Tourism Q&A with MGTO’s Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes
Director of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) since 2012, Maria Helena de Senna Fernandes, reflects on how far tourism has come in the past 25 years and on where it’s headed next.
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In the Laboratory and Beyond
Advancements in health and education sectors tend to be symbiotic. An improving academic landscape nurtures research in the health sciences, while more medical facilities increase opportunities for applied scholarly analysis, scientific breakthroughs and better public health. This has been the case in Macao, where both sectors have been flourishing since the city’s return to the […]
Building a Better Future
Since its return to the motherland in 1999, Macao’s population, visitor numbers and even landmass have experienced extraordinary growth. But the city’s infrastructure has kept pace, enhancing residents’ quality of life with each new milestone reached.
A Small City, Making a Substantial Contribution
As Macao becomes increasingly integrated within China, it is leveraging its unique Lusophone connections and a rapidly diversifying economy to help the country open up to the world.
A Quarter Century of Growth, Modernisation and Integration
What Macao has achieved since the Chinese government resumed the exercise of sovereignty over Macao in 1999 is nothing short of remarkable.
President Xi Jinping Meets Chief Executive-designate Sam Hou Fai in Beijing
During a three-day trip to the country’s capital in November, the Central Government officially appointed Sam Hou Fai as Macao’s sixth-term chief executive. In Beijing, President Xi Jinping conveyed his trust in Sam to fully and faithfully implement the ‘One Country, Two Systems’ policy.
Macao Recognises its Outstanding Residents and Organisations
Five Golden Lotuses were conferred at an awards ceremony in November, along with more than two dozen other accolades for achievements, contributions and distinguished services to society. Two of the Special Administrative Region’s loftiest institutions – the Holy House of Mercy and Conde de São Januário Hospital – were recognised in this year’s honours, as were a number of Executive Council members.
Government Headquarters Commemorates Double Anniversaries
One of Macao’s most iconic landmarks and a classified historical monument in its own right, the Government Headquarters celebrated the 75th anniversary of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th anniversary of the Macao Special Administrative Region with an open day led by Chief Executive Ho Iat Seng.
Macao is Undergoing a Digital Revolution
The Macao One Account integrates a wide range of public services for over 621,000 users. From accessing health records to crossing the border, the platform is reshaping the way residents interact with their government and positioning Macao as a forward-thinking smart city.
A New Chronicle of Macao’s Identity
The first volume of a significant seven-part literary project documenting key moments and places in Macao’s history has been published. The Macao Gazetteer Series: Book of Geography is being lauded as an essential cultural initiative that not only fosters a stronger sense of identity among locals but inspires scholars to delve deeper into the history of this unique city.