Committee reviews civil servant complaints system

Secretary for Administration and Justice Wong Sio Chak met with the Civil Servants Complaints Management Committee to review the implementation of the complaints system and receive its annual

Man arrested for secretly filming female colleague in restroom

A local man in his 30s was arrested by the Public Security Police for allegedly filming a female colleague in a company restroom on Av. Comercial de Macau

Three locals scammed in online concert ticket fraud

Three local women were recently duped in an online scam involving concert tickets, suffering a combined loss of MOP14,400. The Judiciary Police (PJ) said two young women and

Lawmakers back revised advertising bill

Members of the Legislative Assembly’s Second Standing Committee expressed support for the government’s updated draft of the advertising bill, calling it more comprehensive and refined. Committee chair Ip

No residential water hike planned, bureau says

Director of the Marine and Water Bureau, Susanna Wong, stated in an interview that there are currently no plans to raise residential water rates. While Macau’s economy is

UTM to launch BSc in Management and Data Science

The Macao University of Tourism (UTM) will introduce a Bachelor of Science in Management and Data Science in the 2026/2027 academic year. The four-year programme aims to equip

PSP fined 84 pedestrians last week

The Public Security Police Force (PSP) fined 84 pedestrians for unlawful street crossing last week. According to the force, each person was fined MOP300 for failing to comply

SMG launches two new services to enhance user experience

A “Meteorology Fun Day” was held on Saturday at the Meteorological Bureau building in Taipa Grande, where the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) director, Leong Weng Kun, announced

MGM Cotai’s Five Foot Road and Aji retain Michelin stars

MGM Cotai has retained recognition in the Michelin Guide Hong Kong & Macau 2026, with Five Foot Road and Aji both holding one Michelin star. Five Foot Road, led

Police bust suspected illegal currency exchange

The Judiciary Police uncovered a 42-year-old mainland man suspected of conducting illegal currency exchanges, with the case now handed to the Public Prosecutions Office. On March 17, officers

Police enforce dedicated drop-off zones at Hengqin Port

The Public Security Police Force announced new measures to improve traffic and passenger flow at the Macau section of Hengqin Port. Separate drop-off zones have been designated for

Libraries expand reading kits for toddlers

The Cultural Affairs Bureau has added distribution points at Bairro da Ilha Verde Library and S. Lourenço Library for free infant and toddler reading kits. Eligible children

Guangzhou

Authorities this week expanded support for AI-driven manufacturing in Nansha and Huangpu, offering subsidies for robotics and smart equipment. Officials said the push aims to strengthen high-end industrial

Shenzhen

Expanded cross-border data flow rules in Qianhai this week, easing transfers in finance, healthcare and logistics. The move is designed to align regulatory frameworks with Hong Kong and

Zhuhai

Reported rising visitor numbers in Hengqin this week, driven by new cultural venues and the Chimelong resort. Officials said cross-border tourism linked to Macau continues to fuel consumption

Foshan

manufacturers recorded a rebound in appliance exports this week, with demand rising from Southeast Asia and the Middle East. Companies are increasingly focusing on energy-efficient products as global

Dongguan

Introduced new incentives this week to accelerate smart factory upgrades, encouraging small and medium-sized enterprises to adopt automation and digital systems. Authorities said the policy will help sustain

Zhongshan

Highlighted progress this week on transport links tied to the Shenzhen–Zhongshan Bridge, expected to cut travel times across the Pearl River Delta. Officials said improved connectivity will boost

Huizhou

Attracted new investment this week in lithium battery and electric vehicle supply chains, with several production lines announced. Officials said the city is strengthening its role as a

Jiangmen

This week promoted investment linked to overseas Chinese communities, focusing on manufacturing, tourism and cultural heritage projects. Authorities said diaspora capital remains a key driver for local development

Zhaoqing

Advanced its green manufacturing push this week, attracting projects in renewable energy and eco-friendly materials. Officials said the city aims to leverage lower costs and sustainability policies to

Authorities find 50 suspected illegal workers in February

The Public Security Police Force and the Labour Affairs Bureau apprehended 50 people in February on suspicion of working illegally in Macau. The suspected illegal workers were found

Gov’t launches tender for another six car parks

The Transport Bureau (DSAT) has opened a public tender for the concession of six public car parks. The tender includes the parking lots at Jardim das Artes, Bairro

Gov’t sets first-year fees for utility tunnels

The government has approved the management and maintenance fees for the new Common Utility Tunnels in New Urban Zone A, marking a key step in the infrastructure project’s path

SF Express announces MOP1 fuel surcharge per parcel within SARs

Shenzhen-based delivery services and logistics company SF Express has announced that it will be charging a fuel surcharge for all parcels within Macau and Hong Kong effective yesterday. The

Gov’t sets prices for maintenance fees for technical galleries

The government has set the prices for access fees and maintenance for the shared technical galleries in Zone A of the new landfills. According to the publication in the

EASL Finals to hold quarterfinals at Tap Seac

As previously announced, the East Asia Super League (EASL) Finals 2026 will take place in Macau from Wednesday, March 18, to Sunday, March 22. Although the venue for

Certificate expiry hits over 10,000 lifts and escalators

The Land and Urban Construction Bureau (DSSCU) has found that over 10,000 “Certificates of Compliance” required for lifting equipment are past their expiration dates following the annual inspection,

Gongbei Port sees record Spring Festival travel rush

The 40-day Spring Festival travel period at Gongbei Port concluded with over 14 million border crossings, up 9% from last year, setting three new daily traffic records in

Gov’t supports Zhongshan firms’ global expansion

The Zhongshan Municipal People’s Government recently hosted its first fair at Tap Seac Square, featuring six distinctive exhibition zones showcasing smart home appliances, high-end manufacturing, food, and cultural

FX reserves rise in February

The Monetary Authority of Macao reported that the city’s foreign exchange reserves reached MOP243.5 billion (USD30.22 billion) at the end of February, up 0.7% from January. The reserves

Unauthorized currency conversion can result in fines of up to MOP10 million

The Monetary Authority of Macao (AMCM) has announced that it recently conducted investigations, in collaboration with the Judiciary Police (PJ), at six shops primarily serving foreign workers in

Phase 2 of South Coast Promenades set to open soon

The Municipal Affairs Bureau announced yesterday that Phase 2, Section 2 of the promenades along the South Coast of Macau Peninsula, extending between Governor Nobre de Carvalho Bridge

DSEDJ increases support for student counseling teams

The Education and Youth Development Bureau (DSEDJ) announced it is boosting resources for student counseling teams in the 2025/2026 school year, raising personnel service costs by around 3%

DSF sees gaming revenue and public finances rise

The Financial Services Bureau (DSF) reported that 2025 gaming tax revenue reached MOP94.85 billion, up 7.6% from 2024, with a public finance surplus of MOP19.88 billion, a 26%

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