The government of Macau confers honors every year in the form of decorations, medals and honorary titles.
[1] Grand Lotus (大蓮花榮譽勳章; Medalhas de honra de Grande Lótus), the highest award under the MSAR honors and awards system, recognizes lifelong and highly significant contributions to the wellbeing of Macau.
The first two persons given this honor in 2001 were: Golden Lotus (金蓮花榮譽勳章; Medalhas de honra de Lótus de Ouro) is awarded for distinguished services to the community or who have rendered public or voluntary services of high merit.
The first three persons given this honor in 2001 were: Silver Lotus (銀蓮花榮譽勳章; Medalhas de honra de Lótus de Prata) is awarded for leadership in public affairs and/or voluntary work over a long period.
The first three persons given this honor in 2001 were: There are seven types of medal of merit awarded by Macau:[4] Prior to handover of Macau in 1999, the Portuguese honors system was in use.