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On 25 February, a delegation led by Mr. Antonio López de Ávila, Director of Innovation, Education and Investments at UN Tourism, visited the Macao University of Tourism (UTM). The delegation was warmly received by Rector Dr. Fanny Vong Chuk Kwan, Vice Rector Dr. Connie Loi Kim Ieng, and representatives of relevant academic units. The two sides discussed innovation in tourism education and the cultivation of international talent, and held in-depth exchanges on further extending their co-branded programmes to the Guangdong–Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin.
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Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that total merchandise exports and imports amounted to MOP1.46 billion and MOP13.16 billion respectively in January 2026, up by 29.2% and 24.6% year-on-year. External merchandise trade and merchandise trade deficit totalled MOP14.62 billion and MOP11.71 billion respectively.
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Hosted by the Macao Special Administrative Region Government, the 2026 Macao International Environmental Co-operation Forum & Exhibition (2026MIECF) will be held from 26 to 28 March 2026 at Cotai Expo, The Venetian Macao. In close alignment with Macao’s “1+4” strategy for appropriate economic diversification and the “Macao + Hengqin” regional co-operation positioning, the 2026MIECF will be held under the theme “Low-carbon, Zero Waste Cities: Embarking on a Global Collaboration”. The event will feature a combination of the “Green Forum” and upgraded “Green Showcase”, in addition to expanded in-venue green services. Together, these initiatives will promote low-carbon, zero-waste city development, foster green technology exchange, expand market opportunities, and support Macao’s role as a regional hub for green growth and eco-friendly business.
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Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) launched the Macao Educational Tour Resources Search Platform online today (25 February) and the Educational Tour Course at the Macao Grand Prix Museum under its management. A “Guideline for Macao Educational Tour Services” and a “Guideline for Design of Macao Educational Tour Courses” are released on MGTO’s website as well, as part of the various measures to foster educational tourism development in Macao and deepen tourism’s integration with education and other fields in collaboration with the travel trade.
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After meticulous preparation, the Islands Healthcare Complex – Macao Medical Center of Peking Union Medical College Hospital (hereinafter referred to as the “Macao Union Medical Center”) recently conducted its first treatment for a patient with a brain tumor using CyberKnife (X-ray stereotactic radiosurgery system).
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With the Lantern Festival approaching, the Macau New Neighbourhood (MNN) in Hengqin will host the “Welcoming Prosperity Lantern Festival Celebration” on 1 March (Sunday), from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. at Lotus Square in the New Neighbourhood. The event will feature Chinese New Year‑themed photo spots, game booths, handicraft workshops, and roving performances, along with over a thousand attractive prizes, inviting residents to celebrate the Chinese New Year and welcome the Lantern Festival together. Admission is free, and members of the public are welcome to enjoy and experience the vibrant festive atmosphere at the MNN.
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Mr. Zong Xiaohuan and Ms. Cai Shiyi, students majoring in Vocal Performance at the Bachelor of Arts in Music Programme, Faculty of Arts and Design of Macao Polytechnic University, were awarded champion and third place respectively in the "Classical Vocal Open Group" in the 2026 ASAF Asian Student Arts Festival International Music Competition, bringing honour to MPU and Macao.
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UTM plans to launch the Master of Business Administration (MBA) programme in the new academic year of 2026/2027.
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