Tag: Briefs
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SSM reports low flu rates
The Health Bureau reported that as of late November, the infection rates for influenza and COVID-19 in the region are both below 5%, indicating low levels ... -
Woman apprehended over fake employment
Police apprehended a woman in her 40s from mainland China who claimed that she paid MOP18,600 to a shop for assistance in obtaining foreign worker status, ... -
Police probe new investment fraud case with MOP1.84m in losses
The police are investigating a new investment fraud case involving a middle-aged woman who lost MOP1.84 million. The victim met a netizen through a messaging app ... -
Macau celebrates health tourism forum amid GBA development
The “Greater Bay Area Health Tourism, Services, and Integrated Logistics Development Forum” was recently held at the Macao University of Tourism (UTM). Organized by the Chartered ... -
DSAL supporting job seekers 45 and over
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) has prioritized the re-employment of job seekers aged 45 and above by providing personalized employment support and dedicated services. From January ... -
Tourism surge drives job growth and wage rises
Macau is seeing a surge in manpower demand in tourism-related industries, driven by a substantial increase in visitor arrivals. By the end of September, the number ... -
Suspect arrested in sea cucumber fraud
A 28-year-old unemployed local man has been arrested for allegedly defrauding five middle-aged men and elderly women in a scheme involving cheap sea cucumbers sold as ... -
Group pushes for more leisure space in Iao Hon
The “People’s Alliance for the Construction of Macau” (Aliança de Povo de Instituição de Macau) has called for more leisure spaces in Areia Preta, following a visit with ... -
City sees 14% rise in package tour visitors
The city’s tourism sector experienced a significant boost in October, with inbound package tour visitors reaching 194,000, marking a 14.2% increase compared to the previous year. ... -
DSAL recognizes excellence in catering industry safety
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) yesterday held an awards ceremony for the Catering Industry Occupational Safety and Health program, honoring 67 restaurants and 82 catering employees. ... -
Trial concert to feature four F&B stalls
The outdoor performance venue in Cotai will host a trial concert Dec. 28, featuring four catering stalls to provide food services. The Cultural Affairs Bureau is ... -
DSAL hosts December job matchmaking sessions
The Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) is organizing three job matchmaking sessions in early December, offering a total of 480 job vacancies to assist residents seeking employment. ... -
400 seniors’ apartment applications signed ahead of December move-in
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) announced yesterday that 400 applications have been signed for occupancy in over 600 elderly apartments, with all arrangements set to conclude ... -
Visual arts exhibition to kick off Friday
Organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC), the “Annual Exhibition of Macao Visual Arts 2024 – Western Media Category” will be inaugurated on Nov. 29 at ... -
Exports drop by 10%
Total merchandise exports and imports in October decreased by 10% and 3.7%, year-on-year, amounting to MOP1.21 billion and MOP11.26 billion respectively, according to a Statistics and ... -
Galaxy honors Lui Che Woo with memorial area
Galaxy Entertainment Group will establish a memorial area at the Galaxy International Convention Center to honor its late founder, Dr. Lui Che Woo, who passed away ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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. ... -
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 ... -
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, ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ... -
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 ...