Author: Renato Marques, MDT
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Unemployment sees nearly 10% increase over three-month period
Official statistics from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) show that the number of unemployed people in Macau has significantly grown over the last three months. ... -
Gov’t to leverage ‘Peking Union’ brand to boost medical tourism
The government will use the “Peking Union” brand to boost the Macao Medical Center of the Peking Union Medical College Hospital, also called Macao Union Hospital, ... -
‘Debut@Macao’ facilitates 65 business matches
The Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition’s (MIECF) matching sessions on the opening day attracted several enterprises and organizations, with 65 business discussions arranged. The ... -
Gov’t claims works coordination is improving to avoid repeated excavation
The government has said that the coordination among different entities related to roadworks has been improving to avoid repeated excavation on public roads and streets. Such ... -
Ron Lam urges gov’t to assess impact of satellite casino closures
In a written inquiry to the government, submitted via the Legislative Assembly, the lawmaker Ron Lam has urged the government to take action regarding the announced ... -
MGTO organizes promotion campaigns in Shenzhen and Zhongshan to expand visitor sources
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) organized a promotional campaign, the “Feel Macau” series, in the neighboring cities of Shenzhen and Zhongshan over the weekend. In ... -
Vice Minister for Ecology and Environment calls for a greener Macau
The 2025 Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum and Exhibition (MIECF) was officially inaugurated yesterday morning in a ceremony at the Sicily room of the Venetian Macao. ... -
Macau’s international Image: A catalyst for sustainable development in the Greater Bay Area, says ICLEI
Macau, in its roles as an internationalization platform and one of the leading cities of the Greater Bay Area (GBA), has much to gain from assuming ... -
TUI reverses middle court’s decision on residency application for highly qualified personnel
The Court of Final Appeal (TUI) has ruled rejecting an application for residency under the former qualified personnel scheme run by the Macao Trade and Investment ... -
Gov’t to provide professional help for SMEs to learn how to run their businesses
The Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) has announced the launch of a new program that aims to provide professional support to local small and medium ... -
DSAT requests bus operators to increase number of drivers and clean-energy buses
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) has called on the two public bus operator companies to gradually increase the number of buses and drivers to cope with the ... -
MIECF starts with a 17% increase in international participants
The 2025 Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum and Exhibition (MIECF) will begin today and run for three consecutive days until March 29 at the Cotai Expo, ... -
Lawmaker wants to optimize existing mechanism to address high-risk cases swiftly
Lawmaker Lam Lon Wai has once again inquired about community mental health. In a written inquiry submitted through the Legislative Assembly, Lam emphasized the need to ... -
Cooperation Zone’s Administrative Committee reviews 2024, puts 2025 plan forth
The Administrative Committee of the Guangdong-Macau Intensive Cooperation Zone in Hengqin held its ninth meeting over the weekend. The meeting reviewed the 2025 work report of ... -
Inflation drops slightly in February, influenced by CNY prices
Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that the Composite Consumer Price Index (CPI) for February 2025 decreased by 0.16% year-over-year. Like other statistical ... -
SSM and Customs investigate case of illegal import of cigarettes and e-cigars
The Health Bureau (SSM) has reported that the Office for the Prevention and Control of Tobacco and Alcoholism of the SSM was notified by the Customs ... -
DSAL launches plan to hire 30 tour guides for activities with SJM
The Labor Affairs Bureau (DSAL) has announced a new plan with SJM Resorts, S.A. (SJM) to employ 30 people as tour guides for the cultural and ... -
IAM to revitalize Taipa Market with new food and creative stalls by year-end
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has unveiled a plan to revitalize the Taipa Market by adding “gastronomy + culture and creativity” elements to the traditional market. ... -
France tops international suppliers to Macau with exports of over MOP2 billion in 2024
France is Macau’s second-largest supplier of food products and beverages after mainland China, with exports valued at over MOP2 billion in 2024, Christile Drulhe, the Consul ... -
CE meets Guangdong Governor to strengthen cooperation
The Chief Executive (CE) of Macau, Sam Hou Fai, held a meeting with Guangdong Province Governor Wang Weizhong last Friday to discuss enhancing cooperation between the ... -
Tai Kin Ip leads delegation to Europe seeking ties and cooperation opportunities
Secretary for Economy and Finance, Tai Kin Ip, has led a delegation to Spain, Portugal, Belgium, and Monaco to expand international connections and explore cooperation opportunities. ... -
Visitors in free fall, especially from the mainland
Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that visitors to Macau dropped 4.4% year-on-year in February. According to DSEC, the drop is mainly due ... -
The number of passengers transported by the LRT continued to grow in February
The Light Rapid Transit (LRT) system transported an average of 27,100 passengers daily in February. The figure represents the continuing increase in passenger numbers since the ... -
Advocates for change in parking are pleased with the conversion of motorcycle parks
Considering DSAT’s recent decision to proceed with the parking conversions after a discussion and calls from several sectors of society for almost a decade, the Times ... -
DSEDJ to introduce new guidelines on mobile phone use in schools next year
The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) is preparing new guidelines on students’ use of mobile phones on school campuses, Leong I On, chief of the ... -
Authorities report a Level 0 incident at Ling Ao Nuclear Power Plant
The Unitary Police Service (SPU) reported that the Guangdong Province Nuclear Emergency Management Commission has issued a notice regarding an incident at the Ling Ao Nuclear ... -
DSAT plans to revamp parking meter system in upcoming concession tender
The Transport Bureau (DSAT) is reportedly considering public feedback and plans to improve the parking meter system by incorporating several smart payment methods. According to DSAT ... -
DSEDJ strengthening ‘tolerance’ and ‘open-mindedness’ across various subjects
The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) is focused on the moral education of local students and has been working to strengthen tolerance, open-mindedness, and respect ... -
Macao International Parade to feature expanded elements under ‘Culture City of East Asia’ initiative
The president of the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC), Deland Leong, announced yesterday that the Macao International Parade will incorporate additional elements this year, aligning with Macau’s ... -
11 local establishments recognized by Michelin, one new entrant
The Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau has unveiled the 77 food and beverage establishments awarded the “Bib Gourmand” recognition this year. Macau accounts for 11 ... -
Xia Baolong believes Sam’s gov’t is able to unite all sectors of society
The Director of the Hong Kong and Macao Work Office of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and Director of the State Council’s Hong Kong ... -
Candidacy lists applications open today, running for three months
From today until June 6, the Legislative Assembly Electoral Affairs Commission (CAEAL) will be accepting applications for recognition of eligibility to establish a candidacy list for ... -
DSEDT sets up 60 card replacement points for seniors ahead of spending rewards campaign
The Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) has partnered with the Macao Chamber of Commerce to set up 60 card replacement points for senior citizens. The ... -
IPIM and MGTO lead delegation to promote Macau in Dubai and Saudi Arabia
For the first time, representatives of the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) and the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) conducted investment and Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, ... -
Continuing Education scheme reaches only 21.6% of targeted population
Data supplied by the Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) and analyzed by the Times revealed that the Continuing Education and Development Scheme (Continuing Education) has ...
