AGP Executive Report

Tourism: Macao will host the Bocuse d’Or Asia-Pacific selection on November 1–2, bringing eight chefs to compete for places in the 2027 final. Tourism leaders at the Global Tourism Economy Forum also called for stronger collaboration and community involvement. Hospitality: City of Dreams has opened REM, a luxury hotel focused on privacy and immersive stays. Jobs and Business: A November job fair will offer more than 1,600 vacancies from over 55 local and Hengqin employers. Macao’s new logistics association brings together eight industry groups to support the sector and economic diversification. Public Safety: IAM warned residents not to eat two fermented bean curd products after tests found excessive Bacillus cereus. Regional Links: A newly launched remote-sensing satellite will provide services to the Greater Bay Area, including Macao. Elections: Organisers received 1,155 nomination forms for the 2026 Election Committee subsector elections by the deadline.

Tourism and Business: Macao’s 31st MIF, PLPEX and MFE open today, promoting trade with Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking markets. A new luxury hotel, REM, has also opened at City of Dreams, as the city seeks to broaden its visitor appeal. Jobs and Industry: A November 6–7 job fair will offer more than 1,600 vacancies from over 55 local and Hengqin employers. A new logistics association, uniting eight industry groups, aims to strengthen the sector and support economic diversification. Public Health: IAM has warned residents not to consume two fermented bean curd products after tests found excessive Bacillus cereus. Sports: Wang Wei-hsuan won the SJM Macao Open in a playoff, while Serbia’s Ub claimed its third FIBA 3x3 World Tour title of 2026. The 73rd Macau Grand Prix is set for November 19–22. Regional Development: A new central-government guideline seeks to expand financing for science and technology hubs, including the Greater Bay Area, and deepen financial links among Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao.

GBA Finance: A new Chinese guideline aims to strengthen financing for innovation hubs, including the Greater Bay Area, with plans for closer financial links and regulatory coordination among Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao. Macao Sports: Wang Wei-hsuan beat Sungjae Im in a playoff to win the SJM Macao Open; Serbia’s Team Ub claimed the FIBA 3x3 World Tour title at the Ruins of St. Paul’s. Grand Prix: The 73rd Macau Grand Prix is set for Nov. 19–22, with seven race categories and local drivers among the entrants. Tourism: Macao’s Global Tourism Economy Forum brought international industry leaders together to discuss innovation and more resilient, sustainable growth. Legal Sector: Macao lawyer Calvin Tinlop Chui became the first local legal professional named to Asian Legal Business’ “Asia 40 Under 40” list.

Greater Bay Area Finance: China’s central bank plans new measures to support technology innovation, including in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, and improve links between bond markets. Macao Sports: Serbia’s Ub beat Shanghai 21-15 to win the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau title, while Wang Wei-hsuan claimed the SJM Macao Open golf crown in a play-off after an eagle on the final hole. Grand Prix: The 73rd Macau Grand Prix runs November 19-22, with seven race categories and local drivers among the entries. Tourism: At the Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macao, South Korea outlined plans for five tourism hubs around regional airports, while AirAsia chief Tony Fernandes warned that rising fuel costs could put further pressure on airlines. China-Brazil ties: Young Brazilian diplomats visited Macao, exploring its role as a bridge between China and Portuguese-speaking countries.

Macao Golf: Wang Wei-hsuan won the SJM Macao Open in a playoff, chipping in for eagle on the 18th to force extra holes before securing his first Asian Tour title. 3x3 Basketball: Serbia’s Ub beat Shanghai 21-15 to claim the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau title—its third win in the city—with Marko Brankovic named MVP. Tourism: The Global Tourism Economy Forum in Macao put resilient growth and sustainable tourism in focus. AirAsia chief Tony Fernandes warned that expiring fuel hedges will sharply raise airline costs, while South Korea outlined plans for regional tourism hubs at the forum. Macao’s Regional Role: A visiting delegation of young Brazilian diplomats explored Macao’s links between China and Portuguese-speaking countries, including at the Hengqin cooperation zone. A Guizhou tourism promotion event also led to cooperation agreements with Macao’s travel industry and Air Macau. GBA Innovation: China issued new measures to strengthen financial support for international science and technology centres, including the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. The plans include easier cross-border funding for technology firms and research centres.

