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China and the Portuguese-speaking Countries Film Festival gathers films from China, Portuguese-speaking countries, Japan and South Korea and creates a dialogue that “Transcends Boundaries”
MACAU, October 16 - Under the patronage of the Secretariat for Social Affairs and Culture of the Macao SAR Government, organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC, from the Portuguese acronym), with the Galaxy Entertainment Group as the opening...
Owner: Macau Government
“Three Events in Synergy” Seizing Debut Opportunities: Over 30 New Products to Be Unveiled, Boosting Smart MICE Development
MACAU, October 16 - The 2nd China-Portuguese-Speaking Countries Economic and Trade Expo (Macao) (2nd C-PLPEX), the 30th Macao International Trade & Investment Fair (30th MIF), and the Macao Franchising Expo 2025 (2025 MFE) (hereinafter referred to...
Owner: Macau Government
Near 400 students and teachers from UTM volunteer at National Games; UTM Student selected as Oath Representative
MACAU, October 16 - The Macao University of Tourism (UTM) has nearly 400 students and teachers as volunteers for the National Games, showcasing the spirit of Macao’s youth engaging in national events and serving the community. Among them, student...
Owner: Macau Government
【Expand international markets】Experience Macao Roadshow in Lisbon splendidly commences
MACAU, September 19 - The Experience Macao Roadshow in Lisbon was splendidly unveiled on 17 September in Lisbon, showcasing the glamorous kaleidoscope of “tourism +” to Portuguese and European residents in pursuit of international visitor markets....
Owner: Macau Government
Main Exhibition of “Art Macao 2025” leads cross-disciplinary artistic exploration with concerts, themed lectures and outreach activities
MACAU, September 19 - The mega international cultural and artistic event “Art Macao: Macao International Art Biennale 2025” is currently presenting the Main Exhibition at the Macao Museum of Art. Outreach activities will continue to be held in...
Owner: Macau Government
Statistics on electronic payment transaction value - restaurants & similar establishments and retail trade for August 2025
MACAU, October 16 - Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that the electronic payment transaction value (hereinafter referred to as transaction value) grew by 7.8% month-on-month for restaurants & similar...
Owner: Macau Government
CE meets Governor of Hainan to strengthen regional cooperation
MACAU, October 14 - The Chief Executive, Mr Sam Hou Fai, met with the Governor of Hainan Province, Mr Liu Xiaoming. The two officials exchanged views on deepening multi-sectoral collaboration between Hainan and Macao, enhancing synergies between...
Owner: Macau Government
Investment Promotion in Portugal and Spain Received a Positive Response to Set the Stage for the First Store Economy
MACAU, October 14 - The Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (“IPIM”) of Macao has conducted a roadshow of the “Programme for Supporting the Development of Macao First Store Economy” (“First Store Economy Programme”) in Lisbon and Porto,...
Owner: Macau Government
Welcome to Join UTM Discovery Day: A journey of exploration from Campus to Industry
MACAU, October 13 - The Macao University of Tourism (UTM) will hold the “UTM Discovery Day: Exploring Educational Excellence” event on 25 October 2025 (Saturday). Through various activities, the event will provide an opportunity for students,...
Owner: Macau Government
“hush! Beach Concerts x Urban Sports Wellfest 2025” unveils in mid-October Six music and sports stages fully showcase East Asian cultural characteristics
MACAU, October 8 - Jointly organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau and the MGM, and co-organized by the Municipal Affairs Bureau, the Marine and Water Bureau, and the Macao Government Tourism Office, the “hush! Beach Concerts x Urban Sports...
Owner: Macau Government
【Robust marketing】MGTO will unveil Mega Sale in Malaysia on 9 October
MACAU, September 30 - Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) will stage mega tourism promotional events in Indonesia and Malaysia between 9 and 12 October, vigorously expanding the international visitor markets in Southeast Asia. The promotional...
Owner: Macau Government
【Robust marketing】MGTO will unveil Mega Sale in Indonesia on 9 October MAK MAK x local trendy IP raise visibility in advance
MACAU, September 30 - Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) will roll out large-scale tourism promotional events in Indonesia and Malaysia between 9 and 12 October, vigorously tapping into the potential of Southeast Asia as an international...
Owner: Macau Government
hush! Beach Concerts x Urban Sports Wellfest 2025 unveils the first round of activities and offers an outdoor cross-disciplinary event
MACAU, September 29 - Jointly organized by the Cultural Affairs Bureau and the MGM, and co-organized by the Municipal Affairs Bureau, the Marine and Water Bureau, and the Macao Government Tourism Office, the “hush! Beach Concerts x Urban Sports...
Owner: Macau Government
East Asia Research Announces Asia Economics and Policy Forum (AEPF 2026)
Singapore, Singapore , Oct. 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Asia Economics and Policy Forum (AEPF 2026), recognized as one of the best economics conferences in Asia, will convene ‘LIVE’ in Singapore and online from July 28–29, 2026, at the...
Transport and communications statistics for August 2025
MACAU, September 30 - Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that licensed motor vehicles in the Macao Special Administrative Region totalled 253,331 as at end-August 2025, up by 0.8% year-on-year. In August,...
Owner: Macau Government
Package tours and hotel occupancy rate for August 2025
MACAU, September 30 - Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that the average occupancy rate of guest rooms of hotel establishments stood at 92.9% in August 2025, an uplift of 1.5 percentage points year-on-year. Number...
Owner: Macau Government
Lotus Cycle Track to be reopened on National Day after optimisation, offering extended route and convenient bicycle rental and return
MACAU, September 30 - The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) has completed the optimisation and transformation of Lotus Cycle Track. The route has been extended and the ancillary facilities and services offered have become more convenient and...
Owner: Macau Government
Government Headquarters Open Day sessions on 18 and 19 October
MACAU, September 30 - The Government Headquarters Open Day sessions will this year be held on Saturday, 18 October, and Sunday, 19 October, from 9am to 6pm. The theme of this year’s floral arrangements for the Open Day sessions is the “15th...
Owner: Macau Government
Response assessment to tropical cyclone “Ragasa”
MACAU, September 26 - Due to the impact of Tropical Cyclone “Ragasa”, the Meteorological and Geophysical Bureau issued early warnings on 20 September, indicating that “Ragasa” was expected to reach super typhoon intensity and could potentially...
Owner: Macau Government
Maximum civil defence effort mobilised for Super Typhoon Ragasa to ensure public safety
MACAU, September 23 - The Secretary for Security and Commander of Joint Civil Protection Operations, Mr Wong Sio Chak, gave a briefing – when Typhoon Signal No.8 was hoisted – with updates regarding Macao’s response to Super Typhoon Ragasa. He...
Owner: Macau Government