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Macau is a former Portuguese colony, and in 1999 it became a special administrative region of China. Its economy relies heavily on tourism, specifically the gambling industry, whose revenue has made Macau the world's largest casino market.
- Narrow streets of Taipa Village, a historical enclave of Portuguese colonial architecture, celebrate the spirit of old Macau
- Area has seen a new generation of cafes, restaurants and cultural spaces open that have infused the old settlement with fresh energy
With the extension, the casino concessions of SJM and MGM China would be synchronised with Sands China, Wynn Macau, Galaxy Entertainment and Melco Resorts.
With the extension, the casino concessions of SJM and MGM China would be synchronised with Sands China, Wynn Macau, Galaxy Entertainment and Melco Resorts.
John Lee says of 4,500 submissions, 3,000 support agreement that would allow fugitive transfers to Taiwan, Macau and mainland China.
John Lee says of 4,500 submissions, 3,000 support agreement that would allow fugitive transfers to Taiwan, Macau and mainland China.
The production will see the worlds of musical theatre, circus and Hollywood come together, helmed by Tony Award-winning Broadway director and choreographer Susan Stroman.
The production will see the worlds of musical theatre, circus and Hollywood come together, helmed by Tony Award-winning Broadway director and choreographer Susan Stroman.
A one-off agreement with Taiwan to avoid dealing with the mainland would undermine the rule of law in Hong Kong.
A one-off agreement with Taiwan to avoid dealing with the mainland would undermine the rule of law in Hong Kong.
Shows of Italian marque’s racing cars and classic models, worth US$180 million, and 70 Russian fine art oil paintings and sculptures among attractions
Shows of Italian marque’s racing cars and classic models, worth US$180 million, and 70 Russian fine art oil paintings and sculptures among attractions
Chamber says international business community has grave concerns over the mainland’s court system.
Chamber says international business community has grave concerns over the mainland’s court system.
Premier promises support for both cities as they seize opportunities under belt and road strategy and Greater Bay Area plan.
Premier promises support for both cities as they seize opportunities under belt and road strategy and Greater Bay Area plan.
Henrique Sá Pessoa, known for two-Michelin-star restaurant Alma, in Lisbon, talks about Macau’s potential as a foodie destination.
Henrique Sá Pessoa, known for two-Michelin-star restaurant Alma, in Lisbon, talks about Macau’s potential as a foodie destination.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam announces measures after attending State Council meeting the development of Greater Bay Area.
Hong Kong Chief Executive Carrie Lam announces measures after attending State Council meeting the development of Greater Bay Area.
Billionaire is dealing with ‘side effects’ from medication he is taking as treatment for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Las Vegas Sands said
Billionaire is dealing with ‘side effects’ from medication he is taking as treatment for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma, Las Vegas Sands said
Beijing has rosy and grandiose plans for the bay area scheme, but recognition across jurisdictions has yet to be hammered out.
Beijing has rosy and grandiose plans for the bay area scheme, but recognition across jurisdictions has yet to be hammered out.
Deepening cooperation and coordinating economic development of the region’s 11 cities will provide a host of opportunities
Deepening cooperation and coordinating economic development of the region’s 11 cities will provide a host of opportunities
Years in the making, scheme embodies President Xi Jinping’s ambition to build innovation and finance powerhouse to rival Silicon Valley and Tokyo Bay Area.
Years in the making, scheme embodies President Xi Jinping’s ambition to build innovation and finance powerhouse to rival Silicon Valley and Tokyo Bay Area.
Proposed high-speed rail link between Zhuhai and Shenzhen has raised concern, but further integration can only be a good thing.
Proposed high-speed rail link between Zhuhai and Shenzhen has raised concern, but further integration can only be a good thing.
Forty of the Macau Canidrome’s 650 greyhounds have been earmarked for adoption in Hong Kong, though only 25 have been claimed.
Forty of the Macau Canidrome’s 650 greyhounds have been earmarked for adoption in Hong Kong, though only 25 have been claimed.
