China's President Xi Jinping uses the swearing-in of a new pro-Beijing government for Macau to declare that China will not allow foreign forces to interfere with special regions like Hong Kong.
Mr Xi said Macau's patriotism was"the most important reason" for its success and said China would be unwavering in the defence of its sovereignty.
"The will of the Chinese government and the Chinese people to safeguard national sovereignty, security and interest in development is rock solid," Mr Xi said.Macau, with a population of 620,000, has been decked out for the anniversary with national flags and red banners hanging over schools and office towers, and draped along roads.
Security and border controls were tight for his three-day visit, which ends on Friday, to prevent any spill-over of dissent from Hong Kong. Journalists, activists and even the heads of the American Chamber of Commerce in Hong Kong were barred from entering the city in the run-up the visit. Macau authorities have not commented on the issue.
Ferry and light rail services have been restricted for the visit with operators citing security concerns.
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