Macao acts as bridge for Portuguese exchanges
2 years, 4 months ago

Macao acts as bridge for Portuguese exchanges

China Daily  

As a bridge linking China and Portuguese-speaking countries, or PSCs, the Macao Special Administrative Region has remained committed to promoting cultural exchanges between the two sides. Leong Wai Man, head of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao SAR government, says the festival is aimed at further playing Macao's role of a bridge linking China and PSCs and building the city into a place where the Chinese culture dominates and multiple cultures coexist. Scores of college students from China and eight PSCs, including Portugal, Brazil and Angola, took part in the plan and attended a contest of short videos telling their stories with the city from the perspectives of cultural exchanges and integration, "one country, two systems" practices, as well as Macao's role as a platform linking China and PSCs. Liu Xianfa, commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People's Republic of China in the Macao SAR, says Macao plays an irreplaceable role in promoting cultural exchanges and cooperation between China and PSCs, calling on young people from these countries to learn from each other and make joint contributions to the common development and prosperity of China and PSCs.

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Macao also a financial hub in GBA
2 weeks, 5 days ago

Macao also a financial hub in GBA

China Daily  

An aerial drone photo taken on July 5, 2024 shows a view of Macao Tower, and Hengqing in Zhuhai city in South China's Guangdong province. Macao is not only a good example of the success of "one country, two systems" but also a key city in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, an important hub of the Belt and Road …

Reception held in Macao to welcome Chinese New Year
2 months, 1 week ago

Reception held in Macao to welcome Chinese New Year

China Daily  

Xinhua | Updated: 2025-01-17 13:14 MACAO -- A reception was held in the Macao Special Administrative Region on Thursday to celebrate the upcoming Chinese New Year which falls on Jan 29. Emphasizing the central government's support to Macao, Zheng urged the SAR to seize opportunities in the new year by embracing reforms and to better leverage the advantages of the …

Brazilian Sinologist applauds Macao's role in promoting Chinese culture
3 months, 1 week ago

Brazilian Sinologist applauds Macao's role in promoting Chinese culture

China Daily  

MACAO — Brazilian Sinologist Giorgio Sinedino has developed an interest in China since childhood when he read The Adventures of Tintin and was impressed by the cultural elements such as traditional Chinese attire and delicate ceramics introduced in the famous comic series. Following Tintin's footsteps, Sinedino crossed oceans to pursue studies in China and has been living in the country …

Xi commends Macao's achievements
3 months, 1 week ago

Xi commends Macao's achievements

China Daily  

President Xi Jinping delivers a speech at a welcoming banquet at the Macao East Asian Games Dome on Thursday evening, the eve of the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland. "I hope that President Xi's visit to Macao and the inauguration of the sixth-term government of the Macao SAR will mark an exciting new phase in the history …

Forum brings nations closer to mainland
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3 months, 1 week ago

Forum brings nations closer to mainland

China Daily  

A pavilion showcases specialty foods, products and services from Macao and Portuguese-speaking countries during the 7th China International Import Expo in Shanghai on Nov 7. "The function as a commercial and trade cooperation service platform between China and Portuguese-speaking countries provides Macao with vast opportunities for diversified industrial development," said Sio. Hub for cultural exchanges Meanwhile, Macao's unique status as …

Three things helping Macao go fast-forward
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3 months, 1 week ago

Three things helping Macao go fast-forward

China Daily  

The Macao Special Administrative Region is in a fast-forward development mode thanks to the "one country, two systems" policy, a framework that allows the region to be part of the whole and, at the same time, to keep its differences and transform them into advantages. There are three aspects contributing to this key driver: First, a number of singular characteristics …

Forum brings nations closer to mainland
Trending News
3 months, 1 week ago

Forum brings nations closer to mainland

China Daily  

A pavilion showcases specialty foods, products and services from Macao and Portuguese-speaking countries during the 7th China International Import Expo in Shanghai on Nov 7. "The function as a commercial and trade cooperation service platform between China and Portuguese-speaking countries provides Macao with vast opportunities for diversified industrial development," said Sio. Hub for cultural exchanges Meanwhile, Macao's unique status as …

