Residents face tougher path to business ownership

A recent survey conducted by the Macau Management Association between May and August last year indicates that economic recovery has positively impacted promotion opportunities within enterprises. The

China slaps extra tariffs of up to 15% on imports of major US farm exports

China announced yesterday it will impose additional tariffs of up to 15% on imports of key U.S. farm products, including chicken, pork, soy and beef, and also

Falling prices signal bigger troubles ahead for China’s economy

When he bought an apartment near a good high school in northeast Beijing in 2020, Zhou Fujin expected that renting it out would cover most

Taiwan says boost in defense spending coming amid mainland threats

Taiwan’s defense minister says the island is planning to boost military spending in the face of the “rapidly changing international situation and the escalating threats from

US tariffs on Canada and Mexico take effect, as China takes aim at US farm exports

President Donald Trump’s long-threatened tariffs against Canada and Mexico went into effect yesterday, putting global markets on edge and setting up costly retaliations by the United States’

1953 Soviet leader ‘on brink of death’

Rumours are circulating in Moscow that Joseph Stalin, the long-time leader of the Soviet Union, is near death. The first official news of Mr Stalin’s illness came

Gibbs senses chemistry brewing in Bell and team after second consecutive victory

Joe Gibbs knows quite a lot about what it takes to win a championship. As an NFL coach, he won three Super Bowls. As a NASCAR

Ukrainians wake up to Trump’s pause on all military aid

Ukrainians woke up yesterday to news that the Trump administration has paused military aid for their fight against Russia’s invasion, days after a disastrous Oval Office row

Fire incident in Macau’s Toi San leaves five injured, including young children

The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) said that it is currently assisting families affected by the blaze in the Jardim Cidade building in Toi San on Wednesday. The

The two sessions reflect the strength of whole-process people’s democracy

The two sessions stand as a cornerstone of China’s political calendar. The meetings of the National People’s Congress, China’s highest legislative body, and the National Committee of the

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 – edition no. 4673

— Fitch projects that Macau’s GDP growth will decelerate to 6.9% in 2025 * Continuing Education Scheme reaches only 21% of the targeted population * Gaming | Operator’s ‘unfair dismissals’ prompt calls

Taiwan considers tightening immigration rules for Macau residents

Taiwan's government is considering changes to its immigration laws that would make it more difficult for residents from Macau and Hong Kong to obtain permanent

AL elections set for Sept. 14 with unchanged campaign spending cap

The elections for the eighth term of the local Legislative Assembly (AL) have been set for September 14, 2025. In an executive order published

SMG forecasts high temperatures in spring

The Meteorological and Geophysical Services (SMG) have provided forecasts for the upcoming spring season, indicating that the average air temperature in Macau from March to

Locals seek revival of Taipa market amid changing consumer habits

Community members and development advocates are calling for a transformation of the Taipa Municipal Market to revitalize its appeal and distinguish it from nearby tourist zones, as

Sam Hou Fai delegation heads to Beijing for Two Sessions

Sam Hou Fai, along with a delegation of local representatives, has traveled to Beijing for the annual Two Sessions. The key political event shaping the

China eyeing US farm exports for retaliation, report says, as importers rush to beat tariffs

Chinese manufacturers reported an uptick in orders in February as importers rushed to beat higher U.S. tariffs imposed by President Donald Trump, as a Chinese

Ron Lam calls for unified emission standards amid Coloane sewage plant concerns

Lawmaker Ron Lam has called for unified emission standards for Macau’s sewage treatment plants, citing ongoing environmental concerns at the Coloane Sewage Treatment Plant. Residents have reported persistent

Eligible households start selecting units from 2019 competition

The Housing Bureau (IH) is notifying eligible households from the 2019 affordable housing competition to select their units starting today. This final competition under the previous affordable housing

Green Week aims to inspire environmental stewardship

Macau’s 44th Green Week, organized by the Municipal Affairs Bureau, will take place from March 15 to 23, with the theme “Passing on the love of nature to

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