MGTO launches Mak Mak licensing programme, applications open April 20
Eligible companies and associations can apply to use local tourism mascot Mak Mak* for products and experiences, either for commercial and non-commercial use, starting next Monday via MGTO’s newly-launched licensing programme. A launch ceremony for the programme, titled “IP Licensing Program for Macao Tourism Mascot ‘Mak Mak’”, was held yesterday within the 14th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo, aka MITE, at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo. The programme accepts
April 13, 2026
Sam to visit Portugal & Spain, WTO & EU headquarters
Entourage includes 120 businesspeople Interview by Gilberto Lopes* Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai previews his upcoming visit to Portugal and Spain and speaks about cooperation with Brazil and MexicoSam revealed, in an exclusive interview with the Portuguese-language TV and radio channels of TDM (“Canal Macau” and Rádio Macau”) earlier this month at Government Headquarters in Nam Van, that around 120 businesspeople and more than 20 companies from the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and
April 13, 2026
Sam, Portuguese parliament speaker vow to strengthen ties
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai and the president of Portugal’s Assembly of the Republic José Pedro Aguiar-Branco have vowed to strengthen relations between the two sides, according to a statement by the Macau Government Information Bureau (GCS). Sam met at Government Headquarters with Aguiar-Branco on Friday afternoon to exchange views on deepening friendly cooperation between China and Portugal and continuously enhancing Macau’s role as a bridge and link between China and
April 13, 2026
3 collectors show their prized items at exhibition in Taipa
Three art collectors of different backgrounds are showcasing their prized items in the “Show-Off 4.0” exhibition at the Taipa Village Art Space, with the exhibition on until May 15.Located at 29-31 Rua dos Mercadores in Taipa Village, the free-admission exhibition is the fourth instalment in the series. This time, it features a collection of artworks on display, among which are paintings and Chinese shop plaques. The items amassed over the years all belong to collectors José Isaac Duarte,
April 13, 2026
MGTO launches Mak Mak licensing programme, applications open April 20
Eligible companies and associations can apply to use local tourism mascot Mak Mak* for products and experiences, either for commercial and non-commercial use, starting next Monday via MGTO’s newly-launched licensing programme. A launch ceremony for the programme, titled “IP Licensing Program for Macao Tourism Mascot ‘Mak Mak’”, was held yesterday within the 14th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo, aka MITE, at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo. The programme accepts
April 13, 2026
Sam to visit Portugal & Spain, WTO & EU headquarters
Entourage includes 120 businesspeople Interview by Gilberto Lopes* Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai previews his upcoming visit to Portugal and Spain and speaks about cooperation with Brazil and MexicoSam revealed, in an exclusive interview with the Portuguese-language TV and radio channels of TDM (“Canal Macau” and Rádio Macau”) earlier this month at Government Headquarters in Nam Van, that around 120 businesspeople and more than 20 companies from the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and
April 13, 2026
Sam, Portuguese parliament speaker vow to strengthen ties
Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai and the president of Portugal’s Assembly of the Republic José Pedro Aguiar-Branco have vowed to strengthen relations between the two sides, according to a statement by the Macau Government Information Bureau (GCS). Sam met at Government Headquarters with Aguiar-Branco on Friday afternoon to exchange views on deepening friendly cooperation between China and Portugal and continuously enhancing Macau’s role as a bridge and link between China and
April 13, 2026
3 collectors show their prized items at exhibition in Taipa
Three art collectors of different backgrounds are showcasing their prized items in the “Show-Off 4.0” exhibition at the Taipa Village Art Space, with the exhibition on until May 15.Located at 29-31 Rua dos Mercadores in Taipa Village, the free-admission exhibition is the fourth instalment in the series. This time, it features a collection of artworks on display, among which are paintings and Chinese shop plaques. The items amassed over the years all belong to collectors José Isaac Duarte,
April 13, 2026
Health Bureau reports severe flu case
