Gov’t confirms no changes to civil servants’ working hours amid calls for labor protections

While Macau’s largest labor group urged the city’s authorities to explore ways to enhance worker protections, the Public Administration and Civil Service Bureau (SAFP) made it

Over 80% of local residents satisfied with life and work in Hengqin

The findings of a recent survey indicate that more than 80% of Macau residents in the Guangdong-Macau In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin are pleased with

Tourist area SMEs rebound as residential businesses face 50% losses

A research report has noted a polarized post-pandemic recovery for small- and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs), as businesses in tourist areas thrive from returning visitors, while those in

GBA businesses optimistic before US reciprocal tariff

Businesses across the GBA were optimistic before the US reciprocal tariff hikes, as shown by the Standard Chartered GBA Business Confidence Survey this week. The

Survey links increased internet use to weaker self-management in minors

A survey titled “Special Report on the Digital Literacy of Minors in Macao 2024” noted that as internet users age and their average daily internet usage time

30% of elderly report high loneliness, nearly half plan to retire in mainland

A recent survey by the Sheng Kung Hui Social Service Association found that 30% of Macau’s elderly population experiences a “high degree” of loneliness, while nearly half

70% of local women juggle caregiving, financial stress, and health concerns

A study by the Macau Federation of Trade Unions (FAOM) found that more than 70% of women in Macau are responsible for caring for two or more

Residents face tougher path to business ownership

A recent survey conducted by the Macau Management Association between May and August last year indicates that economic recovery has positively impacted promotion opportunities within enterprises. The

Firms plan a salary increment of 2.7% in 2025

The recent survey reveals that the average planned salary increment across participating organizations is 2.72%, reflecting a decline of 0.26% from the previous year’s average of 2.98%.

Only 38% willing to have children

A recent survey conducted by the Chinese Youth Advancement Association shows that while nearly 56% of respondents aged 18 to 35 express a desire for marriage, only

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