Full text: Chinese President Xi Jinping's speech at welcoming dinner hosted by Macao SAR government on eve of 25th anniversary of Macao's return to motherland
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3 months, 1 week ago

Full text: Chinese President Xi Jinping's speech at welcoming dinner hosted by Macao SAR government on eve of 25th anniversary of Macao's return to motherland

China Daily  

MACAO -- Chinese President Xi Jinping on Thursday delivered a speech at a welcoming dinner hosted by the government of the Macao Special Administrative Region on the eve of the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland. Speech at the Welcoming Dinner Hosted by the Government of The Macao Special Administrative Region December 19, 2024 Xi Jinping Chief Executive …

Three things helping Macao go fast-forward
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3 months, 1 week ago

Three things helping Macao go fast-forward

China Daily  

People walk past a celebration installation at the Senado Square in Macao, Dec 18, 2024. There are three aspects contributing to this key driver: First, a number of singular characteristics of the SAR such as its international legal personality, the low taxation regime, separate customs territory, the number and quality of its universities, the blended culture and the easy access …

Three things helping Macao go fast-forward
3 months, 1 week ago

Three things helping Macao go fast-forward

China Daily  

People walk past a celebration installation at the Senado Square in Macao, Dec 18, 2024. There are three aspects contributing to this key driver: First, a number of singular characteristics of the SAR such as its international legal personality, the low taxation regime, separate customs territory, the number and quality of its universities, the blended culture and the easy access …

Macao’s casino boom brings wealth but at a cost, 25 years since China’s takeover
3 months, 1 week ago

Macao’s casino boom brings wealth but at a cost, 25 years since China’s takeover

Associated Press  

MACAO — When Portugal returned its colony Macao to China in 1999, coffee shop owner Daniel Chao was a first grader living in a different world. “Leaving must come at a heavy price,” he said, adding that “it seems Macao isn’t exactly unlivable yet.” The ruling Communist Party’s agenda for Macao now holds sway, with city leaders often referring to …

Macao's casino boom brings wealth but at a cost, 25 years since China's takeover
3 months, 1 week ago

Macao's casino boom brings wealth but at a cost, 25 years since China's takeover

The Independent  

For free real time breaking news alerts sent straight to your inbox sign up to our breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails Sign up to our free breaking news emails SIGN UP I would like to be emailed about offers, events and updates from The Independent. “Leaving must come at a heavy price,” he said, …

Mainland, Macao tap cooperation potential in new sectors
3 months, 1 week ago

Mainland, Macao tap cooperation potential in new sectors

China Daily  

Passengers from Macao pose for photos aboard the first train of the Macao Light Rapid Transit system's Hengqin Line on Dec 2. In the past, Macao's enterprises in the service sector faced various barriers, such as high market access thresholds and restrictions on business operation duration, when trying to enter the mainland market, said Liang Haiming, chairman of the Hong …

Snapshots reveal city's diverse true spirit
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3 months, 1 week ago

Snapshots reveal city's diverse true spirit

China Daily  

When people think of Macao, they often envision it as a "casino hub" — characterized by uniquely glamorous luxury hotel buildings equipped with casinos — because gambling industry serves as its pillar sector. Not far from this Portuguese lady's stall, a young local from Macao gave a counterpart answer, showing us a colorful photo he took of Portugal-style Macao buildings, …

Snapshots reveal city's diverse true spirit
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3 months, 1 week ago

Snapshots reveal city's diverse true spirit

China Daily  

By Zhang Yi | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-19 07:56 When people think of Macao, they often envision it as a "casino hub" — characterized by uniquely glamorous luxury hotel buildings equipped with casinos — because gambling industry serves as its pillar sector. Not far from this Portuguese lady's stall, a young local from Macao gave a counterpart answer, showing …

Snapshots reveal city's diverse true spirit
3 months, 1 week ago

Snapshots reveal city's diverse true spirit

China Daily  

When people think of Macao, they often envision it as a "casino hub" — characterized by uniquely glamorous luxury hotel buildings equipped with casinos — because gambling industry serves as its pillar sector. Not far from this Portuguese lady's stall, a young local from Macao gave a counterpart answer, showing us a colorful photo he took of Portugal-style Macao buildings, …