Ina Chan Un Chan and daughter Laurinda Ho say family patriarch has been interacting well with loved ones and not in intensive care.
Ina Chan Un Chan and daughter Laurinda Ho say family patriarch has been interacting well with loved ones and not in intensive care.
A dozen mints globally are selling special, uncirculated coins and notes to celebrate the holiday.
A dozen mints globally are selling special, uncirculated coins and notes to celebrate the holiday.
Suspect drew a knife on officers and resisted arrest, police say.
Suspect drew a knife on officers and resisted arrest, police say.
Chefs at Lai Heen, Golden Flower, Wing Lei Palace and Jade Dragon have created special holiday menus to help you celebrate the Year of the Pig
Chefs at Lai Heen, Golden Flower, Wing Lei Palace and Jade Dragon have created special holiday menus to help you celebrate the Year of the Pig
True success lies in show’s use of all electric vehicles to convey a contemporary message in the age of climate change
True success lies in show’s use of all electric vehicles to convey a contemporary message in the age of climate change
Michael Hotung urges controlling shareholder alliance of STDM to make good on dividend payments dating back to 2007 for shares owned by his late mother, Winnie Ho
Michael Hotung urges controlling shareholder alliance of STDM to make good on dividend payments dating back to 2007 for shares owned by his late mother, Winnie Ho
Governor Ma Xingrui vows to push ahead with ‘Greater Bay Area’ plan, calling it opportunity of historic significance.
Governor Ma Xingrui vows to push ahead with ‘Greater Bay Area’ plan, calling it opportunity of historic significance.
- Inspired by the city’s gaming reforms, officials have ended Air Macau’s hold over airport slots, but it remains unclear whether new airlines can thrive after past failures
- Inspired by the city’s gaming reforms, officials have ended Air Macau’s hold over airport slots, but it remains unclear whether new airlines can thrive after past failures
Shun Tak Holdings has deepened ties with one of Hong Kong’s wealthiest families to strengthen its control of the largest holder of casino licences in Macau, giving managing director Pansy Ho Chiu-king the upper hand in a family tussle for magnate Stanley Ho’s gambling empire.
Shun Tak Holdings has deepened ties with one of Hong Kong’s wealthiest families to strengthen its control of the largest holder of casino licences in Macau, giving managing director Pansy Ho Chiu-king the upper hand in a family tussle for magnate Stanley Ho’s gambling empire.
The suspects smuggled point-of-sales (POS) machines to Macau, using them to disguise the locations of fund withdrawers to help them move 30 billion yuan (US$4.4 billion) of cash out of mainland China.
The suspects smuggled point-of-sales (POS) machines to Macau, using them to disguise the locations of fund withdrawers to help them move 30 billion yuan (US$4.4 billion) of cash out of mainland China.
Consumer sentiment is being weighed down by the slide in Hong Kong property prices and the unresolved US-China trade war.
Consumer sentiment is being weighed down by the slide in Hong Kong property prices and the unresolved US-China trade war.
Best of the city is on offer with any trip to Sing Gor, Tommy’s and Maria’s private kitchens
Best of the city is on offer with any trip to Sing Gor, Tommy’s and Maria’s private kitchens
As the debate goes on as to whether Beijing’s grand plan will be a success, what is being missed is that the trend of the megacity is already happening
While the government should try to reduce inconvenience to locals, the better approach to ease anger would be to ensure residents benefit directly from the rising number of visitors, most of whom are mainland shoppers.
I had an uneven meal at the French super chef’s restaurant in Macau’s Morpheus Hotel, while others who ate at its Chinese restaurant Yi raved about every dish. To give one of them two stars and the other none smacks of injustice.
On his first visit to Macau since sweeping changing were made to his 11-year-old fine-dining Italian restaurant, chef Alfonso Iaccarino is pleased with the new Casa Don Alfonso – and has big plans in store for next year.