Experts call for preservation of Kwong Hing Tai Pier as gov’t moves to reclaim site

The government is reportedly reclaiming the long-vacant Inner Harbour Pier 11, also known as “Kwong Hing Tai Pier,” prompting a local cultural entrepreneur to call

Public advocates for ongoing cash handouts in next year’s Policy Address

The Government Information Bureau (GCS) announced that the government concluded its collection of public feedback on the 2026 Policy Address late last month, receiving 3,548

Economy posts 8% growth in Q3 on tourism surge

The local economy continued its steady recovery in the third quarter, buoyed by robust growth in the services sector and sustained tourist inflows during the

LRT passengers reach a new high in October

The Light Rapid Transit (LRT) reached a new high in October, recording a daily average of 30,800 passengers. The record slightly surpasses the one set in September

Hengqin Port implements ‘smart immigration clearance’ with facial recognition

Authorities will enforce a new “smart immigration clearance” procedure at Hengqin Port starting tomorrow, November 5. The new measure, in line with the central

Senior officials take oath of allegiance to SAR

A total of 264 senior officials from the public departments and entities took their oaths of office yesterday at the China–Portuguese-speaking Countries Commercial and Trade Service Platform Complex.

MGTO hosts Japanese travel agents to boost tourism ties

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) hosted nearly 30 travel agents from Tokyo and Osaka from October 29 to November 1 to strengthen tourism cooperation and showcase Macao’s

Wholesale and retail trade sees downturn in 2024

The Wholesale & Retail Trade sector recorded receipts of MOP126.18 billion and expenditure of MOP115.39 billion in 2024, down 8.4% and 6.7% from 2023, with a gross surplus

Transport and communications sector posts growth in 2024

The Transport, Storage & Communications Sector recorded receipts of MOP28.65 billion and expenditure of MOP23.59 billion in 2024, up 7.5% and 8.3% year-on-year, with a gross surplus of

Beijing broadens cross-border travel measures covering Macau

China’s National Immigration Administration (NIA) has unveiled a new set of measures to further streamline cross-border travel, a move expected to strengthen Macau’s integration within the

SSM: Flu cases still on the rise

The Health Bureau (SSM) has reported that around 25% of respiratory samples collected over the past two weeks tested positive for influenza, indicating active transmission. Clusters of cases

Second phase of Ruins of St. Paul’s bronze statue restoration pushed to 2026

The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) announced that the second phase of the bronze statue restoration at the Ruins of St. Paul’s will now begin in early 2026, including

Qingmao checkpoint surpasses last year’s border crossing record

The Public Security Police Force (PSP) reported that, as of the end of last month, the Qingmao checkpoint had recorded a cumulative total of 30 million border crossers

Casinos surpass expectations in October as high-end gaming leads recovery

The casino industry defied expectations in October, posting its strongest gains since mid-summer as casinos recorded gross gaming revenue (GGR) of nearly MOP24.09 billion, representing

Wynn’s path to sustainable workforce development

The “5th Wynn Culinary Apprentice Program” Commencement Ceremony As the Macau SAR continues to expand its tourism, hospitality, and service sectors, the importance of nurturing local

Run of Hope Macau draws over 400 participants for cancer research

The annual Run of Hope Macau saw record participation this year, with over 400 runners taking part in the community-focused event. Organized by Four Seasons Hotel

Sands China donates MOP300,000 to support Caritas Macau charity events

Sands China has contributed MOP300,000 to support Caritas Macau’s 56th Charity Bazaar and the 2025 Charity Run, marking the 22nd consecutive year of donations to the organization.

Smart grids can drive ASEAN’s industry boom

Representatives from China and ASEAN companies sign an agreement for an AI innovation cooperation project in Nanning, the Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region ASEAN’s next growth phase

Tariffs are Trump’s foreign policy tool, but court could change how he uses them

President Donald Trump speaks during an event to announce new tariffs in the Rose Garden at the White House, on April 2, in Washington President Donald

1995 Israeli PM shot dead

Israeli Prime Minister Yitzhak Rabin has been assassinated. Mr Rabin was shot three times at close range in the stomach and chest by an assailant as

2025 GEG Lusofonia Festival showcases diverse cultural vibrancy

The “2025 GEG Lusofonia Festival” wrapped up with a vibrant two-weekend showcase of the rich artistic traditions and culture of China and Portuguese-speaking countries. This year marked the

Table shows rich elite on top ahead of PSG-Bayern and Liverpool-Madrid clashes

Real Madrid’s Kylian Mbappe Europe’s top teams appear to have finally come to grips with the new-look Champions League. The standings look very different heading

50 torchbearers carry flame through Macau to open National Games events

Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai noted the city’s efforts to ensure the successful running of all events in the Macau Competition Zone of the 15th National

Hong Kong court rejects Tiananmen vigil organizer’s bid to quash indictment

A Hong Kong court yesterday rejected a former Tiananmen vigil organizer’s attempt to quash her indictment, pressing ahead with a landmark case widely seen as part of a

A great wealth transfer is happening in China

Shuli Ren, Bloomberg Have you and your relatives fought over ancestral homes and inheritance? I am raising an uncomfortable question, I know. China’s billionaire families have

Tuesday, November 4, 2025 – edition no. 4830

* Pier pressure — Cultural experts urge the preservation of Kwong Hing Tai Pier as gov’t moves to reclaim the site * Society Public calls for ongoing cash

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