Macau
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CE: Population decline a development issue
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai said the population issue is fundamentally a development issue, noting that Macau’s declining birth rate has begun to affect ... -
Proposed consumption tax overhaul heads to AL
The Executive Council (ExCo) has approved a draft amendment to the city’s consumption tax regime. The bill is set to be submitted to the ... -
Building maintenance fund expanded as subsidy scope widens, procedures streamlined
The Executive Council (ExCO) has approved revisions to the city’s Building Maintenance Fund and completed discussion of a draft law to overhaul the leasing ... -
Strengthening good governance requires dialogue with the legislative branch: CE
Chief Executive (CE) Sam Hou Fai has stated that strengthening and improving good governance requires closer coordination between the executive and legislative branches. Speaking ... -
Culture-sports synergy drives Dragon Boat Festival
The 2026 SJM Macao International Dragon Boat Races, held on June 13, 14, and scheduled for June 19 at the Nam Van Lake Nautical ... -
Gov’t eyes Northeast Asia office
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai announced yesterday that Macau is conducting a feasibility study on establishing an office in Northeast Asia with the objective ... -
Fans in Cape Verde party into the night after historic debut
Fans in Cape Verde were celebrating late into the night after their historic World Cup debut that saw the country pulling off a stunner against European champion ... -
Ng Wai Han takes oath as economy chief, vows to drive diversification
Former Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) director Ng Wai Han has been sworn in as Secretary for Economy and Finance, pledging that every ... -
Economy expected to slow in June before rebounding in summer
Macau’s economy is set to soften in June before staging a gradual rebound over the summer months, according to the latest forecast by the ... -
Over 150 academics gather to deepen China-Portuguese education links
Macau is stepping up efforts to strengthen China–Portuguese-speaking countries academic cooperation and bilingual talent development, as more than 150 university leaders and representatives gathered ... -
Gov’t to keep ceiling for dismissal compensation unchanged
The government has decided to keep the ceiling for dismissal compensation unchanged. The news was announced in a statement from the Labour Affairs ... -
Golden Jubilee sweeps open and mixed titles at dragon boat races
SJM’s Golden Jubilee secured victories in both the open and mixed categories at the Macau Standard Dragon Boat Race on Sunday, emerging as the ... -
Food safety violations fall as inspections top 4,000 in first five months
Food safety violations in Macau remained low in the first five months of 2026, with 26 cases recorded following more than 4,000 inspections, according ... -
DICJ director Ng Wai Han sworn in as Secretary for Economy and Finance
Ng Wai Han was officially sworn in today as the new Secretary for Economy and Finance, replacing Tai Kin Ip, who resigned in April ... -
Fuel station miscalculated subsidies by MOP30,000, gov’t reveals
Authorities have revealed that a fuel station miscalculated government subsidies, resulting in a discrepancy of about MOP 30,000 after a billing system error affected ... -
Lawmakers concerned over lack of e-cigarette sale penalties for minors in smoking bill
Proposed amendments to the smoking control law would expand outdoor smoking bans, but lawmakers have raised concerns over the lack of specific penalties for ... -
Family mediation cases rise as new system takes effect
Macau’s family mediation framework will officially take effect in 2026, with early data showing a growing demand for related services, according to the Social ... -
Four women arrested in drug trafficking and fraud cases
The Judiciary Police (PJ) arrested four women in two separate cases involving drug trafficking and fraud, authorities said Friday. Speaking at a special press ... -
Gov’t launches first aid and stroke centers to combat 600 annual emergency cases
With around 300 annual cases of out-of-hospital cardiac arrest and 300 stroke patients arriving at public hospitals, Macau’s new “First Aid Training Center” and ... -
TurboJET relocates Macau–Shenzhen Airport ferry service to Taipa terminal
TurboJET said the Macau–Shenzhen Airport ferry service will be relocated from the Outer Harbour Ferry Terminal to the Taipa Ferry Terminal starting today. Following ... -
Smart rehab plan set for rollout
The Social Welfare Bureau said the 2026–2035 Rehabilitation Services Ten-Year Action Plan is largely complete and will be announced after administrative procedures are finalized. ... -
Hengqin crossing traffic tops two million vehicle trips
Gongbei Customs said that as of 6 p.m. yesterday, vehicle trips through the Hengqin Port since the start of 2026 have exceeded 2 million, ... -
Canada’s Consul General calls for stronger national profile in macau
As Canada seeks to diversify its trade relationships and strengthen its global presence, the country’s Consul General in Hong Kong and Macau has urged ... -
Association gathers views on Five-Year Plan
The Macau Economic Association (AECM) held a symposium early last week to gather experts’ and scholars’ views on the direction of the local economy ... -
Infrastructure forum secures USD9.9 billion in deals, strengthens Lusophone and Latin links
Macau reinforced its role as a gateway for China-led infrastructure investment this week, with USD9.9 billion in agreements signed at a major industry forum ... -
Gov’t promotes tourism in Lisbon with dragon and lion dances
The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) has once again traveled to Portugal to participate in the Lisbon Festivities and promote Macau as a tourist ... -
Australia spoils Turkey’s return with a 2-0 victory
Nestory Irankunda and Connor Metcalfe scored and Australia spoiled Turkey’s return to the World Cup for the first time in 24 years with a 2-0 victory ... -
World Cup to affect local GGR up to 10%, analysts says
The FIFA World Cup 2026, taking place in the United States, Canada, and Mexico through July 19, is likely to affect the local gaming ... -
STEM push accelerates as local students take on global robotics stage
Macau is accelerating efforts to strengthen science and technology education as schools, universities and policymakers work to build a pipeline of local talent in ... -
Hotelier optimistic for summer tourism boost despite slow June
Hotel occupancy expectations for the upcoming summer season remain positive despite a sluggish June, according to Rutger Verschuren, vice chairman of the Macau Hotel ... -
Philippine Consulate marks Independence Day with moment of silence for earthquake victims
The Philippine Consulate General in Macau commemorated the 128th anniversary of the Proclamation of Philippine Independence yesterday at a reception held at Artyzen Grand ... -
Economic and career worries drive drop in nursing students’ family plans
The proportion of nursing students planning to marry and have children has dropped sharply, driven by economic pressures, childcare concerns, and career development gaps, ... -
Gambling counseling cases rise, with over 1,250 recorded in first five months
Gambling addiction cases remain high, with 2,567 reported last year and 1,254 recorded from January to May this year, including a 15-year-old among the ... -
Graduation season triggers gov’t jobs pledge
Macau authorities have launched the “Youth Internship Programme” for local residents earlier this month, emphasizing their close attention to local employment conditions and commitment ... -
Raymond Tam highlights green, digital push at infrastructure forum
Secretary for Transport and Public Works Raymond Tam said the International Infrastructure Investment and Construction Forum and Exhibition (IIICF) has grown into one of ...
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