Mainland, Macao tap cooperation potential in new sectors
3 months, 1 week ago

Mainland, Macao tap cooperation potential in new sectors

China Daily  

Passengers from Macao pose for photos aboard the first train of the Macao Light Rapid Transit system's Hengqin Line on Dec 2. In the past, Macao's enterprises in the service sector faced various barriers, such as high market access thresholds and restrictions on business operation duration, when trying to enter the mainland market, said Liang Haiming, chairman of the Hong …

New drama displays romantic charm of Macao
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3 months, 1 week ago

New drama displays romantic charm of Macao

China Daily  

chinadaily.com.cn | Updated: 2024-12-18 15:44 Hong Kong actor Sun Yang portrays the son of the owner of a canteen in Macao in Begin Again. To mark the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland, the new drama series Begin Again premiered on Mango TV on Wednesday. This urban drama unfolds three romantic encounters in Macao, highlighting the meeting between …

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily  

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily  

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily  

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily  

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle
Top News
3 months, 1 week ago

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily  

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Xi arrives in Macao for anniversary celebrations, inspection tour
3 months, 1 week ago

Xi arrives in Macao for anniversary celebrations, inspection tour

China Daily  

MACAO -- President Xi Jinping arrived in Macao on Wednesday afternoon on a special plane. Xi, also general secretary of the Communist Party of China Central Committee and chairman of the Central Military Commission, will attend a gathering celebrating the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland and the inauguration ceremony of the sixth-term government of the Macao Special …

Envisaging continued prosperity
3 months, 1 week ago

Envisaging continued prosperity

China Daily  

Wu Zhiliang, President of the Board of Directors of the Macao Foundation. Wu Zhiliang: Over the past 25 years, there has been significant progress in Macao's development. The improved economic prospects have also made the Macao SAR government more capable of improving people's livelihoods and, as a result, improving their quality of life. Ji Xianzheng: Over the past 25 years, …

Envisaging continued prosperity
3 months, 1 week ago

Envisaging continued prosperity

China Daily  

Zhu Haisheng, Secretary-general of the Macau Economic and Livelihood Alliance. Duarte Alves: Macao's unique blend of Chinese and Portuguese cultures is a powerful asset for enhancing communication with the international community and telling China's stories in a relatable and compelling way. This dual legal system allows for a unique blend of Chinese and Western legal traditions, ensuring that Macao's legal …

Envisaging continued prosperity
3 months, 1 week ago

Envisaging continued prosperity

China Daily  

Zhu Haisheng, Secretary-general of the Macau Economic and Livelihood Alliance. Duarte Alves: Macao's unique blend of Chinese and Portuguese cultures is a powerful asset for enhancing communication with the international community and telling China's stories in a relatable and compelling way. This dual legal system allows for a unique blend of Chinese and Western legal traditions, ensuring that Macao's legal …

The ties that bind
3 months, 1 week ago

The ties that bind

China Daily  

Young people reflect on the connection between Macao and the Chinese mainland and the changes that have transpired over a quarter century. "Mainland brands are opening stores in Macao, and young people there are also enjoying mainland TV dramas," said Iao, a translation major at Xi'an Jiaotong-Liverpool University in Jiangsu province. "Many people from Macao now work on the mainland, …

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle
3 months, 1 week ago

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily  

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle
3 months, 1 week ago

Decoding a 25-year economic, social miracle

China Daily  

An aerial view of the Macao SAR showing the modern skyline in July. The Macao Special Administrative Region, spanning a land area of 33.3 square kilometers, slightly smaller than Beijing Capital International Airport, proudly sits near the top global rankings for per capita gross domestic product, life expectancy of its residents, and the extent of its social welfare system. These …

Macao SAR at 25: Balancing challenges and opportunities
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao SAR at 25: Balancing challenges and opportunities

China Daily  

The Macao Special Administrative Region celebrates its silver jubilee this year - a milestone marking a quarter-century of transformation. With a new chief executive and a revamped team of accountability officials due to take office on Dec 20, the Macao SAR is at a crossroads - facing challenges and opportunities as it continues to uphold the principle of "one country, …

