{"id":99523,"date":"2026-04-13T16:34:38","date_gmt":"2026-04-13T16:34:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mozambique\/all-news\/maputo-mayor-rasaque-manhique-leads-uccla-assembly-in-macau"},"modified":"2026-04-13T16:34:38","modified_gmt":"2026-04-13T16:34:38","slug":"maputo-mayor-rasaque-manhique-leads-uccla-assembly-in-macau","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.africa-press.net\/mozambique\/all-news\/maputo-mayor-rasaque-manhique-leads-uccla-assembly-in-macau","title":{"rendered":"Maputo Mayor Rasaque Manhique Leads UCCLA Assembly in Macau"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"ap-summary\" lang=\"en\" dir=\"ltr\">\n<h4>What You Need to Know<\/h4>\n<p>Rasaque Manhique, the Mayor of Maputo, is currently in Macau leading the 43rd General Assembly of the Union of Portuguese-Speaking Capital Cities (UCCLA). The assembly will address strategic priorities and include a visit to an exhibition promoting cooperation between China and Portuguese-speaking nations, highlighting Macau&#x27;s role as a commercial bridge.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<p><span class=\"ap-article-header-tag\">           <strong>Africa-Press &#8211; Mozambique. <\/strong>         <\/span>The President of the Maputo Municipal Council, Rasaque Manhique, is from today until Wednesday in Macau, where he is leading the 43rd General Assembly of the Union of Portuguese-Speaking Capital Cities (UCCLA).<\/p>\n<p>The official agenda begins with a meeting of the UCCLA Executive Committee, where management instruments and the organisation\u2019s strategic priorities for the next cycle will be approved.<\/p>\n<p>According to a statement from the Maputo Municipality, the programme will include a visit to the exhibition of the Platform for Commercial Services for Cooperation between China and Portuguese-Speaking Countries.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cThis space highlights the strategic role of Macau as a logistical and commercial bridge, promoting exchange between the Chinese market and the Lusophone world. In addition, the Business Forum will provide a networking environment focused on investment opportunities and public\u2013private partnerships aimed at innovative urban management,\u201d the statement reads.<\/p>\n<p>The 43rd UCCLA General Assembly will be marked by the handover of leadership from Rasaque Manhique to the Chairman of the Administration Committee on Municipal Affairs:, Chao Wai Leng.<b> <\/b><\/p>\n<p>The Union of Portuguese-Speaking Capital Cities (UCCLA) was established to foster cooperation among cities in Portuguese-speaking countries. It aims to promote sustainable urban development and enhance cultural and economic ties. The assembly in Macau serves as a platform for discussing strategic priorities and investment opportunities, reflecting the growing importance of collaboration among Lusophone cities in a globalized economy. Macau&#8217;s unique position as a logistical hub further emphasizes its role in facilitating connections between China and Portuguese-speaking nations.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ap-article-footer-note\">           Find more news and analyses on           <span class=\"ap-highlight-country\">Mozambique<\/span>           on the           <span class=\"ap-highlight-brand\">Africa Press<\/span>           website         <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>What You Need to Know Rasaque Manhique, the Mayor of Maputo, is currently in Macau leading the 43rd General Assembly of the Union of Portuguese-Speaking Capital Cities (UCCLA). The assembly will address strategic priorities and include a visit to an exhibition promoting cooperation between China and Portuguese-speaking nations, highlighting Macau&#x27;s role as a commercial bridge. 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