The local Health Bureau (SSM) reported a severe influenza case on Friday afflicting a 68-year-old local male patient who was in a serious condition at the time, according to a statement by the bureau on Friday.According to the statement, the patient has a history of chronic illness. He developed symptoms including cough and sputum on April 7 and initially sought medical treatment, but was not tested for influenza at the time. However, his condition worsened on Friday, with symptoms including
April 13, 2026
Fuhong Society to launch Patane canteen for vocational training
Fuhong Society of Macau Director Jennifer Chau Wai I announced on Saturday that the organisation is establishing a community canteen in the Patane district. The Fuhong Society of Macau (澳門扶康會) is a non-profit social service organisation. It provides services and support – especially for people with intellectual disabilities and persons with mental illness, including rehabilitation and community-integration support measures. The canteen project aims to provide training and
April 13, 2026
Macau Customs seizes 1.3 tonnes of frozen steak worth 200,000 patacas
Macau Customs Service officers raided a parallel-trading den in the peninsula’s northern district on Thursday where they seized 1.3 tonnes of frozen steak worth around 200,000 patacas in total.According to a statement on Friday, on Thursday night the officers caught a 44-year-old local male who ran the business and hired parallel traders to smuggle frozen steak from Macau to the mainland.The male faces a fine in compliance with the relevant provisions listed in the External Trade Law, the
April 13, 2026
Macau Int’l Comedy Fest ends in Hengqin
The four-day 3rd Macau International Comedy Festival concluded yesterday, wrapping up four days of performances, talent development initiatives and industry exchange across Macau and Hengqin. Held at the Hengqin Culture and Art Complex and other venues, the festival adopted a “one festival, two locations” format, bringing together comedy performances, training programmes and industry events. The festival was co-organised by Mahua FunAge* and the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC),
April 13, 2026
Local govt gathers views from Hengqin for Macau’s 3rd Five-Year Plan
The Macau government convened a meeting in Hengqin on Friday to gather opinions and suggestions from representatives from various segments of Hengqin’s civil society concerning its upcoming drafting of Macau’s 3rd Five-Year Plan.The Macau government is scheduled to complete the drawing-up of Macau’s 3rd Five-Year Plan and start implementing the plan this year. It has underlined its commitment to aligning Macau’s third five-year socioeconomic development plan with the nation’s 15th
April 13, 2026
Editorial: When benevolence and justice are not practised, the position of strength shifts
China’s seasoned Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s press conference on the sidelines of the “two sessions” in Beijing on March 8 proved his deep wit and predilection for metaphors and aphorisms once again. His annual press conference at the Great Hall of the People during the concurrent sessions of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) has, for over a decade, become a “must-study” for me –and
March 16, 2026
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Editorial: When benevolence and justice are not practised, the position of strength shifts
China’s seasoned Foreign Minister Wang Yi’s press conference on the sidelines of the “two sessions” in Beijing on March 8 proved his deep wit and predilection for metaphors and aphorisms once again. His annual press conference at the Great Hall of the People during the concurrent sessions of the National People’s Congress (NPC) and the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) has, for over a decade, become a “must-study” for me –and
March 16, 2026
3 collectors show their prized items at exhibition in Taipa
Three art collectors of different backgrounds are showcasing their prized items in the “Show-Off 4.0” exhibition at the Taipa Village Art Space, with the exhibition on until May 15.Located at 29-31 Rua dos Mercadores in Taipa Village, the free-admission exhibition is the fourth instalment in the series. This time, it features a collection of artworks on display, among which are paintings and Chinese shop plaques. The items amassed over the years all belong to collectors José Isaac Duarte,
April 13, 2026
Hebei Provincial Acrobatic Troupe Makes Exclusive Visit to Macau's Hou Kong Middle School (Primary Section)
Review by Hou Kong Middle School (Primary Section) Teachers and StudentsOn the morning of April 2, 2026, the “Acrobatics on Campus” even – a key highlight of the “Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Acrobatics Art Week” 「粵港澳大灣區雜技藝術週 (Macao Station) – was successfully held at Hou Kong Middle School (Primary Section). Artistes from the Hebei Provincial Acrobatic Troupe (河北省雜技團) presented a spectacular showcase combining performances, artistic
