Author: Anthony Lam, MDT
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MIF, MFE to return with inaugural China-Lusophone expo
Next week will see the return of two local business expos, in addition to the debut of another celebrating Chinese and Lusophone businesses, the local investment ... -
Local manufacturers have growing confidence in future
A government survey has discovered that with an increasing number of orders, local manufacturers reported greater confidence on future prospects. Referred to as the Survey on ... -
Urban planner: Way of decorations hanging on ‘Happiness Street ‘not ideal’
An urban planner has described the way decorations were hung on Rua da Felicidade during the pedestrianization campaign as “not ideal”. Although he did not see ... -
Gov’t wants interdisciplinary talent in culture
The government is keen for people with interdisciplinary talent in the cultural sector to extend the industry beyond Macau, director of Culture Leong Wai Man has ... -
2.8-fold increase in telecom frauds logged
There have been 436 investigations initiated this year against telecom and cyber fraud, a 2.8-fold increase year-over-year, a communal advisor has cited the police as saying. ... -
Public hospital’s A&E demand easing, 30% are flu cases
Demand for accident and emergency services at the government hospital declined last week, with approximately 30% of cases related to the flu, local media has reported. ... -
Sports Bureau yet to disclose plans for Macao Dome use
The director of Sports was unable to provide a clear roadmap to encourage utilization of the Macao East Asian Games Dome for major sporting events in ... -
Transport director, lawmaker unaligned on ‘online vehicle hailing’
The interpretation of the concept of “online vehicle hailing” appears to differ between the director of transport and lawmaker Ron Lam, with the latter following the ... -
Survey reveals weak promotion of New Neighbourhood
Weak intention to buy Macau New Neighbourhood (MNN) units was due to inadequate promotion and advertising on the project, a survey run by the Macau Association ... -
Team Macau with six medals in Asian Games
Team Macau has pulled off an historical best Asian Games this year with a gold medal, three silver and two bronze. On the last match day, ... -
Consumers regaining confidence as reflected by latest research
The Consumer Confidence Index for the third quarter crossed a threshold rate, signaling a regain in confidence, Macau University of Science and Technology (MUST) has announced. ... -
Oldest harbor-crossing bridge sidewalks closed for six months
The sidewalks on the Nobre de Carvalho will be closed to pedestrians from today for approximately six months to facilitate major maintenance works, the Public Works ... -
Macau to raise T8 as Koinu alters track
As Typhoon Koinu adjusted its trajectory, Typhoon Signal No. 8 will be hoisted at 4:30 p.m. today, the weather bureau has announced. Hong Kong Observatory, meanwhile, ... -
Ron Lam unhappy with brief replies from gov’t
Lawmaker Ron Lam expressed his dissatisfaction with the government’s often “brief replies” to his written inquiries during his review on the past legislative term yesterday. In ... -
‘The Barber of Seville’ comedy will captivate local audiences
Both opera and “The Barber of Seville” are not as inaccessible as commonly believed, representatives of the opera’s local shows said yesterday. Members of the cast ... -
Ho Iat Seng finds seeing revitalization as jeopardization ‘radical’
In response to opinions fearing revitalization plans will destroy old districts, Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng finds these comments “radical,” local media has reported. On the ... -
Industry starts petition amid gov’t reminder on appropriate contents in artworks
The local cultural industry has started a petition calling for a meeting with the government to clarify grant guidelines. Last week, certain industry practitioners claimed via ... -
Financial disadvantages to still impact property market
High business operational costs and interest expenditure, among other factors, will likely hinder the recovery of the real property market in Macau, a regional realtor told ... -
Health Bureau warns about dengue fever amid regional intensity
Members of the public are reminded of the risks of dengue fever as conditions across the region gradually intensify, Health Bureau (SSM) noted in a statement ... -
SJM to revamp Ponte 16, pledges to keep clock tower
Piers 14 and 16 at Inner Harbour, as well as San Ma Lo, will be revamped as SJM Resorts, S.A.’s participation in the traditional district rejuvenation ... -
Public leisure facilities only open with proven safety
Besides certifications, third-party quality inspections are also conducted before the opening of public leisure facilities, the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has said in response to lawmaker ... -
Woman arrested for allegedly keeping lost property
A woman arrested for allegedly retaining lost property has denied the accusation, the Public Security Police Force (PSP) has announced. The woman, 57, is from mainland ... -
Martial arts athlete Li Yi secures gold medal at Asian Games
Local martial arts athlete Li Yi yesterday secured a gold medal in the Changquan event at the Asian Games in Hangzhou, China. The medal is the ... -
Alan Chan: Eastern elements will shine further in design
Eastern elements will further gain significance in the design world because there is so much “to be inspired [by],” Hong Kong famed designer Alan Chan has ... -
Economy chief pinpoints sustainability at GTEF closing address
Sustainable development to revive the tourism industry should be promoted, Secretary for Economy and Finance Lei Wai Nong said as part of his closing address of ... -
Another lawmaker calls for resolution to Lin Fong Swimming Pool constraints
Lawmaker Che Sai Wang has called for more swimming pools for teaching classes to cope with the recent Lin Fong Swimming Pool constraints. A week or ... -
Pansy Ho hopes forum will attract foreign investments amid global tourism boost
A mid the return of the Global Tourism Economy Forum (GTEF), it is hoped that consensus will be sought, GTEF vice chairman and secretary-general Pansy Ho ... -
Stand-by tickets for Joe Hisaishi shows to go on sale
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) has announced that stand-by tickets for Joe Hisaishi’s local concerts will go on sale from Sept. 23. In an attempt to combat ... -
Transport bureau won’t explain ‘constraints’ on online taxi hailing
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) has declined to elaborate on the “geographical constraints” that its director cited as the reason that Macau cannot replicate the mainland’s mode ... -
UNWTO rep. suggests investments in people, planet, prosperity
A mid the gradual resumption of tourism activities, investments should be prioritized according to people, planet and prosperity, Natalia Bayona, executive director of the World Tourism ... -
Gov’t assures no personal data transfer on One Account Hengqin service booking
Although booking for some public services on Hengqin is now possible through the government One Account app, no personal data is transferred across the border, the ... -
Housing Bureau deems future subsidized housing purchases rule by new income cap
Future purchases of economic housing units should comply with the newly released rules on income and assets, the Housing Bureau (IH) announced yesterday. The government announced ... -
Covid-19 Centre discontinued after over three years
The Novel Coronavirus Response and Coordination Centre was closed yesterday, according to a Chief Executive Dispatch published on the same day. Pursuant to dispatch 156/2023, the ... -
Lawmaker Ron Lam blames ID for lack of communication on Lin Fong
Lawmaker Ron Lam has criticized the decision to discontinue public swimming lessons at Lin Fong Swimming Pool without prior consultation or communication with the public. A ... -
HKD Easy Transfer to launch Sept. 25
The Local Fast Payment System (FPS) Easy Transfer will be upgraded on Sep. 25, with instant HKD transfers between banks in Macau being a key addition, ...
