Daily Archives: March 16, 2021
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Third round of stimulus package set to roll out in phases from April
The details regarding the new round of the much-anticipated stimulus packages were made public yesterday morning, but experts say that the rules for this digital voucher ... -
The well-intended scheme draws criticism due to ill preparation
Though the government has injected a hefty sum of MOP29.2 billion into this round of stimulus to drive domestic spending and stabilize the local economy, it ... -
Migrant groups pleased with inclusion of TNRs in new subsidy
Migrant group associations are delighted over the announcement of the new financial relief measure yesterday, which includes non-resident workers (TNRs). This is the first time that ... -
Gov’t to provide up to MOP20M for company upgrade, rental
Companies will be able to get up to MOP20 million in government subsidies to upgrade their equipment and offset their rental costs, a Chief Executive Dispatch ... -
CE: Patriots governing Macau a social, political foundation
The Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng emphasised yesterday the determination of the SAR government to adhere to the fundamental principle of “patriots governing Macau.” In a ... -
4 returnees test positive for Covid-19
Four local residents who flew from Europe via Taipei tested positive for Covid-19, the Novel Coronavirus Response and Coordination Centre announced in a statement last ... -
Doors to the mainland open for blue card holders
Non-resident workers (TNRs) and other non-Macau residents in the city on legal permits are now allowed to enter mainland China and return to the Special Administrative ... -
Corruption watchdog receives reports on election malpractice
Reports on malpractices during election campaign have been received by the Commission Against Corruption (CCAC), commissioner Chan Tsz King recently told the press. As the Chief ... -
Gov’t think tank to prioritize city’s Five-Year Plan
The new director of the Policy Research and Regional Development Bureau (DSEDPR) Cheong Chok Man was officially sworn in yesterday and has announced that his leadership ... -
Statement | Improving electoral system: a critical step in maintaining Hong Kong’s long-term prosperity and stability
On 11 March, the fourth session of the 13th National People’s Congress (NPC) overwhelmingly approved the ‘Decision of the National People’s Congress On Improving the Electoral System ... -
Hong Kong | Activists say democracy fight to continue abroad
Hong Kong democracy activists have launched a new push to continue their fight among residents living abroad in the wake of a sweeping crackdown by Beijing ... -
On the Road to Alaska | Two key US cabinet members visit Japan for China-focused talks
Shared worry about China’s growing influence in the Indo-Pacific region will take center stage when President Joe Biden’s defense chief and secretary of state visit Japan ... -
This day in history | 1953 Marshal Tito makes historic visit to London
Marshal Josef Tito of Yugoslavia has arrived in Britain, the first Communist head of state to visit the country. The Duke of Edinburgh, Prime Minister Winston ... -
Myanmar | Attacks on Chinese-run factories worry Beijing
Attacks on Chinese-run factories in Myanmar’s biggest city drew demands yesterday from Beijing for protection for their property and employees, while many in Myanmar expressed outrage ... -
Markets | World shares mixed as China reports so-so economic data
Shares rose in Europe after a mixed session in Asia yesterday as China reported a variety of data that painted a complicated picture of its recovery ... -
Corporate bits | The Parisian Macao offers Easter promotions
The Parisian Macao is offering special festive menus at the Brasserie, picnicking at Le Jardin and pampering spa treatments promotions at Le SPA’tique. The French Brasserie restaurant is offering delicious Easter lunch and ... -
Football | Son called up for South Korea hours after injuring hamstring
Just hours after injuring a hamstring in Tottenham’s 2-1 loss to Arsenal in the Premier League, Son Heung-min was selected by South Korea to face Japan ... -
The Buzz | Vatican excludes gay union blessing as God ‘can’t bless sin’
The Vatican decreed that the Catholic Church cannot bless same-sex unions since God “cannot bless sin.” The Vatican’s orthodoxy office, the Congregation for the Doctrine of ... -
Australians rally at Parliament to demand justice for women
Australians rallied in the capital and other cities yesterday demanding justice for women and calling out misogyny and dangerous workplace cultures as the government reels from ... -
World Views | Hong Kong’s latest Covid surge began in a gym, so it’s targeting kids
Hong Kong’s children are at the center of the city’s latest ham-handed and inconsistent response to the latest outbreak of the disease. And it’s not a good look for one of ... -
Tuesday, March 16, 2021 – edition no. 3733
* Shy relief — Government’s new stimulus package draws criticism, falls short to help SMEs * Migrant groups pleased with inclusion of TNRs in new ...
