Social organization endorses IR operators for proactive maternity leave initiatives

The Women’s General Association of Macau submitted its written recommendations to the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) yesterday, urging more small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to

Property chairman urges less gov’t intervention in housing market

The chairman of the Macau General Association of Real Estate, Ip Kin Wa, has called on the government to hold back from intervening in the current

Unauthorized currency conversion can result in fines of up to MOP10 million

The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) has announced that it recently conducted investigations, in collaboration with the Judiciary Police (PJ), at six shops primarily serving foreign workers in

Phase 2 of South Coast Promenades set to open soon

The Municipal Affairs Bureau announced yesterday that Phase 2, Section 2 of the promenades along the South Coast of Macau Peninsula, extending between Governor Nobre de Carvalho Bridge

DSEDJ increases support for student counseling teams

The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) announced it is boosting resources for student counseling teams in the 2025/2026 school year, raising personnel service costs by around 3%

IC invests MOP3.8 million into Macao International Parade this year

The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) announced yesterday that it is investing MOP3.8 million in the 2026 Macao International Parade, which will feature 1,600 participants – 200

Two new local entrants on the Michelin Bib Gourmand this year

A Lorcha The Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau has, as usual, unveiled the Bib Gourmand awardees ahead of the year’s bigger awards that will take place

MGTO’s food carnival sees 14% budget boost and ZAPE zones

The “2026 International Cities of Gastronomy Fest, Macao” opens March 20 with a 14% budget increase and expanded highlights, MGTO director Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes

Impact on international arrivals expected to be minimal amid fluctuations in oil prices

While the local airport operator in Macau has reported that no airlines have announced plans to increase surcharges amid ongoing instability in the Middle East

Association calls for quieter community spaces

Residents have raised concerns about noise issues in older districts on the Macau peninsula during a monthly community reception organized by the Women’s General Association

Middle East tensions disrupt GBA airlines, spike fuel costs

Cathay Pacific has extended cancellations of daily passenger and cargo flights to Dubai and Riyadh through March 31 amid escalating Middle East tensions, while Hong Kong

Home accidents on the rise, with 10 documented fatalities reported

While no home accident-related deaths were recorded over the past three years, the Health Bureau (SSM) says home accidents have been on the rise, signaling

Forum Macau aims to strengthen role as China-PLP trade hub

Ji Xianzheng The Permanent Secretariat of the Forum for Economic and Trade Co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries (PLPs) – Macau (Forum Macau) aims to

Watchdog uncovers alleged bribery, abuse of power involving prison guards

The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) has uncovered suspected corruption involving two prison guards linked to the smuggling of contraband into a local correctional facility.

2025 on track to nearly break five-year traffic accident record

The latest data from the Public Security Police Force (PSP) indicates that Macau recorded a total of 14,638 traffic accidents last year, marking the second-highest

Municipal task force advances urban beautification

Municipal authorities are stepping up efforts to improve city cleanliness and urban aesthetics, with a dedicated task force coordinating across 16 departments to tackle key problem

DSF sees gaming revenue and public finances rise

The Financial Services Bureau (DSF) reported that 2025 gaming tax revenue reached MOP94.85 billion, up 7.6% from 2024, with a public finance surplus of MOP19.88 billion, a 26%

Man arrested for suspected arson in residential building

A 35-year-old local man was arrested by police for allegedly setting fire to the stairwell of his residential building. Authorities believe the suspect had been drinking at the

Macau sees increased live pig supply from Zhanjiang

Zhanjiang Customs reported that more than 13,000 live pigs were supplied to Macau and Hong Kong from January to February this year, marking a 50.9% year-on-year increase. According

Police arrest four in fake employment scheme

The Judiciary Police (PJ)have arrested four people in connection with a suspected fake employment scheme used to fraudulently obtain a non-resident worker permit, commonly known as

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