Macau government confirms Tai Kin Ip’s departure as finance secretary
Macau’s government said Tai Kin Ip resigned as Secretary for Economy and Finance on 16 April 2026, citing personal reasons, and the State Council agreed to remove him following the Chief Executive’s recommendation. Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai will exercise the office’s powers until a successor is appointed; the government is following up on the nomination process.
The office coordinates gaming-related matters, and the Chief Executive will cover its functions pending a successor’s appointment.