MGTO head speaks at a UN conference on women and sustainable tourism
Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes was part of a panel discussion that ‘zeroed in’ on the challenges and opportunities for women in the tourism industry. The post MGTO head speaks at a UN conference on...
View ArticleFirst quarter residential property prices are down 9 percent compared to last...
The figures predate last month’s market-boosting measures, but Macao realtors nonetheless say it will take time for prices to recover. The post First quarter residential property prices are down 9...
View ArticleThe Thai government is doubling down on its plan to ban recreational cannabis
No concrete date has been announced for the ban, but Thailand’s prime minister says he wants it in place by the year’s end. The post The Thai government is doubling down on its plan to ban...
View ArticleHuman error is not being ruled out as the cause of the Seac Pai Van LRT...
Testing on the line has been suspended after four LRT staff sustained minor injuries in a collision between two carriages. The post Human error is not being ruled out as the cause of the Seac Pai Van...
View ArticleMacao’s migrant worker population still falls short of pre-pandemic levels
The number of non-resident workers in the city is growing however, with the data showing that the hotel and restaurant sector has made the most gains. The post Macao’s migrant worker population still...
View ArticleApple’s new iPad ad has sparked a backlash
Actor Hugh Grant described it as an accurate depiction of how technology is destroying ‘the human experience.’ The post Apple’s new iPad ad has sparked a backlash appeared first on Macao News.
View ArticleThe US and Angola have finalised a US$1.3 billion infrastructure investment deal
The program is part of the West’s goal of developing the so-called Lobito Corridor as a way of improving its access to critical raw materials. The post The US and Angola have finalised a US$1.3...
View Article2024 PATA Annual Summit to kick off in Macao next week
The three-day tourism gathering brings together hundreds of delegates for meetings on everything from hotel trends to the impact of AI on the travel trade. The post 2024 PATA Annual Summit to kick off...
View ArticleChina’s exports are starting to bounce back
The country’s exports defied experts’ predictions and grew by 1.5 percent in April, when compared with the same month last year. The post China’s exports are starting to bounce back appeared first on...
View ArticleMacao must boost protections for migrant workers, says Indonesian minister
Indonesia’s Minister of Manpower was in the SAR this week, advocating for non-resident workers’ rights. The post Macao must boost protections for migrant workers, says Indonesian minister appeared...
View ArticleMacao almost tops the world rich list
Ranked by per capita GDP adjusted for purchasing power parity, the city is second only to Luxembourg on a list of the world’s 100 wealthiest places. The post Macao almost tops the world rich list...
View ArticleSJM shrinks losses in the first quarter of 2024
The loss attributable to owners of the company fell dramatically to HK$74 million compared to the comparable 2023 figure of HK$869 million. The post SJM shrinks losses in the first quarter of 2024...
View ArticleMacao’s population is edging closer to a 700,000 milestone
An increase in the number of foreign workers boosted the SAR’s population during the initial three months of this year. The post Macao’s population is edging closer to a 700,000 milestone appeared...
View ArticleNew taxis should be on the road within the next 10 months
As many as 500 new taxis are expected to come into service, with the Transport Bureau publicly releasing the results of last year’s taxi licence tender. The post New taxis should be on the road within...
View ArticleMacao government to start annual cash handouts in July
Permanent residents are set to receive 10,000 patacas, whereas non-permanent residents will receive 6,000 patacas. The post Macao government to start annual cash handouts in July appeared first on...
View ArticleAn ‘explosive’ list of abusive male movie figures could be unveiled at Cannes
The film festival’s organisers are reportedly ready with a crisis management team to handle any fallout. Cannes opens on Tuesday. The post An ‘explosive’ list of abusive male movie figures could be...
View ArticleSão Tomé and Príncipe strengthens military ties with Russia
The controversial agreement requires a delicate balancing act from the tiny African nation in the current global context. The post São Tomé and Príncipe strengthens military ties with Russia appeared...
View ArticleXia Baolong arrives in Macao today
The central government’s top official on Macao affairs will be visiting for a week-long fact-finding mission. The post Xia Baolong arrives in Macao today appeared first on Macao News.
View ArticleThe nation’s consumer demand is improving but challenges remain
A third straight month of consumer price increases has created optimism but a sluggish manufacturing sector and housing crisis remain major hurdles. The post The nation’s consumer demand is improving...
View ArticleMacao, Hong Kong and other GBA cities sign talent agreement
The deal will see greater cooperation when it comes to making the Greater Bay Area a more enticing destination for top professionals. The post Macao, Hong Kong and other GBA cities sign talent...
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