Author: Yuki Lei, MDT
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Lawmaker urges rapid revitalization of traditional markets
Citing the renovated Taipa Market’s “Gastronomy + Culture and Creativity Area” as an example, legislator Ella Lei urged authorities to expedite the revitalization of Macau’s traditional ... -
DFS City of Dreams store to close after lease ends in May: reports
China Tourism Group (CTG) Duty Free and DFS have announced an acquisition agreement for DFS’s Greater China retail operations, with DFS noting that the transaction covers ... -
Time spent in Hengqin counts as time in Macau for residents
The local government has proposed amending draft legislation to count the time Macau residents spend in the zone as time spent in Macau, in a bid ... -
Report calls for labor growth to protect local jobs
Macau economists have jointly released a report analyzing economic growth in cities within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area, indicating that Macau should focus on expanding ... -
Gaming growth faces geopolitical, regional risks in 2026, says political analyst
Recent analysis suggests that Macau’s gaming revenue may be poised for recovery, as a report from Morgan Stanley indicates that January data shows signs of improvement. ... -
Group tours no longer preferred by Macau’s visitors, says MGTO
Macau’s tourism chief acknowledged yesterday that visitors’ preferences for exploring the city have significantly changed, with group tours only recovering to approximately 25% of pre-pandemic levels ... -
Iris-recognition e-channel set to expand service for more non-locals
Macau currently provides 152 e-Channel lanes equipped with iris-recognition scans for registered residents of Macau and Hong Kong, with the Public Security Police Force (PSP) planning ... -
Gov’t yet to announce charging criteria ahead of reclaimed water supply starting in March
Reclaimed water will be supplied to residents of the Seac Pai Van public housing estate and the University of Macau beginning March 1, with the Marine ... -
Victims of misleading or defamatory content can seek legal remedies under new bill
The Advertising Law bill under review in the Legislative Assembly (AL) allows victims of misleading or defamatory content to seek legal remedies, though sharing personal experiences ... -
Macau appoints 48 family mediators to oversee mediation sessions
Macau’s Legislative Assembly (AL) passed the “Family Mediation System” on June 11 last year, which took effect on New Year’s Day, and the Social Welfare Bureau ... -
Industry warns of ongoing challenges for EV adoption amid new beneficial measures
The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) announced that starting next month, public charging fees for vehicles will be reduced by approximately 10%, but an industry representative warns ... -
Gov’t explores AI-assisted call handling while monitoring social media
The local government has consistently underscored its commitment to advancing e-government and “paperless” initiatives to enhance efficiency, with the Office of the Secretary for Security revealing ... -
Birth-rate decline sparks concerns over teacher unemployment
The declining birth rate in Macau has raised concerns among Legislative Assembly (AL) members about potential teacher unemployment, with Vong Kuoc Ieng, vice president of the ... -
Accessible taxi shortage leaves wheelchair users and seniors struggling
The difficulty of hailing taxis has long been a contentious issue in Macau, frequently raised in the Legislative Assembly (AL), and lawmaker Wong Kit Cheng emphasized ... -
Local IT firm taps brain-computer interfaces as authorities map AI policy
In formulating its development plans, Macau authorities have proposed research into policy measures for artificial intelligence (AI) development, and while some commentators suggest that AI applications ... -
Survey shows enterprises plan modest salary hikes in 2026
A joint survey conducted by two leading employment agencies in Macau reveals that local enterprises are increasingly reluctant to raise compensation, with even those planning to ... -
DSEDT plans consumer incentive program for ZAPE hotel guests to revitalize the area
The Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) has announced plans to explore a consumer incentive program for hotel guests at ZAPE to assist businesses impacted by ... -
Association calls for restoration of Rua dos Mercadores to boost tourism
Dilapidated and structurally unsound buildings along Rua dos Mercadores and Rua das Estalagens are raising safety concerns and threatening Macau’s image as a tourist city, according ... -
Survey shows youth jobs strong, but salary expectations gap remains
While a legislator noted that overall employment conditions for young people remain favorable, a recent survey revealed a noteworthy gap between wage levels in the Macau ... -
Gov’t plans to recruit more medical specialists from mainland China
Recent government data reveals that Macao Union Hospital currently has about 488 medical staff members and plans to recruit skilled professionals from mainland China to improve ... -
Cotai outdoor venue opens to families and sports during downtime
The Social Affairs and Cultural Secretariat has announced plans to enhance the outdoor performance venue in Cotai by allowing public access during periods when no large-scale ... -
Secretary Wong acknowledges mindset shift from civil servants during departmental reforms
This year’s Policy Address emphasizes public administration reform, with Wong Sio Chak, Secretary for Administration and Justice, acknowledging yesterday that while departmental integration may alter job ... -
Gov’t aims to establish information-sharing platform between industries in anti-fraud efforts
Lawmakers raised concerns over rising fraud targeting residents’ finances, with Secretary for Security Chan Tsz King saying authorities plan to set up a joint information-sharing platform ... -
Realtor flags rise in shops leased for motorbike rental operations
Macau’s visitor numbers and economy are in a recovery phase, with market wealth gradually being unlocked and vacancy rates on prime streets in tourist districts approaching ... -
Civic leaders call for better crowd control after Cotai Strip NYE chaos
Following the New Year’s Eve countdown on the Cotai Strip, traffic chaos ensued, with mainland netizens criticizing Macau’s authorities for their inadequate public transport evacuation plan, ... -
Study backs shift to mandatory provident fund
The Social Security Fund recently released a study on the current status and development of the Non-Mandatory Central Provident Fund, recommending the continuation of non-mandatory participation ... -
Taipa Market draws crowds but model may not suit all districts
Taipa Market’s new “gastronomy + culture and creativity” area has attracted large numbers of visitors since its launch last month, boosting food court and souvenir stall ... -
Mainland travelers remain the driving force in cross-border travel to Macau
Macau welcomed a record-high number of visitors during mainland China’s three-day New Year’s break in 2025, with 2.29 million passengers crossing through checkpoints under the Zhuhai ... -
Newborns reach new low with only 2,871 births logged in 2025
The number of newborns in Macau has reached a new low, with the Health Bureau (SSM) reporting just 2,871 births last year. The number of newborns ... -
Ho Iat Seng receives Grand Lotus Medal of Honour for Covid-19 response efforts
Former Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng was awarded the Grand Lotus Medal of Honour upon leaving office, following in the footsteps of his predecessors Edmund Ho ... -
Businesses report divergent sales performance during holiday season
Macau’s holiday season saw varying business results, as merchants at the 17-day Christmas market in Tap Seac Square reported declines in both foot traffic and sales, ... -
Public consultation needed in gov’t restructuring to boost efficiency, says Coutinho
Next year’s Policy Address proposes restructuring the functional framework of government entities, with legislator José Pereira Coutinho criticizing the public sector for becoming overly expanded, fragmented ... -
Lawmaker proposes making consumer incentive program a long-term mechanism
The recent conclusion of the city-wide consumer incentive program at the end of last month generated approximately four times the consumption multiplier effect for Macau’s retail ... -
Call to allow family transfer of education subsidies rejected by DSEDJ
A legislator has proposed adopting a “health voucher” model for the Continuing Education and Development Program, which would allow account balances to be transferred or shared ... -
Suppliers required to include minimum wage adjustments in cleaning, security service bids
The Secretary for Economy and Finance, Anton Tai, announced yesterday that government departments will now require suppliers bidding for cleaning and security services to factor minimum ...
