Macau climbs to 32nd spot in latest Henley Passport Index

Macau has seen steady gains in global passport power according to the latest Henley Passport Index. The special administrative region jumped to 32nd place with a visa-free access

US and China air global differences as their top diplomats meet for sixth time since last year

The United States and China on Saturday renewed their mutual grievances as U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken and his Chinese counterpart held their sixth meeting

India and China agree to work urgently to achieve the withdrawal of troops

India and China have agreed to work urgently to achieve the withdrawal of tens of thousands of troops stationed along their disputed border in a long-running

Philippine forces sail to hotly disputed shoal without incident for first time since deal with China

Philippine government personnel transported food and other supplies Saturday to a fiercely disputed shoal occupied by a Filipino navy contingent but closely guarded by Beijing’s forces

Gov’t will hold presidential election on Sept. 21, its first since declaring bankruptcy in 2022

Sri Lanka will hold a presidential election on Sept. 21 that will likely be a test of confidence in President Ranil Wickremesinghe’s efforts to resolve the

Finance ministers agree to work toward effectively taxing the super-rich

Finance ministers from leading rich and developing nations agreed Friday to strive toward effectively taxing the super-rich, a joint ministerial declaration said. “With full respect to

Italy and China sign a three-year action plan as Italian leader Meloni tries to reset relations

Italy and China signed a three-year action plan yesterday to implement past agreements and experiment with new forms of cooperation, Italy’s Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni said

Harris raised $200M in first week of White House campaign and signed up 170,000 volunteers

Vice President Kamala Harris’ campaign has raised $200 million since she emerged as the likely Democratic presidential nominee last week, an eyepopping haul in her

China’s appeal belies business exodus

Given the rising geopolitical tensions between China and the United States, and the “de-risking” strategy being pushed ahead by some Western countries to reduce dependence on China in

Monday, July 29, 2024 – edition no. 4533

— Macau-Hengqin ride-hailing app on the horizon * Macau and Hong Kong police bust loan shark organization * Paris’ Olympics opening was wacky and wonderful — and upset bishops * The TSI reduced

Taobao unveils free shipping to Macau

Taobao, the main retail platform of Alibaba Group, will provide free shipping for clothing purchases and will also offer free returns to specific regions, including Macau.

X EFFORTS FALLING SHORT OF PLAN GOALS

The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) has initiated several efforts with local schools to educate students on healthy lifestyles and physical fitness, the bureau

DSAL reports five safety violations in 1,610 inspections

In the first half of 2024, the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) conducted 1,610 inspections across various workplaces, uncovering five occupational safety and health violations. These

DICJ cracks down on unlicensed junket activities

The Gaming Inspection and Coordination Bureau (DICJ) has intensified its crackdown on unlicensed junket activities following recent casino inspections. Under Macau’s revised junket laws,

China issues rare praise to Philippine president for his ban on online gambling

China issued a rare compliment to the administration of Philippine President Ferdinand Marcos Jr. yesterday for his order banning widespread and Chinese-run online gaming operations.

Hengqin checkpoint remodel to enhance efficiency by November

The completion of a significant renovation project at the Central Transport Platform on the second floor of the Hengqin checkpoint has been announced by the Public Works Bureau.

600 elderly to be affected by allowance review

The Social Welfare Bureau has started sending out letters to approximately 600 recipients of the elderly allowance as part of a regular eligibility review. Beneficiaries must confirm identification

Fashion pop-up shop to promote local designs in Guangzhou

Local fashion brands will have an opportunity to expand their presence in the Greater Bay Area market next month. The Cultural Affairs Bureau is organizing a pop-up shop

Scorching weather conditions hit as city records 36.3 degrees

Temperatures in Macau are continuing to rise, leading the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) to maintain the present orange high-temperature warning. Yesterday, SMG recorded temperatures above

The Londoner’s overhaul shutters casino, 1,500 rooms; affects earnings

Phase 2 of The Londoner’s refurbishment involves the total closure of the Pacifica Casino and a reduction of around 52% in the quantity of room keys

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