Cashing in on the art toy boom
Macao’s creatives are positioning the city as a hub for collectable, high-value toys – for adults.
The history keepers
Can you truly understand a place without knowing its past? Meet the people keeping Macao’s fascinating history alive.
From the ashes
Vasco Galante was 6 years old when he first heard about Gorongosa National Park. He was at the cinema, in a small city near the centre of Portugal. It was 1962. Before the main feature, the theatre played a short promotional documentary about Mozambique. Galante watched glamorous European tourists alight
‘Light of hope’: Macao rejoins the world
Residents breathe a sigh of relief as their city welcomes back friends, business partners and tourists.
Ho Iat Seng meets with China’s leaders
Macao’s chief executive updated President Xi Jinping and Premier Li Keqiang on the city’s progress over 2022, and reaffirmed Macao’s commitment to “the Chinese dream of national rejuvenation” under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle.
Looking ahead on MSAR’s 23rd anniversary
There’s plenty of cause for optimism, says Ho Iat Seng. From the loosening of Covid-19 controls, to Macao’s economic diversification.
Government honours outstanding contributors
The 26 recipients of Macao’s medals of honour, merit, and distinguished service include banks, charities, and a former judge.
Strolling through Macao’s brand new pedestrian tunnel
The MOP 235 million Guia Hill Pedestrian Tunnel is a boon for commuters, but an attraction in its own right – and a space where people gather to socialise.
A kick of inspiration
Maccrew is not your average shoe brand. Founder Allen Choi has set out to bring custom sneakers to Macao and propel the city to the forefront of fashion.
Remembering the firecracker generation
Two men whose childhoods were dominated by Macao’s firecracker factories have helped document this bygone era in their later years. Their work is being showcased at the newly restored Iec Long firecracker factory, a heritage site now open to the public.