April 3, 2026
MGTO launches Mak Mak licensing programme, applications open April 20
Eligible companies and associations can apply to use local tourism mascot Mak Mak* for products and experiences, either for commercial and non-commercial use, starting next Monday via MGTO’s newly-launched licensing programme. A launch ceremony for the programme, titled “IP Licensing Program for Macao Tourism Mascot ‘Mak Mak’”, was held yesterday within the 14th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo, aka MITE, at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo. The programme accepts
April 13, 2026
Health Bureau reports severe flu case
The local Health Bureau (SSM) reported a severe influenza case on Friday afflicting a 68-year-old local male patient who was in a serious condition at the time, according to a statement by the bureau on Friday.According to the statement, the patient has a history of chronic illness. He developed symptoms including cough and sputum on April 7 and initially sought medical treatment, but was not tested for influenza at the time. However, his condition worsened on Friday, with symptoms including
April 13, 2026
Sam to visit Portugal & Spain, WTO & EU headquarters
Entourage includes 120 businesspeople Interview by Gilberto Lopes* Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai previews his upcoming visit to Portugal and Spain and speaks about cooperation with Brazil and MexicoSam revealed, in an exclusive interview with the Portuguese-language TV and radio channels of TDM (“Canal Macau” and Rádio Macau”) earlier this month at Government Headquarters in Nam Van, that around 120 businesspeople and more than 20 companies from the Greater Bay Area (GBA) and
April 13, 2026
Fuhong Society to launch Patane canteen for vocational training
Fuhong Society of Macau Director Jennifer Chau Wai I announced on Saturday that the organisation is establishing a community canteen in the Patane district. The Fuhong Society of Macau (澳門扶康會) is a non-profit social service organisation. It provides services and support – especially for people with intellectual disabilities and persons with mental illness, including rehabilitation and community-integration support measures. The canteen project aims to provide training and
April 13, 2026
Macau Customs seizes 1.3 tonnes of frozen steak worth 200,000 patacas
Macau Customs Service officers raided a parallel-trading den in the peninsula’s northern district on Thursday where they seized 1.3 tonnes of frozen steak worth around 200,000 patacas in total.According to a statement on Friday, on Thursday night the officers caught a 44-year-old local male who ran the business and hired parallel traders to smuggle frozen steak from Macau to the mainland.The male faces a fine in compliance with the relevant provisions listed in the External Trade Law, the
April 13, 2026
Macau Int’l Comedy Fest ends in Hengqin
The four-day 3rd Macau International Comedy Festival concluded yesterday, wrapping up four days of performances, talent development initiatives and industry exchange across Macau and Hengqin. Held at the Hengqin Culture and Art Complex and other venues, the festival adopted a “one festival, two locations” format, bringing together comedy performances, training programmes and industry events. The festival was co-organised by Mahua FunAge* and the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC),
April 13, 2026
Local govt gathers views from Hengqin for Macau’s 3rd Five-Year Plan
The Macau government convened a meeting in Hengqin on Friday to gather opinions and suggestions from representatives from various segments of Hengqin’s civil society concerning its upcoming drafting of Macau’s 3rd Five-Year Plan.The Macau government is scheduled to complete the drawing-up of Macau’s 3rd Five-Year Plan and start implementing the plan this year. It has underlined its commitment to aligning Macau’s third five-year socioeconomic development plan with the nation’s 15th
April 13, 2026
China’s consumer market: where global companies are tested at the frontier
Commentary by Tang Hong* At the April 2026 China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) in Hainan**, global brands are once again converging, reflecting continued interest in the Chinese consumer market.Chinese is no longer simply a question of scale or growth. For many companies, it is where strategies are tested and refined. To engage China’s consumer market today is, increasingly, to operate at the frontier of global consumption.A market defined by scale,
April 13, 2026