Core Viewpoint - Think tanks are essential strategic assets for long-term societal development, playing a crucial role in enhancing government decision-making and promoting economic and social prosperity in Macau [1][2]. Group 1: Think Tank Development - The Macau SAR government and society place high importance on the development of think tanks, which exhibit characteristics of diversification, specialization, and internationalization [1]. - Think tanks in Macau have positively contributed to the practice of "One Country, Two Systems," governance capacity enhancement, and deepening regional cooperation [1]. Group 2: Core Missions of Think Tanks - The first core mission is to act as "storytellers" for Macau, strengthening the public service platform of the social sciences, promoting social science knowledge, and enhancing the social impact of Macau's theoretical achievements [1]. - The second mission is to be "pragmatic innovators," focusing on research and providing solutions for key issues such as economic diversification and social welfare optimization, thereby aiding the government in modernizing governance capabilities [2]. - The third mission is to serve as "bridge builders," fostering collaboration among local think tanks and enhancing academic exchanges with the Greater Bay Area, while also establishing a governance database for Portuguese-speaking countries [2]. - The fourth mission is to be "educators," leveraging Macau's global connectivity to build an international talent pool in social sciences and facilitating talent mobility between think tanks and government [3].