Author: Lynzy Valles, MDT
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Macau life expectancy rises to 83.5 years, among world’s highest, gov’t data shows
Macau residents’ life expectancy has risen sharply, reaching 83.5 years in 2025, according to a report shared by the WeChat public account of the Government Information ... -
New law allows shared rooms and ‘sleeping spaces’ as hotel supply nears 45,000 rooms
The hotel sector is expected to see further diversification in accommodation types following the introduction of a new legal framework that permits shared rooms and “sleeping ... -
MGM Resorts buyout bid raises questions over Macau unit and Japan project
A proposed takeover of MGM Resorts International by its largest shareholder, U.S. conglomerate People Inc, could reshape the casino operator’s global portfolio, with analysts focusing on ... -
Non-gaming spending growth likely driven by visitor numbers, report says
The non-gaming sector is expected to rely more on rising visitor arrivals than higher per-capita spending for future growth, according to CreditSights Inc. The credit and ... -
Gov’t delays elderly meal pilot scheme, reviews pricing and model
The government has decided to temporarily suspend the planned “Pilot Scheme for Elderly Cafeteria Service for Seniors” in Seac Pai Van, with the Social Welfare Bureau ... -
April home transactions rise to 338, average price hits 13-year low
Macau recorded 338 residential property transactions in April, up by 10 from March, but average prices continued to soften to a 13-year low, according to data ... -
Is healthcare the modern-day Goliath for migrant workers?
Healthcare is often described as a basic right, but in practice, it is frequently experienced as a calculation, especially for migrant workers in Macau. Recent experiences, ... -
SMEs qualify for storm compensation under new subsidy rules, even without direct damage
Macau has opened applications for its 2026 Small and Medium Enterprise (SME) Catastrophe Property Insurance and Subsidy Scheme, running from May 5 to December 31, with ... -
Premium mass gaming steady at start of Labor Day holiday, Citi says
Citigroup reported that Macau’s premium mass gaming segment showed “solid” wagering activity at the start of the Labor Day holiday, with performance levels ranking second only ... -
MGTO projects 800,000 visitors during May Day holiday
Macau’s tourism sector is preparing for a surge in arrivals as mainland China’s May Day Golden Week begins today (May 1), with authorities estimating an average ... -
Indian consulate plans to expand services in Macau, says consul general
The Consulate General of India in Hong Kong and Macau plans to expand its range of services in Macau as part of efforts to strengthen engagement ... -
Is Macau’s non-gaming push realistic, or just ambitious branding?
Macau has long been under pressure to diversify its economy beyond gaming. Integrated resort operators have pledged billions in non-gaming investment, and the government has consistently ... -
ZAPE retail rents halve as satellite casino exit weakens demand
The retail property market in the ZAPE district has fallen further into strain following the full withdrawal of satellite casinos at the end of last year, ... -
Beijing removes economy chief Tai Kin Ip after resignation
China’s State Council has removed Secretary for Economy and Finance, Tai Kin Ip, following his resignation for personal reasons, according to an official announcement issued today. ... -
Counseling center data shows rising gambling risks among young adults
Data from a 24-hour gambling counseling hotline and online support services show that 2,567 help requests were recorded in 2025, with the majority coming from individuals ... -
Failure in LRT system causes delays on Taipa Line
A failure in the Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system this morning caused delays on the Taipa Line, the LRT Company informed on its website. According to ... -
Macau Legend maintains Cape Verde project stance amid mounting losses
Macau Legend Development said it has not abandoned its long-delayed hotel-casino project in Cape Verde’s capital, Praia, despite the government reclaiming the site earlier this year, ... -
Home sales surge in Q1 as rents rise: Centaline
The city’s residential property market rebounded sharply in the first quarter of the year, with transactions nearly doubling year-on-year and rental prices continuing to climb, as ... -
Melco parent posts strong 2025 rebound, eyes luxury expansion in 2026
Hong Kong-listed parent company of Melco Resorts, Melco International Development Limited, announced robust annual results for the year ended December 31, 2025, marking a turnaround from ... -
Easter and Ching Ming holidays lift short-haul travel from mainland
The city’s travel sector is seeing a marked increase in short-haul tours from mainland China during the combined Easter and Ching Ming holidays, while long-haul demand ... -
Big dreams, yet lost in translation
In Macau, language barriers in the medical sector are impossible to ignore. Cantonese, Portuguese, Mandarin, and English coexist, but fluency is uneven. Even with five-star hotels ... -
Guangdong’s talent drive: Shaping the workforce for the future
ANALYSIS Guangdong province is expanding its efforts to attract top graduates and skilled professionals from across China and abroad, embodying a strategy to maintain its edge ... -
Four injured in three-vehicle collision on Avenida da Amizade
Four people were injured in a serious traffic accident involving two private seven-seater vehicles and a bus on Avenida da Amizade near the racing paddock last ... -
Water use expected to rise 3% this year
Overall water consumption is expected to increase around 3% this year, driven by residents gradually moving into public housing units in Zone A and buildings in ... -
Watchdog uncovers alleged bribery, abuse of power involving prison guards
The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has uncovered suspected corruption involving two prison guards linked to the smuggling of contraband into a local correctional facility. The case ... -
Air quality fluctuations attributed to weather, not long-term decline: SMG
Macau has recently experienced isolated instances of poor air quality, which authorities say were largely influenced by local weather conditions and regional pollution transport, rather than ... -
Hutchison completes HKD110 million sale of Macau operations
Hutchison Telecommunications Hong Kong announced its 2025 annual results, reporting the completion of the sale of its Macau business for a total consideration of HKD110 million ... -
DSEDJ flags need for careful review on relaxing overseas student admission
The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) said that careful review is needed before relaxing overseas student enrollment rules for non-tertiary school. In a written reply ... -
The nursery race that turns parents into anxious spectators
Nursery school interviews in Macau have quietly become a source of stress for many parents. The nursery admission interviews commenced earlier this month and will last ... -
Homecoming premiere of Tracy Choi’s ‘Girlfriends’ explores identity and belonging
Macau director Tracy Choi premiered her latest film, “Girlfriends,” in the city on Friday, bringing home a film that has already travelled the regional festival circuit. ... -
Lawmakers call for balanced approach to maternity leave expansion
Lawmakers have called on the government to pursue a balanced and sustainable approach to expanding maternity and statutory leave benefits. Speaking to reporters yesterday on the ... -
Lawmaker says property market has bottomed out
Lawmaker Kevin Ho said Macau’s property market appears to have passed its lowest point, expressing cautious optimism about a gradual recovery while urging efforts to strengthen ... -
Telecom sector seeks clarity on infrastructure sharing, cross-border connectivity
MTel Telecom Co. Ltd. has called for a more balanced regulatory approach in the drafting of the new telecommunications law, urging authorities to consider the territory’s ... -
Ella Lei calls for midterm review of smart transport plan
Lawmaker Ella Lei is calling for a comprehensive review of progress under the city’s long-term transport blueprint, urging the government to step up the development and ... -
The gallop begins, but is Macau ready?
Macau’s tourism engine is running at full speed again during Chinese New Year. Visitor numbers have risen, surpassing the government’s cautious projections. Streets are crowded, and ...
