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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paulo Coutinho
Macau, Wednesday, April 16, 2025
* Gaming | Casino projections revised amid economic uncertainty * HKMAO | Xia slams US tariffs, accuses Washington of threatening China’s survival * Gov’t plans to review annual and maternity leave policies
— Sam Hou Fai’s first Policy Address puts ‘reform’ in the spotlight, boldly supporting fertility and childcare, with Beijing’s blessing * Gaming | Analysts warn US-China tensions could affect SAR’s gaming
— Health, social issues, and business priorities steer focus ahead of Sam Hou Fai’s first Policy Address * Environment | Air quality drops as dust storm sweeps through region * Macau vows
— Tourism bureau to place greater focus on the Islamic countries’ market * Policy Address 2025 | Public confidence, jobs, and social spending in the spotlight * Taste of Edesia * In an
— The travel industry predicts an increase in visitor arrivals during the Easter holiday, with May Day expected to break records * Weather | SMG prepares for typhoon season, reaffirms signals
— China says it will ‘fight to the end’ after Trump administration threatens even more tariffs * Black Monday | Asian markets, casino chips rebound modestly after sharp tumble * Gaming |
— Businesses outside the tourism routes struggle despite an increase in holiday visitors during the Ching Ming holiday * Governance | Lam criticizes gov’t for lack of public consultations on major
— Outdoor Performance Venue in Cotai has been idled for over three months after inaugural event * Trade | Local business leaders assess limited impact of US tariffs * Taste of Edesia *
— SSM concerned over rising obesity rates among residents with one in four experiencing chronic diseases * Survey links increased internet use to weaker self-management in minors * Associations call on gov’t
— Secretary Tai Kin Ip warned that fiscal revenue may fall short of expectations, as gaming revenues are still below MOP20b in March * Illegal lodgings | Residents raising concerns on
— Unemployment sees nearly a 10% increase over a three-month period, according to official stats * Gaming | Gov’t ensures rigorous oversight of casinos’ non-gaming investments * Courts | Man sentenced to
—Gov’t extends aid to Myanmar as cities reek of death after quake claims over 1,600 lives; while 7.1 magnitude earthquake strikes near Tonga * Public works | Gov’t: Coordination improving to
— Vice Minister for Ecology and Environment calls for a greener Macau at MIECF, as China emerges as the major contributor to global alternative energy * Gaming | Casinos to undergo
Gov’t to provide professional help for SMEs learning how to run their businesses * Visit | Portuguese community urges Rangel to address residency restrictions * Crime | Suspect in knife attack sent
— Health Bureau’s new data shows Macau is seeing a growing challenge in youth mental health * Gaming | Citigroup analysts claim March GGR is recovering slightly * Gaming | Macau Legend
— Friendship Bridge, or the ‘Ferry Bridge’ as it is commonly known, leads traffic accident stats for 2024 * Cooperation Zone | Administrative Committee reviews 2024, presents 2025 plan * Script Road
— The International Parade drew bigger crowds and showcased global cultures, boosting hopes for local business gains: IC * Taipa Market to be revitalized with new food and creative stalls * Traffic
— Visitors fell by 4.4% in February compared to the same period last year, especially from the mainland * MJC stray cats | 100% success rate in cat adoption, but vets
— Bus services under review as contracts near expiry amid rising passenger demand * Poly MGM Museum wins four international awards * Gaming | Casinos see a slight increase in registered junkets *
— ‘Mystery candidates’ for legislative elections allegedly coerced people into signing nomination endorsements, CAEL says* Gaming | Casino revenues in March show seasonal decline: HSBC * Property | Sector faces continued struggles
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