Gov’t collected MOP6.65b from gaming taxes in October

The government reported a fiscal revenue of nearly MOP6.65 billion from gaming taxes in October, as disclosed by the Financial Services Bureau. This latest monthly figure brings the

Committee seeks justification for growth in gov’t employees

Chairman of the Legislative Assembly’s Second Standing Committee, Chan Chak Mo, said yesterday that lawmakers are concerned about the significant increase in the number of workers in government

Ecological zones open to public

The Environmental Protection Bureau (DSPA) will be accepting applications for December activities in the Cotai Ecological Zones starting today. The “Open Day to the Public” activity on Dec.

Zodiac banknote exchange period ending

The exchange period for four previously issued Zodiac Banknotes will conclude Dec. 6, the Monetary Authority of Macao said in a statement yesterday. Holders of the Rat, Ox,

Guangzhou and Macau deepen pharmaceutical cooperation

A Guangzhou delegation visited Macau’s pharmaceutical regulator last week. The parties exchanged perspectives on drug and device inspection, reaching a consensus on deepening cooperation in personnel training. Their

60% of 2023 economic output from non-gaming industries

In 2023, non-gaming industries in Macau accounted for 61.7% of the total Gross Value Added (GVA). According to the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC), the GVA of non-gaming

79 suspected illegal workers in October

The Public Security Police Force and the Labour Affairs Bureau conducted operations against illegal workers in October, inspecting 177 locations. The inspections included construction sites, private buildings and

Funding costs fall in Q3

Funding costs in the banking sector decreased during the third quarter, according to statistics from the Monetary Authority of Macao. At the end of September, the composite interest

Woman arrested for drug trafficking in Macau

Macau authorities have arrested a 37-year-old Hong Kong woman on suspicion of drug trafficking, seizing cocaine and methamphetamine worth over MOP91,000. The arrest followed intelligence about someone smuggling

Cycling race wraps up, customs delays clear at Macau port

The 2024 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Road Cycling Race concluded successfully yesterday, with customs clearance at the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge resuming around 12:30 p.m. after a six-hour suspension. Over

Temperatures to drop to 13 degrees next week

The Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) forecasts that a strong northeasterly monsoon will reach the southern coast of China next Tuesday (Nov. 26), leading to a gradual drop

Committee proposes MOP900 fine for mobile use while driving 

The First Standing Committee is reviewing a road traffic bill that proposes increased penalties for various violations. Committee chairwoman Ella Lei highlighted concerns over stricter fines, including a

Hengqin rolls out new residential purchase criteria

The criteria for purchasing residential units at the Macau New Neighbourhood  in Hengqin have been adjusted significantly, effective immediately. These changes include the removal of the age limit for

Five injured in drunk driving car rampage

A car accident occurred early yesterday morning on Avenida da Amizade, injuring five people. According to the Public Security Police, a female driver in her 30s is suspected

Woman arrested for using fake ID to gamble

Authorities have arrested a 46-year-old Hong Kong woman suspected of illegally using a mainland friend’s ID card to enter a casino for gambling. The Public Security Police yesterday

Hong Kong: Top in Finance, Trade, and Tourism

Hong Kong leads the Greater Bay Area in financial services, trade, logistics, and tourism, according to the 2024 Greater Bay Area Industry Development Index. The city scored highly

Guangzhou: $31M Investment at Conference

The 2024 Global Investment Promotion Conference in Guangzhou saw 1,933 projects signed, totaling 2.26 trillion yuan ($313.5 billion). A list of the top 100 foreign-invested enterprises in Guangdong

Shenzhen: Forum Strengthens GBA-ASEAN Ties

The 2024 ASEAN-China GBA Economic Cooperation Forum in Qianhai focused on “Technological Leadership, Industrial Synergy.” The event featured discussions, networking, and cultural exchanges, culminating in 15 agreements worth

Zhuhai: Airshow Sees Gun Sale, Security Breach

The 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition, held in Zhuhai, concluded on November 17. A limited-edition semi-automatic firearm sold out in three days, reflecting demand for military

Foshan: Global Wing Chun Competition

The 2024 International Wing Chun Competition will take place in Foshan starting Dec 12. This year’s event introduces standardized rules, with five categories including routines, Chi Sao, power

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