A 'varsity of the future' for Macao
3 months, 2 weeks ago

A 'varsity of the future' for Macao

China Daily  

Views of the campus of City University of Macau on Taipa Island, the Macao Special Administrative Region. The rector believes that even brief exchanges, apart from students taking the traditional four-year degrees, will enable them to take their experiences in Macao back to their homelands, generating further interest in Macao among students. With the nation's unwavering support, Macao is vigorously …

Macao bridges China, Portuguese-speaking countries
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao bridges China, Portuguese-speaking countries

China Daily  

The flags of China and its Macao Special Administrative Region flutter above a bustling street in the city on Saturday, ahead of the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland, which falls on Dec 20. HUANG TAIMING/FOR CHINA DAILY Ahead of the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland, which falls on Friday, national and regional flags fluttered …

Macao SAR at 25: Balancing challenges and opportunities
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao SAR at 25: Balancing challenges and opportunities

China Daily  

The Macao Special Administrative Region celebrates its silver jubilee this year - a milestone marking a quarter-century of transformation. With a new chief executive and a revamped team of accountability officials due to take office on Dec 20, the Macao SAR is at a crossroads - facing challenges and opportunities as it continues to uphold the principle of "one country, …

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms

China Daily  

Tourists visit the Na Tcha Temple in Macao, Oct 9, 2016. As a historical city where Chinese and Western cultures meet, Macao displays a unique charm that belongs to a culture typical of southern China, yet with a distinctive European touch. Since the mid-16th century, Macao has served as a vital bridge that has facilitated the exchange of knowledge between …

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms

China Daily  

People enjoy an open-air concert at Macao Cultural Center Square in Macao, Nov 16, 2024. CITY OF PERFORMING ARTS Years ago, Macao's cultural landscape was vastly different. Wu Zhiliang, president of the Board of Directors of the Macao Foundation and a resident of the city for nearly 40 years, recalled a time when even free performances failed to draw local …

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms

China Daily  

A student walks on the campus of the University of Macao in Macao, Nov 21, 2019. "I initially thought Macao would be like the Chinese mainland, where everyone speaks Putonghua," Almeida said. Currently studying supramolecular chemistry and traditional Chinese medicine at UM, she described learning TCM as "a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity." Founded in 2000, MUST has rapidly developed into the largest …

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms

China Daily  

Tourists visit the historic center of Macao in Macao, Dec 12, 2024. MACAO -- Fang Fan, a resident of Guangzhou, had a clear goal for her recent trip to Macao: to enjoy a front-row seat at a performance by US musical icon Herbie Hancock. For showgoers like Fang, Macao -- just a two-hour drive south of Guangzhou -- has emerged …

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao: magnetic Chinese hub with multiple charms

China Daily  

Tourists visit the historic center of Macao in Macao, Dec 12, 2024. MACAO -- Fang Fan, a resident of Guangzhou, had a clear goal for her recent trip to Macao: to enjoy a front-row seat at a performance by US musical icon Herbie Hancock. For showgoers like Fang, Macao -- just a two-hour drive south of Guangzhou -- has emerged …

Macao bridges China, Portuguese-speaking countries
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Macao bridges China, Portuguese-speaking countries

China Daily  

The flags of China and its Macao Special Administrative Region flutter above a bustling street in the city on Saturday, ahead of the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland, which falls on Dec 20. HUANG TAIMING/FOR CHINA DAILY Ahead of the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland, which falls on Friday, national and regional flags fluttered …

Scholar: Nation's support enhances Macao's platform role
3 months, 2 weeks ago

Scholar: Nation's support enhances Macao's platform role

China Daily  

Editor's note: This year commemorates the 25th anniversary of Macao's return to the motherland. Francisco Leandro, associate professor of the Faculty of Social Science at the University of Macau, says the nation's support has enabled the Macao SAR to serve as a hub for trade, investment and cultural interactions between China and Portuguese-speaking communities. The 25th anniversary of Macao's return …

