Macau New Neighbourhood

One neighbourhood, two cities

Five years into the Macao-Hengqin integration experiment, everyday life in the Macau New Neighbourhood shows how housing, education, healthcare and community services are helping create a more seamless cross-boundary way of living
August 2026

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
April 2026