Tag: Society
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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 ... -
Vehicle abandonment in public spaces now mostly limited to motorcycles
The abandonment of vehicles in public spaces in Macau is no longer a big problem when it comes to cars, authorities claim, citing a decline in ... -
Lawmakers demand increase in 36-year-old paid leave and maternity leave standards
Some legislators have expressed concerns about labor rights and work-life balance, urging Macau authorities to adjust working hours and mandatory holidays, including a proposal to align ... -
IAS expands emergency childcare services for families in need
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) has confirmed that 22 childcare centers in Macau currently provide emergency and temporary care services for families in need. The service, ... -
Gov’t to subsidize up to 75% of disability support equipment costs
The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, announced yesterday an administrative order approving regulations for subsidies to help persons with disabilities purchase assistive devices ... -
IAS to launch 10-year smart rehabilitation plan with focus on accessibility and inclusion
Macau’s upcoming 10-year action plan for rehabilitation services, covering 2026 to 2035, will focus on four key areas: physical and mental rehabilitation, potential development, support and ... -
Inflation rate hits eight-month high in September
The Consumer Price Index (CPI), which indicates overall inflation, increased in September by 0.47% compared to the previous year, the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) reported ... -
IAS to conduct door-to-door surveys on elderly health conditions
The Social Welfare Bureau (IAS), in conjunction with various social service organizations, has conducted a census since last month, registering at least 2,000 elderly individuals living ... -
Gov’t prepares second phase of women’s development goals
The government has launched preparations for the second phase of its “Women’s Development Goal Plan” covering 2026–2032, with a focus on boosting gender equality and supporting ... -
Tamagnini Barbosa Market to revitalize in 2026 with new cooked food center
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) announced yesterday that the Tamagnini Barbosa Municipal Market Complex will undergo revitalization next year, featuring a new cooked food center and ... -
IAS to disburse MOP1.64 billion in elderly and disability subsidies
Following the government’s official announcement of increased subsidy amounts, the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) will disburse the 2025 old-age and disability subsidies in mid-October, with a ... -
Pet owners say Macau still falls short on pet-friendly facilities
Despite official pledges to make Macau a pet-friendly city, many local pet owners say the reality still falls short, citing limited facilities, restrictive rules, and social ... -
Gov’t tackles aging population with elderly care initiatives across GBA cities
In light of growing concerns over the city’s aging population, the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS) responded to Lawmaker Leong Hong Sai by addressing policy initiatives designed ... -
Gambling addiction surges among non-residents: IAS
Gambling addiction in Macau has risen since the pandemic, driven mainly by an increase in non-resident cases, according to the Social Welfare Bureau (IAS). While casino ... -
Local Team wins gold at International Anti-Corruption Hackathon
A team of young Macau coders, named “Just do,” has been crowned champion of the “Coding4Integrity Asian Youth Anti-Corruption Hackathon,” winning the gold award for their ... -
Inner Harbour business owners express concordance with gov’t response measures
At 3 p.m. this afternoon, the Macau Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau (SMG) downgraded the red storm surge warning to blue as water levels receded. Businesses in ... -
Census for elderly living alone begins to boost care services
Macau is projected to become a “super-aged society” by 2029, a classification used by the United Nations for when at least 20% of the population is ... -
Leong Hong Sai calls for stronger dementia prevention measures in elderly care policy
Lawmaker Leong Hong Sai has warned that the city’s growing elderly population is driving a higher risk of dementia, urging the government to strengthen preventive measures ... -
IAM conducts cleaning campaign to remove ‘hashtags’ from public furniture
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) recently conducted on-site inspections and cleaning campaigns to remove and restore public furniture that had been targeted with “hashtag” stickers by ... -
Citizens struggle with insufficient financial support for the elderly and caregivers
Lawmaker Ella Lei has called on the government to strengthen the pension adjustment mechanism and expand support for caregivers, In light of inflationary pressures, the main ... -
Hotel staff report cases of children left alone, authorities claim unawareness
Authorities and tourism experts say they are unaware of children being left alone in hotel rooms in Macau, even as hotel staff report that such incidents ... -
Road Traffic bill scrapped due to unclear legislative logic, Ron Lam says
After over 16 years, Macau’s Road Traffic Law was finally proposed to be revised after a public consultation held in 2019 and the introduction of a ... -
Rule enforcement for idle Indonesian bank accounts causes havoc among overseas workers
A recent rule enforcement by the Indonesian Financial Transaction Reports and Analysis Center (PPATK) has caused havoc, particularly among the many Indonesian nationals working abroad. The ...