Macao bolsters role as bridge, trade hub
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Macao bolsters role as bridge, trade hub

China Daily  

Tourists visit the Ruins of St. Paul's in South China's Macao, Nov 26, 2024. At an exhibition center in Macao specializing in products from Portuguese-speaking countries, around 3,000 items, primarily food products with vibrant and exotic packaging from nine such countries, are elegantly displayed, awaiting Chinese buyers. Jose Chan Rodrigues, a host and livestreaming blogger from Macao, whose grandfather is …

Concerts, sports drive Macao's popularity, prosperity
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Concerts, sports drive Macao's popularity, prosperity

China Daily  

Editor's note: As the Macao Special Administrative Region prepares to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its return to the motherland, China Daily is releasing a series of reports highlighting the SAR's development across diverse fields. Big concerts hosted by the city's integrated resorts attracted 1 million members of audience and saw a box-office revenue of 1.1 billion Macao patacas, according …

Concerts, sports drive Macao's popularity, prosperity
3 months, 3 weeks ago

Concerts, sports drive Macao's popularity, prosperity

China Daily  

Editor's note: As the Macao Special Administrative Region prepares to celebrate the 25th anniversary of its return to the motherland, China Daily is releasing a series of reports highlighting the SAR's development across diverse fields. Big concerts hosted by the city's integrated resorts attracted 1 million members of audience and saw a box-office revenue of 1.1 billion Macao patacas, according …

Macao govt urged to propel Chinese modernization
6 months, 4 weeks ago

Macao govt urged to propel Chinese modernization

China Daily  

Tourists check out the Macao Special Administrative Region's famous tourist spot, the Ruins of Saint Paul's, in May. ZHANG JINJIA/XINHUA Senior officials and social leaders in Macao have highlighted the city's gateway role in the nation's ongoing reform, urging the government to follow the guidance of the nation's new economic policies and reforms. The two central government officials encouraged Macao …

Macao bridges China, Portuguese-speaking nations
9 months, 3 weeks ago

Macao bridges China, Portuguese-speaking nations

China Daily  

This aerial photo taken on Dec 15 shows the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge in South China. When the central government assigned the Macao Special Administrative Region to play the role of a Sino-Lusophone platform following the establishment of the Forum for Economic and Trade Cooperation between China and the Portuguese-Speaking Countries in 2003, it added a whole new dimension to the …

What it’s really like to live in Macao
55 years, 2 months ago

What it’s really like to live in Macao

CNN  

CNN — “I only go to casinos once a year, on Chinese New Year,” says Vivian Lai, a second-generation Macao resident who is training as a nurse. “When I go to Europe, when I say I come from Macao, actually they don’t know where it is, so I have to say it’s a small city next to Hong Kong.” Marina …

1st Macao int'l comedy festival begins amidst joy
1 year ago

1st Macao int'l comedy festival begins amidst joy

China Daily  

The first Macao International Comedy Festival begins on Mar 11,2024. The first Macao International Comedy Festival began here on Monday with various comedy films and theater plays from multiple cultures ready for the audience. Director of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao Special Administrative Region government Leong Wai Man said at the opening ceremony that Macao is a modern …

1st Macao int'l comedy festival begins amidst joy
1 year ago

1st Macao int'l comedy festival begins amidst joy

China Daily  

The first Macao International Comedy Festival begins on Mar 11,2024. The first Macao International Comedy Festival began here on Monday with various comedy films and theater plays from multiple cultures ready for the audience. Director of the Cultural Affairs Bureau of the Macao Special Administrative Region government Leong Wai Man said at the opening ceremony that Macao is a modern …

Festive events highlight New Year celebrations in Macao
1 year, 2 months ago

Festive events highlight New Year celebrations in Macao

China Daily  

Visitors soak up the New Year atmosphere at the Senado Square. ZHANG JINJIA/XINHUA The office says visitor arrivals in Macao kept rising in 2023 after customs clearance fully recovered, which proved Macao's attractiveness as a world tourism and leisure destination. The tourism office also joins hands with major local enterprises to present romantic and colorful, interactive light installations, illuminating the …

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