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Mortgage loans statistics – July 2026
According to statistics released today (15 September) by the Monetary Authority of Macao, new approvals of residential mortgage loans (RMLs) fell month-on-month whereas those of commercial real estate loans (CRELs) increased in July 2026. With regard to the outstanding balances, both RMLs and CRELs witnessed declines on a monthly basis.
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Foreign exchange reserves and nominal effective exchange rate index for the Macao pataca – August 2026
The Monetary Authority of Macao announced today (15 September) that the preliminary estimate of Macao SAR’s foreign exchange reserves amounted to MOP245.8 billion (USD30.44 billion) at the end of August 2026. The reserves increased by 1.1% from the revised value of MOP243.1 billion (USD30.09 billion) for the previous month. Macao SAR’s foreign exchange reserves at end-August 2026 represented 11 times the currency in circulation or 87.8% of the Macao pataca M2 at end-July 2026.
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Global Legal & Sustainable Timber Forum 2026 to Be Held in Macao on 22–23 September, with Significant Increase in Participation from Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking Countries
The Global Legal & Sustainable Timber Forum 2026 (GLSTF 2026), co-hosted by the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) of the Macao SAR and the International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO), and organised by the Secretariat of the Global Green Supply Chains Initiative (GGSC), will take place at the Galaxy International Convention Center in Macao from 22 to 23 September. With the theme of “Innovation and Transformation – Pursuing Avenues for Resilient and Sustainable Global Timber Industries”, the event is expected to attract key players in the timber and home furnishing sectors from 49 countries and regions worldwide, providing an opportunity for high-level exchange and collaboration.
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The 9th session of “Teahouse: Conversations on the social affairs and cultural sector,” focusing on “Reassuring healthcare journey with professional support,” will be held on 29 September Residents are welcome to register
To implement the “people-centric” governance philosophy of the Macao Special Administrative Region Government and carry out the working guideline of “staying close to the community and listening to the public” in the social affairs and cultural sector, the “Teahouse: Conversations on the social affairs and cultural sector” has been held as a regular community exchange event since January 2026. It aims to establish an interactive exchange platform through regular and direct conversations in the community, thereby allowing departments under the Secretariat for Social Affairs and Culture (hereinafter referred to as SASC) to listen to residents’ opinions on related policies and services directly. By doing so, the SASC can realize the vision of “Blissful Macao” together with the residents by continuously optimizing various tasks and measures.
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CTT Ensures Smooth Transition as Hutchison Exits Macao’s Mobile Market
The Macao SAR Government has received formal notification from Hutchison Telecommunications (Macao) Limited (“Hutchison”) of its decision to voluntarily surrender its 4G mobile telecommunications license and cease all mobile services in Macao effective from 1 December 2026. This is a commercial decision made by the company based on its own operational circumstances. To protect user rights and ensure service continuity, the Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) has required Hutchison to develop a comprehensive transition plan and will closely supervise the entire migration process in accordance with applicable regulations, ensuring a stable and orderly service handover.
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CE chairs leading group meeting to advance development of Cooperation Zone
The Chief Executive, Mr Sam Hou Fai, today presided over the sixth meeting of the leading group for the promotion of the construction of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin. The meeting was held to convey the key messages from a recent special conference on advancing development of the Cooperation Zone, and to lay out plans for implementing the conference’s directives.
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UM students win one gold and two silver medals at SynBio Challenges
Undergraduate students from the Faculty of Medicine (FMD) at the University of Macau (UM) achieved outstanding results at the 5th SynBio Challenges, winning one gold medal and two silver medals. The competition attracted 512 teams and nearly 4,000 participants from nine countries and regions, including China, Brazil, Russia, Japan, and Singapore. The FMD students received high praise from the judging panel for their innovative research, demonstrating their potential for scientific innovation and comprehensive capabilities.
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Macao Ranks 6th Globally in Services Trade Development Index, Gaining High Recognition for Its Trade in Services Advantages
The Global Services Trade Development Index Report 2026 was released during an academic exchange meeting jointly organised by the Chinese Academy of International Trade and Economic Cooperation under the Ministry of Commerce and the World Bank Office in China. The Macao SAR ranked 6th globally and 2nd in Asia according to the Report, fully affirming Macao’s competitiveness and international influence in the field of trade in services. Larry Leong, Director of the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) of the Macao SAR, traveled to Beijing recently to attend the 2026 China International Fair for Trade in Services (CIFTIS) and specifically promote the unique advantages and characteristics of Macao's trade in services.
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