Author: Yuki Lei, MDT
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Road Traffic bill scrapped due to unclear legislative logic, Ron Lam says
After over 16 years, Macau’s Road Traffic Law was finally proposed to be revised after a public consultation held in 2019 and the introduction of a ... -
Gov’t considers consumption campaign to stimulate ZAPE economy
The Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) has announced plans to introduce a consumption grand prize campaign for visitors to ZAPE, which it aims to launch ... -
Anton Tai urges appropriate economic diversification for long-term stability
Secretary for Economy and Finance Anton Tai has called for appropriate economic diversification to tackle socio-economic challenges and secure the city’s long-term stability, as the city’s ... -
Gov’t: Voter interest in Legislative Assembly election on the rise
With just a month remaining until the eighth Legislative Assembly direct and indirect elections on September 14, the Electoral Affairs Commission for the Legislative Assembly Election ... -
Accessibility challenges persist for persons with disabilities despite gov’t efforts
In Macau, the promotion of accessible facilities remains crucial, yet many elderly individuals and persons with disabilities continue to encounter significant challenges in older neighborhoods, where ... -
Doctors report 10% of patients at risk for chronic diseases
The rising trend of chronic diseases among younger individuals has become a significant source of social pressure, with doctors in Macau reporting that around 10% of ... -
Direct Macau-Nanchang flights launching in September
The Macau International Airport Company Limited (CAM) announced yesterday the launch of direct flights between Nanchang, the capital of Jiangxi, and Macau starting September 10, offering ... -
Gov’t considers mandating local resident employment in subcontractors
While committing to safeguarding local employment opportunities, the government has stated that it will study and consider incorporating subcontracting requirements into the tendering process. In response ... -
Gov’t launches second-phase survey on public housing replacement system
The Housing Bureau (IH) has announced the second phase of a random telephone survey, running from today until September 30, to gather opinions and suggestions from ... -
Police link victims of Av. da Amizade fatal crash to bar visit
Police reported that the seven people involved in a five-seat car crash on Avenida da Amizade on Monday had visited a bar in the ZAPE area ... -
Macau begins critical stages of chikungunya fever control
Macau is currently in the early and critical stages of controlling the Chikungunya fever outbreak, despite the absence of community transmission in the region, according to ... -
Tourist area consumption shows signs of weakness despite rising visitor numbers
Despite tourism authorities’ optimism about a strong summer rebound, with one economist projecting visitor arrivals could exceed the 2019 total of 39.4 million by year-end, the ... -
IAM refutes netizens’ claims, says it is providing an ideal environment for pandas
Concerns have been raised recently about the living conditions of the giant pandas in Macau, but the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) assures that the enclosure replicates ... -
Survey: nearly 80% of service sector employees see the need for vocational training
A recent survey by the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) revealed that 79.3% of respondents deemed vocational training either “very necessary” or “necessary.” Still, 62% ... -
CAEAL to exhibit sample polling stations to enhance education
The Electoral Affairs Commission for the Legislative Assembly Election (CAEAL) yesterday announced that it will display two mock-up polling stations for this year’s direct and indirect ... -
4 local youngsters killed in a car crash; 3 others in emergency treatment
A sedan vehicle crashed yesterday morning into multiple iron railings, traffic signs, and a curb on Avenida da Amizade, the Public Security Police Force (PSP) reported. ... -
ZAPE to transform into a night market for 10 days starting Friday
The Macao Tourism Government Office (MGTO) announced yesterday that it will partner with the Association of Returned Overseas Chinese Macau to host a 10-day night market ... -
FSS investments achieved a 6.8% return rate last year
The 2024 Social Security Fund Annual Report revealed that by the end of 2024, the fund’s total assets reached MOP 99.5 billion, with an average investment ... -
EU condemns arrest of Au Kam San; local and central governments refute accusations
The European Union (EU) has condemned the arrest of former legislator Au Kam San, who was detained for allegedly violating the National Security Law. The EU ... -
Two local cases confirmed; Zone A declared infectious
The Health Bureau (SSM) reported on Friday and Saturday two local cases of Chikungunya fever among Macau residents, both worksite personnel in Zone A of the ... -
Macau enterprise stays confident in Hengqin’s future despite challenges in health sector
INTERVIEW The Guangdong–Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin – established four years ago with a focus on the big health industry – features Serensia Woods as ... -
New phase of talent recruitment system launching this year
The government announced yesterday plans to launch the third phase of its talent recruitment system this year, which has already seen over 750 individuals recommended in ... -
Scholar stresses adaptability, innovation in startup success
The Youth Entrepreneurship Aid Scheme, launched by the Economic and Technological Development Bureau (DSEDT) in 2013, has received 2,956 applications as of June. This reflects a ... -
Former lawmaker Au Kam San arrested in first national security law case
The Judiciary Police (PJ) confirmed the arrest of former legislator Au Kam San, 68, on suspicion of violating the national security law. He was scheduled for ... -
Former lawmaker Au Kam San arrested in first suspected violation of national security law
The Judiciary Police (PJ) confirmed the arrest of former legislator Au Kam San, 68, on suspicion of violating the national security law. He was scheduled for ... -
DSPA unveils five-year air quality improvement plan
The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) has unveiled a five-year plan aimed at enhancing environmental protection, with a focus on improving air quality. In response to lawmaker ... -
CAEAL sees no signs of low voter turnout for Sept. 14 election
The upcoming September 14 Legislative Assembly direct and indirect elections will go ahead as planned, with the Electoral Affairs Commission for the Legislative Assembly Election (CAEAL) ... -
Over 80% of local residents satisfied with life and work in Hengqin
The findings of a recent survey indicate that more than 80% of Macau residents in the Guangdong-Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin are pleased with the ... -
SJM buys Hengqin office for RMB724 million, eyes hotel conversion
SJM Holdings Limited announced yesterday its plan to acquire a 12-story office building in the Hengqin area from Shun Tak Property Development Company Limited for over ... -
Survey: Students unlikely to seek help when experiencing stress
Over 70% of students report feeling stressed due to their studies and related issues, with some expressing thoughts of self-harm, yet only a small fraction actively ... -
Boy suffers intracranial bleeding after falling from window while left home alone
A four- to five-year-old boy fell from a kitchen window and suffered intracranial bleeding after feeling scared while left alone at home. The incident led to ... -
DSAL: Non-local workers to address local labor shortages only
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) has once again stated that importing non-local workers is a temporary measure to address local labor shortages, assuring that this approach ... -
Ron lam seeks clarity on Macau Bridge inspections amid Signal No. 8 closure
During the first Typhoon Signal No. 8 this year, Typhoon Wipha escalated to Signal No. 10, resulting in the controversial closure of the Macau Bridge, which ... -
Minimum-pay jobs on the rise for residents outside gaming industry
The emergence of “locals becoming supplementary non-local workers” has sparked discussion in the city, as the worsening job market is reflected in advertisements offering local workers ... -
CAEAL backs National Security Committee’s review opinion
The Electoral Affairs Commission for the Legislative Assembly Election (CAEAL) reaffirmed its support for the Committee for Safeguarding National Security’s qualification review opinion during yesterday’s press ...
