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The First Phase of the “First-Store Economy Scheme” Received Over 40 Applications From Brands Incorporating New Business Formats such as Technology
Scheme for Supporting the Development of Macao First-Store Economy
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MGTO keeps optimizing Quality Tourism Services Accreditation Scheme and calls for 2026’s applications from catering businesses and travel agencies from tomorrow (11 March)
The Quality Tourism Services Accreditation Scheme (“QTSAS” or “the Scheme”) of 2026 is open for applications from travel agencies and the food and beverage sector from 11 to 31 March. Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) held a presentation seminar today (10 March) to elaborate the call for applications, assessment, award conferment and means of participation this year, with an introduction to the optimized program and new awards. Businesses are encouraged to optimize tourism services through continuous participation and bring out the unique appeal and warm hospitality of Macao in concerted effort.
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IAM and ISAF hold joint exchange meeting with veterinary surgeons and pharmaceutical sector
The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) recently collaborated with the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau (ISAF) to hold an exchange meeting with the representatives from Associação de Comerciantes de Medicamentos de Macau, Macao Medical & Pharmaceutical Suppliers Association and the veterinary surgeons sector to discuss the use of veterinary medicines in Macao, with the aim of fostering sectoral synergy and cooperation and facilitating the diverse and stable supply of veterinary medicines in Macao.
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Number bib collection for the 2026 Sands China Macao International 10K to start tomorrow
Organized by the Sports Bureau, Sands China Ltd. and the General Association of Athletics of Macau (AGAM), the 2026 Sands China Macao International 10K will be held on 15 March (Sunday). The 10K race will start at 7 a.m. and the Fun Run will begin at 7:40 a.m. at the Sai Van Lake Square. Both races will finish inside the Olympic Sports Centre Stadium.
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IPIM Organised Macao MICE Industry Representatives to Attend the 2026 UFI Asia-Pacific Conference Introducing the Upcoming “Macao Global MICE Partners Alliance Programme”
To enhance exchanges and collaboration between Macao’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry and its global counterparts, as well as to attract more MICE events to Macao and Hengqin, Macao Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (hereinafter referred to as “IPIM”) organised a delegation of local MICE industry representatives to attend the “2026 UFI Asia-Pacific Conference” in Bangkok, Thailand from 5 to 6 March. During the conference, the delegation showcased Macao’s MICE strengths and introduced the upcoming “Macao Global MICE Partners Alliance Programme”. Additionally, they visited a prominent local supply chain company to go on with investment promotion efforts.
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Final Inspection Completed for Hengqin’s Macau New Neighbourhood Secondary School Full Coverage of Basic Education Achieved
橫琴「澳門新街坊」中學完成竣工驗收 | Final Inspection Completed for MNN Secondary School
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Social Security Fund and Community Association Organise Street Booth Activities to Promote Awareness of the Two-Tier Social Security System
To further strengthen community cohesion, maximise the impact of collaborative efforts, bring social security services closer to residents, and enhance public understanding of social security information, the Social Security Fund, together with the Macao Women’s General Association, jointly organised a community outreach campaign on 7 and 8 March. The campaign attracted about 2,000 participants across various locations.
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【Culture + Creativity】MGTO spotlights Macao community culture in London to boost international visitations
In collaboration with an artist and art group from Macao, Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) organized a destination presentation session that brought together cultural creativity and vitality of communities from Macao days ago (6 March) in London, the United Kingdom. Together with Macao’s travel trade delegates, the Office offered travel trade partners and media there a renewed picture of destination appeal highlighted by new attractions and multi-destination travel products, to tap into the vast potential of the European visitor market.
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Social Security Fund Urges Beneficiaries Who Have Not Completed Proof of Life to Do So Promptly
Beneficiaries of the Social Security Fund’s old-age and disability pensions are required to complete the annual proof of life procedure. For 2026, this requirement covers approximately 177,000 individuals, of whom about 14,000 have not yet completed the process. The Social Security Fund reminds beneficiaries that the procedure can be completed conveniently through electronic channels such as the “Macao One Account” platform. Beneficiaries who fail to complete the Proof of Life procedure by the end of March will have their payments suspended as of April.
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