Tag: Society
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Social organization endorses IR operators for proactive maternity leave initiatives
The Women’s General Association of Macau submitted its written recommendations to the Labour Affairs Bureau (DSAL) yesterday, urging more small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to adopt ... -
Association calls for quieter community spaces
Residents have raised concerns about noise issues in older districts on the Macau peninsula during a monthly community reception organized by the Women’s General Association of ... -
Progress underway for 15-minute community service zones for seniors
The government has proposed establishing community service zones for seniors across Macau, designed to be accessible within 15 to 20 minutes, while the Social Welfare Bureau ... -
IC pilots hosting children’s go-kart activity at outdoor venue
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) trialed a children-oriented activity yesterday at the Outdoor Performance Venue in Cotai. The event, which included a track for non-motorized children’s ... -
Concerns rise as Portuguese language use shows signs of decline
Despite Macau’s status as a bilingual Chinese-Portuguese metropolis, the use of Portuguese – one of its official languages – has been marred by numerous errors and ... -
Authorities move to upgrade Coloane old market area for mixed-use cultural tourism
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has launched a tendering process for a project to revitalize the Coloane Old Market area as part of efforts to boost ... -
Multiple entities announce maternity leave extension
Several local community organizations and integrated resort (IR) operators have announced an extension of maternity leave for their employees from 70 days to 90 days, ... -
Chamber calls for Macau-Zhuhai cooperation to address aging, birthrate challenges
The Macao Chamber of Commerce (ACM) calls for deeper Zhuhai-Macau cross-border cooperation to ease the elderly care shortage and boost the low birth rate, issues affecting ... -
CE, gov’t officials pledge support for national security law
The Chief Executive (CE), Sam Hou Fai, addressed in a statement the recent release by the State Council Information Office of a white paper titled “Hong ... -
Committee member proposes direct bus service from the Islands to Kiang Wu
Leong Meng Ian, a committee member of the Islands District Community Service Consultative Committee, has called for more convenient transportation for residents in the Islands District ... -
Women’s association calls for noise control, better Hengqin livelihood
The Women’s General Association of Macau is urging authorities to ease daily life in Hengqin and address persistent noise problems in Macau’s older districts. During their ... -
Taipa Market sees fourfold increase in daily visitors, says IAM
The government continued its market revitalization efforts yesterday, with the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) highlighting the successful revitalization of Taipa Market, which now attracts approximately 7,000 ... -
Second ‘10-Year Action Plan’ for elderly services to launch this year
Ho Fun Ngan, director of the Lai Yuen Centre of the Women’s General Association of Macau, told the media during a recent Chinese New Year celebration ... -
Wet market rep calls for comprehensive plan to optimize development for evolving consumer market
The Tamagini Barbosa Market is at the center of discussions as the government outlines its intent to gradually revitalize local wet markets in this year’s Policy ... -
IAM to launch ‘tailored’ revitalization projects for São Domingos, São Lourenço Markets
Following optimization projects at several of Macau’s traditional markets, the Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) announced that it will implement a “tailored” revitalization strategy to study the ... -
Fair use of law urged as foreign cases rise 50%
Chinese courts have been urged to improve their adjudication over foreign-related cases by emphasizing fairness, impartiality, accessibility, efficiency and a people-centered approach, in a bid to ... -
Gov’t utilizes over 340 smart devices in care homes to boost elderly care
Nursing homes and rehabilitation centers across Macau have installed more than 340 pieces of technological equipment to safeguard elderly residents, people with disabilities, and care workers, ... -
Groups call for broader coordination to improve mobility for the visually impaired
The city has made gradual progress in upgrading barrier-free infrastructure in recent years, but further improvements are needed to better support the daily mobility of people ... -
64% of youth surveyed back ‘City Of Performing Arts’ vision
Sixty-four percent of young Macau residents support transforming the city into a “City Of Performing Arts,” according to a recent survey by the Macao New Chinese ... -
Lawmaker pushes for stairlift subsidies to ease elderly access
Lawmaker Ella Lei is calling on local authorities to launch subsidies for stairlifts in tenement buildings, or Tong lau (唐樓), to ease the struggles of elderly ... -
Lawmaker says medical assisted reproduction services are struggling to meet demand
Lawmaker Leong Sun Iok claims that the Medical Assisted Reproduction Subsidy Program is not providing the expected support to couples seeking the service, as demand far ... -
Ongoing public investment fails to address insufficient appeal of wet markets
Macau’s traditional public markets are facing a growing crisis, with vacancy rates climbing to around 30%, according to a new report from the General Union of ... -
IC says city has enough sports, leisure spaces amid lawmaker concerns
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) stated that the government is meeting local residents’ demand for cultural and recreational spaces by optimizing cultural and sports venues through ... -
Reclaimed water to be sold just 15% below regular price
The recycled water that the government plans to begin supplying to some users next year will cost 85% of the price of regular potable water, the ... -
Gov’t drafts plan to expand smoking bans to street level
Local authorities announced yesterday a pilot program for street-level smoking bans to be launched next year, building on the recent establishment of no-smoking zones at the ... -
Survey: Lower wages offered to non-locals are seen as unfair competition
Two organizations released their joint annual survey report yesterday, revealing that over 63% of respondents believe the current policy on non-local workers lacks a system that ... -
3,000 seniors to gain free access to local smart alarm network in first phase
Macau has not yet reached “super-aged society” status, but with residents aged 65 and above projected to account for more than one-fifth of the population by ... -
Gov’t pledges accessible culture map
Authorities say they will work with Gaode Maps, also known as Amap, to develop an accessible map of cultural attractions and improve accessibility information for visitors ... -
Lawmaker flags stagnation in urban renewal amid aging buildings
Legislator Vong Hou Piu has recalled that over 4,000 buildings in Macau are more than 30 years old, with some exceeding 50 years, and noted that ... -
Civil servants are turning to part-time jobs amid economic pressures, lawmaker claims
Lawmaker José Pereira Coutinho has criticized the administration for failing to genuinely address civil servants’ needs, noting that many are forced to work overtime after hours ... -
Gov’t considers turning maternity leave subsidy into permanent
Chief Executive (CE) Sam Hou Fai stated that the government is considering making the temporary subsidy plan for employer-paid maternity leave benefits permanent. Addressing the matter ... -
IAS recognizes inclusive eateries in the city
Sixty-one catering establishments in Macau have been recognized for their efforts to create welcoming and accessible environments for people with disabilities. The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS), ... -
Survey reveals growing demand for home-based eldercare
Macau faces rising demand for home-based eldercare, with nearly half of residents aged 50 and above seeking community support services, a recent survey by the Macau ... -
Think tank urges inclusion of more people-friendly programs in Policy Address
A think tank has indicated that Macau’s economy is showing signs of steady recovery this year, and ahead of the new Policy Address set to be ... -
Nearly 4,000 attend against child abuse event amid rising cases
The Against Child Abuse (Macau) Association held the “Caring for Children: Let’s Recognize Children’s Abilities” event alongside a Flag Day fundraiser on 9 November at the ...
