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Data collection for the 2026 Population By-Census is well underway, with online submission ending on 10 August. The Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) expresses gratitude to the sampled households who have completed the survey, and appeals to those who are yet to respond to submit the questionnaires by 15 August. Households who complete the survey will automatically be entered into the “Cooperating Households Lucky Draw”.
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The Chief Executive, Mr Sam Hou Fai, today published a signed article in Chinese titled “New Blueprint, New Journey, New Opportunities – Striving for High-Quality Development during Macao’s Third Five-Year Plan” in China Newsweek. The following is the translation of the full text of the article.
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To broaden students’ global perspectives and strengthen ties between the University of Macau (UM) and top universities abroad, Henry Fok Pearl Jubilee College (HFPJC) at UM organised a one-week exchange trip to Durham University in the UK. During the trip, UM students not only explored the history and cultural heritage of the UK, but also forged friendships with local students.
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The 2026 Guangdong & Macao Branded Products Fair (2026GMBPF), jointly organised by the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute of the Macao SAR and the Department of Commerce of Guangdong Province, concluded successfully today (9 August). Over the four-day Fair, more than 90,000 visits were recorded, including approximately 1,600 trade visitors. Over 460 business matching sessions were conducted, and 49 co-operation agreements were signed, around 90% of which were related to the “1+4” industries. Nearly 30 enterprises from Singapore, Indonesia, Thailand and the Chinese mainland signed project intention forms for investing in Macao or expanding into Portuguese and Spanish speaking countries. Through a series of professional business matching sessions, forums and promotion activities, the Fair successfully brought together consumer spending and industry co-operation opportunities, facilitating the signing of co-operation projects while also laying the groundwork for subsequent investment implementation and industry chain integration.
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The Ministry of Finance of the People’s Republic of China and the Macao Special Administrative (MSAR) Government jointly announced today (10 August) that the Central Government will issue sovereign bonds totalling RMB 6 billion to professional investors in Macao on 20 August 2026.
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The Ministry of Finance of the People’s Republic of China and the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) Government jointly announced today (10 August) the issuance of RMB-denominated sovereign bonds totalling RMB 6 billion in Macao by the Central Government on 20 August 2026. As the year 2026 marks the commencement of the National 15^th Five-Year Plan, the continued issuance of RMB-denominated sovereign bonds in Macao for the fifth consecutive year demonstrates the Central Government’s strong support for the MSAR Government in enhancing the competitiveness of Macao’s featured financial sector, thereby advancing the appropriate diversification of Macao’s economy. The issuance provides a more diversified term structure, which is conducive to further optimising a regular issuance mechanism, providing investors with a secure and stable RMB-denominated investment instruments. It also serves as an active role in enhancing Macao’s bond market ecosystem, as well as expediting the connection with the Chinese and international markets.
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Affected by Tropical Cyclone “Dolphin”, multiple flights at Macau International Airport have been cancelled. The latest figures are as follows:
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Showcasing over 10,000 culinary delights and smart health and wellness products from Guangdong, Macao, and Belt and Road countries and regions, the 2026 Guangdong & Macao Branded Products Fair (2026GMBPF) enters its last two days today and tomorrow. Spread across six exhibition zones, the fair features 459 exhibitors and offers a variety of shopping deals, interactive experiences, cultural performances, and a lucky draw with prizes worth over MOP 2 million. The organisers have also provided comprehensive, age-friendly facilities, along with a free shuttle bus service, offering visitors of all ages a one-stop experience where they can shop, relax and explore.
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