Second phase of Ruins of St. Paul’s bronze statue restoration pushed to 2026

The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) announced that the second phase of the bronze statue restoration at the Ruins of St. Paul’s will now begin in early 2026, including repairs to the dove and Jesus statues atop the façade. Director Deland Leong cited detailed inspections by professional teams, noting the extended restoration period and the need to avoid disrupting the year-end tourism peak. The project involves experts from the Palace Museum, University of Macau, and multiple labs.