Xi Jinping says patriotism key to Macau’s success

China’s president Xi Jinping has described Macau’s patriotism as the most important reason for the success of its one country, two systems formula of governance.

Xi spoke at the celebrations to mark 20 years of Chinese rule.

He called for strict adherence to one country, two systems, which has come under sharp criticism in Hong Kong.

The president warned that Macau and Hong Kong were china’s internal affairs and Beijing would absolutely not allow foreign interference.

Macau and Hong Kong are the only two territories in china that are governed under the framework.