MGM proudly sponsored “The First MGM Cup: Greater Bay Area Secondary School History Knowledge Competition”, which was organized by the Macao Association for Historical Education, with the aim to prominently promote Chinese history and culture. Nearly a hundred finalist students from 32 schools in the Greater Bay Area participated in the event to explore China’s rich cultural legacy.

Held recently at the MGM COTAI Ballroom, the competition featured teams from 32 secondary schools from Macau, Hong Kong, Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, and the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. Divided into junior and senior categories, the competition tested participants on Chinese historical knowledge and traditional culture, especially Lingnan culture. The students showed their enthusiasm and understanding of these subjects.

After a series of intense rounds, Keang Peng School from Macau, Shenzhen Haiyun School, and Hou Kong Middle School from Macau won first, second, and third place respectively in the junior category. In the senior category, Macau Baptist College, Ying Wa College from Hong Kong, and Zhuhai No.1 High School took the top three spots. To recognize the winning teams’ efforts, an award ceremony was held after the competition to present scholarships and certificates to the students.

Kenneth Feng, President and Executive Director of MGM China Holdings Limited, said, “MGM remains committed to the transmission and innovation of culture and education. We hope this event will foster connections between students in the Greater Bay Area, help them build strong bonds with each other, and deepen their appreciation for Lingnan culture. We hope the competition can spark an enduring interest in history among the students, encouraging them to continue exploring their cultural roots and strengthening their sense of national pride.”

Lam Fat Iam, Chairman of the Macao Association for Historical Education, said, “We are delighted to have MGM’s support for this exciting competition, which provides a valuable opportunity for students from the Greater Bay Area to exchange knowledge and ideas. The study of history not only deepens their understanding of traditional Chinese culture, but also enhances their critical thinking and analytical skills. We look forward to organizing more events like this in the future to inspire students to take on challenges and develop into responsible and respectable young citizens.”

In addition to sponsoring the event, MGM organized a historical and cultural tour for the participating students on the day after the competition. The itinerary included visits to several world heritage sites in Macau and the Macao Museum with the aim of deepening the students’ understanding of Macau’s history and culture. The highlight of the tour was the visit to the Poly MGM Museum, where the art docents of MGM guided the students through an exhibition on the historical development of the Maritime Silk Road. The group also explored Barra District, which was once a center of the shipbuilding industry, to learn more about its historical significance.

Distinguished guests at the award ceremony included Li Yongxian, Deputy Director of the Education and Youth Affairs Department of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macao SAR; Wong Ka Ki, Deputy Director of the Education and Youth Development Bureau; Leong Mei Choi, Director of the Training and Quality Management Department of the Macau Government Tourism Office; Wendy Yu, Executive Vice President of Human Resources at MGM; Irene Wong, Senior Vice President of Public & Community Relations at MGM; Lam Fat Iam, Chairman of the Macao Association for Historical Education; Macau lawmakers Chan Hou Seng and Ngan Iek Hang; Sam Io Cheong, Deputy Director and Secretary-General of the Chinese Educators Association of Macau; Ng Teng Chio, Vice President of the Macao Catholic Schools Association; Ao Ieong Heng San, Vice President of the Macau Civil Service Education Association; Ho Ki Ting, President of the Macao Association for Historical Education, and Chan Hou Tong, Vice President of the association.

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About MGM

MGM is an abbreviation for MGM China Holdings Limited (HKEx: 2282) and is a leading developer, owner and operator of gaming and lodging resorts in the Greater China region. We are the holding company of MGM Grand Paradise, SA which holds one of the six gaming concessions to run casino games in Macau. MGM Grand Paradise, SA owns and operates MGM MACAU, the award-winning premium integrated resort located on the Macau Peninsula and MGM COTAI, a contemporary luxury integrated resort in Cotai, which opened in early 2018 and more than doubles our presence in Macau. 

MGM MACAU is a Forbes Five-Star luxury integrated resort inspired by the arts with every element of the resort infused with creativity and style. MGM MACAU has approximately 600 guest rooms and suites and boasts a number of distinguishing features, including the architecturally stunning European-inspired Grande Praça, housed under a soaring glass ceiling. MGM MACAU’s world class facilities include the MGM Art Space, dedicating over 5,000 square feet to display authentic works of art, conference and event facilities, spa, and seven signature restaurants and bars to fulfill any gastronomic craving. Our property is conveniently located on the Macau Peninsula and is directly connected to the luxury retail shopping complex, One Central.

MGM COTAI is the latest integrated resort of MGM in China. Designed as the “jewelry box” of Cotai, it offers approximately 1,400 hotel rooms and suites, Asia’s first dynamic theater, meeting space, high end spa, retail offerings and food and beverage outlets as well as the first international Mansion at MGM for the ultimate luxury experience. The Spectacle at MGM COTAI becomes the record holder of the largest free-span gridshell glazed roof (self-supporting) on January 19, 2019, making it the first architectural and structural GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for Macau, China. MGM COTAI is being developed to drive greater product diversification and bring more advanced and innovative forms of entertainment to Macau as it grows as a global tourist destination. MGM COTAI is the only mega complex and hotel in Macau to gain three-star certification in both Green Building Design and Operation Label, as well as the first hotel in the Greater Bay Area and second in Greater China to receive the certifications.

MGM China is majority owned by MGM Resorts International (NYSE: MGM) one of the world's leading global hospitality companies, operating a portfolio of destination resort brands including Bellagio, ARIA, MGM Grand, Mandalay Bay and Park MGM. For more information about MGM Resorts International, visit the Company's website at www.mgmresorts.com.

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