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Sam Hou Fai on election day

Introducing Sam Hou Fai: Macao’s chief executive designate

Sam Hou Fai has been a guiding force in Macao’s legal system since the early 1990s. Now, after a decisive election result, the former judge is preparing to lead the Special Administrative Region into its sixth-term government. Sam has pledged to champion a dynamic Macao
October 2024
Macao Bridge

A National Day opening for Macao Bridge

After more than four years of construction, the fourth Macao-Taipa bridge was inaugurated on National Day. It promises to ease traffic congestion, boost regional connectivity and support the city’s efforts to become a World Centre for Tourism and Leisure.
October 2024
Sanxingdui human mask (c. 1250–1046 BCE)

What we can learn from China’s ancient bronzes

The Macao Museum of Art’s latest exhibition showcases more than 150 exquisite bronze artefacts, primarily funerary goods unearthed after thousands of years. These bronzes convey messages from ancient Chinese civilisations whose enduring influences still reverberate today.
October 2024
A new era of integration begins: Mainland Travel Permit

A new era of integration begins

Travel between Macao, Hong Kong and the mainland just became a lot easier for foreign permanent residents of the Special Administrative Regions. Macao’s chief executive says the move will benefit all regions within the Greater Bay Area through bringing them closer together.
August 2024
Revitalising the historic Red Market

Revitalising the historic Red Market

After two years of renovations, Macao’s Red Market has reopened for business. The return of the iconic marketplace offers more than a sleeker, cleaner place to shop. It stands as a testament to Macao’s unique ability to balance cultural heritage and progress.
August 2024
Pickleball is one of the fastest growing sports in the US, with China aiming to have ‘100 million pickleball players and 10,000 pickleball courts by 2030’

Pickleball’s found its place in Macao

The fast-paced, curiously named sport has been sweeping the globe in recent years. Now Macao is jumping on board, with its first official pickleball venue opening just last month.
August 2024
‘A pearl in the palm’

‘A pearl in the palm’

Xia Baolong, the nation’s top official for Macao affairs, heaped praise on the Special Administrative Region during his weeklong visit in May. He also laid out a roadmap for its continued success.
June 2024
Women’s volleyball tournament makes a comeback

Women’s volleyball tournament makes a comeback

The Volleyball Women's Nations League returned to Macao in 2024, featuring top teams like Italy, Japan, Brazil, China, and the Netherlands, with Brazil and Italy emerging as standout performers.
June 2024
An aerial view shows how the once-proud Chio Family Mansion expanded over time

Meet Macao’s six newest immovable properties

Bringing the total number of protected cultural heritage sites in the city to 165, these special buildings include Português Suave residences, the former home of Sun Yat-sen’s first wife, and the city’s most consequential abattoir.
June 2024
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