Surge in cross-border traffic and commercial flights

Cross-border vehicular traffic surged 19.1% year-on-year to 872,900 trips by January 2025, while commercial flights increased 10.4% to 4,961. Passenger ferry trips also rose 9.5% to 6,997. Meanwhile,

AI chatbot services expand for tourists

CTM has announced plans to enhance its intelligent customer service chatbot, initially launched in partnership with the Macao Government Tourism Office last year. The chatbot, designed to assist

New legal deposit requirements established for local publications

Publishers in Macau must submit two copies of all published works to the Department of Public Library Management within five days of publication, as per revised Decree-law No.

Injured toddler returns home after Taichung gas explosion

The two-year-old girl who suffered severe head injuries in the Taichung gas explosion has returned to Macau on a medical plane yesterday, according to Taiwanese media reports. The

External trade drops 11% in January

Macau’s external merchandise trade fell by 11.2% year-over-year to MOP11.90 billion in January 2025, according to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC). While exports edged up by 0.3%

Airport to improve traffic processing system

The Civil Aviation Authority (AACM) has announced that Macau International Airport is replacing its Air Traffic Services Information Processing System. The upgrade, aimed at improving connectivity between the

Public hospital to host health education lectures

The Conde de S. Januário Hospital (CHCJS) will offer a series of thematic health education lectures throughout March, focusing on various medical topics. Expert nurses will guide discussions

Authorities warn of new phishing SMS circulating under FSS name

The Social Security Fund (FSS) has clarified that it has not sent any text messages regarding the electronic review of social security accounts. A phishing SMS has recently

Over 430,000 undeclared cigarettes seized at HZMB

Customs officials at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB) seized 2,177 cartons of undeclared cigarettes, totaling more than 430,000 sticks, from a cross-border truck last night. Authorities said

33-year-old man arrested for drug use in Cotai hotel

A 33-year-old mainland man was arrested for suspected drug use in a hotel in Cotai, the Judiciary Police (PJ) said. Housekeeping staff discovered drug-related items in the guest

‘China Travel with Chinese Films’ to boost tourism

The ‘China Travel with Chinese Films’ campaign, which aims to boost tourism in China by leveraging the popularity of Chinese films, was launched in Macau and Hong Kong

Construction of new station entrances on East Rail Line to begin soon

Construction of entrances and exits for the ES1 and ES2 stations on the northern section of the East Rail Line will begin in phases shortly. Authorities announced that

Mainland Branches of Macau, HK banks to offer cards

Starting March 1, mainland branches of banks from Macau and Hong Kong can offer bank card services, according to a National Financial Regulatory Administration (NFRA) notice. The move

Song Pek Kei: Seniors’ condition

The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, has announced an extensive survey to assess the condition of local senior citizens. In response to an inquiry from

José Pereira Coutinho and Ron Lam: Outdated regulation of public spaces

The Secretary for Administration and Justice, André Cheong, has announced that the Municipal Affairs Bureau and the Legal Affairs Bureau are collaborating to review the General Regulations Governing

Wong Kit Cheng: Medical students’ internships

The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, stated at the Legislative Assembly that between 2025 and 2027, more than 600 health graduates are expected annually. O Lam

Vaccination services extended

The Health Bureau (SSM) has announced the continuation of influenza vaccination services at multiple health centers last weekend, from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. As the influenza virus

DSSCU halts illegal construction at Kam Hoi San building

The Land and Urban Construction Bureau (DSSCU) suspended illegal construction activities today at a store in the Kam Hoi San building, Block 4. During an inspection, officials found

Dolphin carcass found in Hac Sa

The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) received a report on Feb. 22 about a dolphin carcass found at Hac Sa Beach, later identified as a sub-adult male porpoise measuring

MGTO subsidizes tours to explore Macau’s historic center

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) continues to enhance local tourism with subsidized activities in February, including the “Through the Ages: Theaters & Cinemas in Macao” guided tour.

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