Inter-group conflict and disintegration: the Portuguese immigrant community in Macao after the COVID-19 pandemic

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https://doi.org/10.14195/0870-4112_3-9_22

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Macao, COVID-19 pandemic, Umbrella Movement, conflict, disintegration

Abstract

This study aims to investigate the impact of recent events on the Portuguese immigrant community residing in Macao, focusing on inter-group conflict, integration, and disintegration concepts. The research methodology employed includes a thorough literature review, statistical data analysis, in-depth interviews, and subsequent content analysis.

Findings reveal that the strict measures implemented by the local government to achieve zero COVID-19 cases, along with the repercussions of the Hong Kong Umbrella Movement, have given rise to an inter-group conflict and to the departure of Portuguese immigrants. However, there is no evidence to indicate a decline or disintegration of this community.

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2023-12-20

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No. 9 (2023): Conflict and Conflictualities

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