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EDITOR-IN-CHIEF Paulo Coutinho
Macau, Sunday, March 30, 2025
— TurboJet further reduces sailings between Macau and HK, the Times has learned * Gaming | Market share of the Big Six expected to shift * Zheng Xiaojun | Painter showcases beauty
— Joe Biden’s withdrawal from the US presidential election injects uncertainty into wars, trade disputes, and other foreign policy challenges – while Harris fights for endorsement * MDT Exclusive | Lao
— The gov’t debunks rumors over the condition of the Chief Executive, clarifies Ho Iat Seng is in ‘good health’ amid extended leave * Celebrating Creativity | International Children’s Arts Festival
— From today, QR code technology will streamline entry process for over 300,000 Macau residents when entering Hong Kong through electronic channels * Retail | Sands China Shopping Carnival returns with
— Fire bureau report highlights high percentage of ambulance calls for minor issues, urges the public to avoid unnecessary use * Gaming | CLSA: 2024 GGR projections down amid regulatory headwinds *
— Gov’t announces plans aimed at enhancing community health, setting ambitious targets to be met by 2030 * Tourism | Visitor numbers reach 16 million in H1 * Gaming | Casinos embrace
— Fresh report suggests the tourism market is further poised for a swift rebound, thanks to various factors such as backing from mainland authorities * Economy | Thinktank forecasts 17.5% GDP
— Lawmaker Wong Kit Cheng has renewed her appeal to the government to criminalize prostitution * Social Media Post Suncity reflects on contributions in light of legal hurdles * Labor | Fatal
— A local couple is accused of unlawfully confining and manipulating their domestic helper, which tragically resulted in her suicide: PJ * Finance | Top banks honored for innovation and excellence *
— The extensive road construction scheduled during the summer vacation period is anticipated to significantly impact commuters, DSAT warns * China Travel permit | Online booking requests surpass 400 * Restaurants demand
— Community wants Macau to emulate Hong Kong’s example by regulating online ride-hailing platforms through licensing – a move that has long been called for * Time capsule | Macau’s 25-year transformation
— Increase in passengers projected with the opening of Seac Pai Van and Hengqin Lines, LRT told the Times; yet concerns arise as new stations will only benefit limited number
— Beijing tightens grip on illicit money exchange groups, as authorities seize RMB9.23 million in fraudulent funds amidst rising gaming-related crimes * 1955 footage of 2nd GP | Life in Macau
— Bamboo scaffolding group says survival of workers and the historic profession are at risk as they claim DSSCU ordered them to vacate land * Cotai | Residents slam gov’t over
— Gov’t commits to allocate idle land for public facilities and green spaces in bid to enhance quality of life, while committee warns vacant plots pose growing dengue fever * Urban
— The property market has started to bounce back after a prolonged period of decline * Crime | Husband assaults victim in brutal domestic violence episode * Gaming | Casino faces headwinds
— Non-Chinese residents can now apply for a multiple-entry visa valid for five years * Gaming | June revenues hit lowest this year * Cross-border crime — Illegal gambling syndicate that facilitated over
— Attracting European tourists to Macau remains a challenge amid gov’t roadshows as connectivity and costs continue to be obstacles, the Times learned * Duty-free limit raised for Macau and Hong
— Group launches online outreach program to identify suspected drug abuse cases as city records rise in related crimes * Employment | Unpaid leave at duty-free retailer sparks debate on labor
— Amid IVS expansions, demand for package tours has skyrocketed by 187% y-o-y, while the hotel industry is exhibiting favorable trends * Integrated resorts | Non-gaming revenue projected to be 15%
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