The Hengqin experiment
Five years after its launch, the Guangdong–Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin has become central to the next phase of Macao’s development
Regional integration propels GBA aviation cluster
The rapid expansion of airports across the Greater Bay Area reflects a policy-driven strategy in which infrastructure is often built ahead of demand, industry experts say
Dual-currency payments boost regional integration
A dual-currency payment system in Hengqin is quietly reshaping how Macao ID holders spend there. Permitting payments in Macao patacas through familiar mobile apps, the scheme reduces financial friction and contributes to cross-boundary integration to make everyday life much more seamless
Low-altitude economy takes off
As the low-altitude economy gathers momentum across the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, industry insiders argue that Macao’s strategic value lies not in the scale or frequency of flights, but in its ability to provide high-standard, well-regulated scenarios that can help align cross-boundary rules and
Lingnan’s heritage comes to life
The Macao Museum has creatively woven together the multi-layered tapestry of Lingnan cultures in an immersive exhibit. The “New Momentum – Cultured Bay Area, Brilliant Intangible Cultural Heritage” is far more than a static collection of artifacts; it is a thoughtfully curated journey through the
National Games: boosting sports momentum
The 15th National Games marked a turning point for Macao
Fast-tracking integration
China’s upcoming 15th Five-Year Plan is to confirm the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as one of three national ‘engines of high-quality development’. This signals an acceleration of regional integration, urging Macao to speed up economic diversification through Hengqin and the development of new industries
Macao’s crucial role in defining the Greater Bay Area (1700-1842)
The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area had an earlier iteration, ‘the Great Bay of Canton’ – mapped out by 18th-century cartographers and described by dictionaries of world geography and trade. Macao was its commercial heart and gateway to the world.
Touring four Guangdong cities
A delegation of local journalists were invited to visit Guangzhou, Shaoguan, Dongguan, and Shenzhen – Macao’s partners in the Greater Bay Area.