Author: Yuki Lei, MDT
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Gov’t says import of mainland Chinese F&B brands essential for Macau’s economy
Recognizing the growing presence of mainland Chinese F&B brands in Macau, Vincent U, president of the Macau Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM), has emphasized that ... -
IAS plans to install CCTV cameras in nurseries next quarter
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) announced yesterday that it has drafted a video surveillance plan for local nurseries, which is expected to be implemented in the ... -
Francis Lui warns hotel shortage threatens Macau’s global tourism edge
The Galaxy Entertainment Group (GEG) chairman, Francis Lui, has highlighted that addressing accommodation supply issues is vital for enhancing Macau’s competitiveness as a non-gaming destination, impacting ... -
AL expresses ‘regret and condemnation’ over All About Macau incident
After more than half a month, the Legislative Assembly (AL) has expressed “regret and condemnation” regarding the actions of two All About Macau (AAM) reporters accused ... -
Gov’t affirms MICE industry’s evolution toward internationalized approach
Macau’s economy is diversifying, with the MICE industry evolving toward a market-oriented and internationalized approach, said Macau Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) president Vincent U ... -
Anton Tai leads delegation to visit European countries
Led by Secretary for Economy and Finance Anton Tai Kin Ip, the Macau government delegation recently embarked on an official visit to France, Monaco, and Luxembourg. ... -
GDP declines 1.3% in Q1 despite increase in visitor arrivals
The Macau Statistics and Census Bureau (DSEC) has reported a 1.3% year-on-year decrease in gross domestic product (GDP) attributed to changes in tourist consumption patterns, with ... -
Lawyer criticizes authorities for detaining protester, calls legal system ‘predictable and unreliable’
May 1, Labor Day, saw the Macau police arrest a man for allegedly violating the city’s Assembly and Demonstration Law by displaying and shouting slogans outside ... -
Worker injured in partial collapse of A3 Bridge platform after falling into sea
A partial collapse of a temporary construction platform at the A3 Bridge site, linking Zone A of Macau’s new landfills to the peninsula, has resulted in ... -
Gov’t seeks pilot sites for expanded no-smoking areas in public spaces
The Health Bureau (SSM) is seeking pilot sites for designated smoking areas as part of its efforts to expand outdoor smoking restrictions to include school and ... -
Gov’t considers increasing taxi supply this year
Lawmaker Leong Sun Iok yesterday highlighted the challenges of hailing taxis or catching buses in Macau, to which the Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raymond ... -
Three plots of land to be released for sports grounds
Three plots of land in Zone A, Nam Van Lake, and Taipa – currently undeveloped – will be temporarily designated as free sports grounds available to ... -
Underground pipe galleries to be installed to reduce road work disruption
The Secretary for Transport and Public Works, Raymond Tam, yesterday reaffirmed the government’s commitment to pre-installing underground pipe galleries in future road projects, starting with a ... -
Exhibition showcases sculptural installations promoting local landmarks
One Central Macau is currently hosting an exhibition titled “One Central Loves Macao,” featuring seven sculptural art installations that celebrate the spirit of Macau – where ... -
Space ‘Macau Science 2’ set for launch in 2027
The “Macau Science 2” satellite project is set to be completed and launched by the end of 2027. The plan was revealed yesterday by Zhang Keke, ... -
Hotel rep expects surge in mainland Chinese visitor arrivals this weekend
The Macau Hotel Association anticipates a surge in mainland Chinese visitors arriving in Macau for the May Day holiday on Friday and Saturday. The five-day May ... -
Macau reports five ‘space oil’ cases to date
The Judiciary Police (PJ) reported that as of yesterday, five cases of “space oil” have been identified in Macau, with two of these cases containing the ... -
Gov’t says monthly childcare allowance of MOP1,500 may begin this summer
The government has announced an upcoming monthly childcare allowance of MOP1,500 for children under the age of three who hold a Macau permanent resident ID card, ... -
Gov’t mulls legislation on accessible environment
The government will embark on preliminary research for legislation aimed at creating an accessible environment. In remarks made during the Legislative Assembly (AL) yesterday, Secretary for ... -
Gov’t to build ‘15- to 20-minute community circle’ for elderly
The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, yesterday revealed that research has begun on creating a “15- to 20-minute community service circle for the ... -
Four key projects in Policy Address set to launch in ‘eight to 10 years’, says CE
The government has articulated its ambition to achieve the objectives set forth in the 2025 Policy Address within the next “eight to 10” years. This plan ... -
Macau detects its first deepfake scam case
Macau has seen its first case of fraud involving AI deepfake technology, where a local elderly man’s image was manipulated to create a video promoting a ... -
Facial recognition technology to be introduced at Hengqin in October
The Secretary for Security, Wong Sio Chak, has announced that the Hengqin border checkpoint will start using facial recognition technology, enabling document-free clearance, beginning in October ... -
PJ aims to promote awareness of national security among young learners
The Secretary for Security, Wong Sio Chak, earlier revealed that the Judiciary Police (PJ) are publishing picture books focused on national security for primary school students. ... -
Gov’t approach to local job market ‘is fundamentally flawed’: Ron Lam
Employment remains one of the most significant challenges facing society today, and prioritizing local job opportunities is essential. However, lawmaker Ron Lam argues that the current ... -
80% extend stay in northern district for Sanrio characters campaign, survey finds
A survey revealed that 82% of respondents reported spending more time in the northern district thanks to the ongoing “Flora Fête with Sanrio Characters” campaign, while ... -
Smart Nursery continues operations despite IAS decision
The government-subsidized Smart Nursery can continue operations under court-approved procedures while the Social Welfare Bureau’s (IAS) decision remains on hold. Last month, the bureau announced plans ... -
Increasing maternity and annual leave is on agenda, gov’t pledges
The government has announced plans to increase maternity leave and annual holidays, with these changes expected to be implemented this year. Secretary for Economy and Finance ... -
Secretary for Economy and Finance takes charge of revitalization projects of gaming ops
The portfolio of the Secretary for Economy and Finance has taken over leadership of the government’s revitalization projects for six community areas, building on the foundation ... -
Gov’t set to launch ‘comprehensive’ vocational training platform this year
The government plans to launch a comprehensive vocational training platform later this year, allowing job seekers to access all necessary resources in one convenient location. In ... -
SMEs now eligible to apply for loan up to MOP5 million
Local small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) in Macau can now apply for loans of up to MOP5 million from licensed banks, according to the Economic and ... -
Old Taipa set to be pedestrianized again for Labor Day holiday
The government has officially announced the creation of a temporary pedestrian zone in Taipa Old Village during mainland China’s five-day Labor Day holiday, from May 1 ... -
Police confirm two journalists detained for allegedly disrupting AL
Two journalists were detained after allegedly disrupting operations at the Legislative Assembly (AL), the Public Security Police Force (PSP) confirmed in a statement last night. According ... -
André Cheong vows to tackle bureaucratic inefficiencies, vows reform for SAFP and IAM
Secretary for Administration and Justice André Cheong is committed to promoting public administration reform by reorganizing the Public Administration and Civil Service Bureau (SAFP) and streamlining ... -
Hac Sa Youth Activity Experience Camp set to be fully completed by 2027
Secretary for Administration and Justice André Cheong announced yesterday his commitment to ensuring that the 10-hectare Hac Sa Youth Activity Experience Camp will be fully completed ...