3x3 Basketball: Serbia’s Ub beat Shanghai 21-15 to win the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau stop at the Ruins of St Paul’s. It was the team’s third Macau title and third tour victory this season; Marko Brankovic was named MVP. Tourism: The 12th Global Tourism Economy Forum brought about 1,300 participants from more than 20 countries and regions to Macao to discuss resilience and sustainable growth. Golf: Taiwan’s Wang Wei-Hsuan won the SJM Macao Open in a playoff, with South Korea’s Im Sung-jae finishing runner-up at the US$1 million event. Business: Macao’s MIF, PLPEX and MFE fairs are set to open on Oct. 21, followed by a Greater Bay Area business conference on Oct. 22–23.

3x3 Basketball: Ub beat Shanghai 21-15 to win the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macao stop, claiming its third title in the city and third tour win of 2026. Marko Brankovic was named MVP. The event was held at the Ruins of St Paul’s for the first time. Macao Open: Taiwan’s Wang Wei-Hsuan won the golf title in a playoff after tying with Im Sung-jae; Sean Ramos and Justin Quiban finished joint 15th. Tourism: The 12th Global Tourism Economy Forum brought about 1,300 delegates from more than 20 countries and regions to Macao to discuss building a more resilient, sustainable tourism economy. Cross-border travel: Macao’s ferry terminals handled 7.36 million passengers in 2025 as more travellers chose the cheaper, round-the-clock Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, though ferries remain quicker for some trips into central Hong Kong. Visitor access: Citizens of Brunei and Kazakhstan can enter Macao visa-free for up to 14 days.

Tourism & Economy: The 12th Global Tourism Economy Forum opened in Macao with around 1,300 participants from more than 20 countries and regions. Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai urged the industry to pursue sustainable growth, innovation and closer links with other sectors as Macao diversifies its tourism offer. Sport: The FIBA 3x3 World Tour is underway at the Ruins of St. Paul’s. Eight teams reached the quarter-finals, including home side Cotai WOLFUNITED; Miami and Serbia’s Ub both won their pools. Business: A new Macao factory has begun producing Bee playing cards for regional and international markets, bringing a long-imported brand into local manufacturing. Travel & Events: Brunei and Kazakhstan passport holders can visit visa-free for up to 14 days. The Lusofonia Festival runs Oct. 23–25, while the Greater Bay Area business conference is set for Oct. 22–23. The 73rd Macau Grand Prix follows on Nov. 19–22.

Tourism: Macao’s Global Tourism Economy Forum called for resilient, sustainable growth. Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai said visitor numbers topped 40 million last year and the city is broadening tourism links with other industries. Sport: Miami and Ub opened the FIBA 3x3 World Tour Macau with unbeaten records; quarter-finals are set for Sunday at the Ruins of St Paul’s. The Macau Open golf title will also be decided Sunday. Visitor access: Brunei and Kazakhstan passport holders can enter Macao visa-free for up to 14 days, while Hong Kong permanent identity card holders may stay for up to a year. What’s next: The 73rd Macau Grand Prix runs November 19–22, and the Lusofonia Festival brings music, food and cultural events to Taipa from October 23–25. Community: Macao has launched a two-week “City-wide Courtesy” programme, with 43 sessions promoting civic education and inclusion.

Tourism: Macao’s Global Tourism Economy Forum opened with Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai calling for international cooperation, innovation and sustainable growth. He said the city welcomed more than 40 million visitors last year and met UN Tourism’s secretary-general to discuss deeper cooperation. Business: Macao hosts a Greater Bay Area business conference on Oct. 22–23, alongside trade fairs opening Oct. 21, to promote investment and cross-border partnerships. Culture & events: The Lusofonia Festival runs Oct. 23–25, celebrating Macao’s Chinese-Portuguese heritage, while the FIBA 3x3 World Tour brings basketball to the Ruins of St. Paul’s this weekend. The 73rd Macau Grand Prix is set for Nov. 19–22. Local industry: A new Macao factory will produce Bee playing cards for regional and international markets, bringing a long-imported brand into local manufacturing. Governance: Sam praised the judiciary’s handling of Macao’s first national security case and urged continued judicial reform.

Tourism: Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai met UN Tourism Secretary-General Shaikha Al Nuwais in Macao to discuss closer cooperation as the city hosts the Global Tourism Economy Forum. Spanish travel agencies named Macao their 2027 “Preferred Destination”; European visitor arrivals rose more than 30% in the first eight months of this year. Regional Business: Macao hosts the Greater Bay Area business conference on Oct. 22–23, with more than 1,000 participants expected. The MIF, Portuguese-speaking countries’ products fair and Macao Franchise Expo open Oct. 21, bringing around 1,000 exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions. Sport & Culture: The FIBA 3x3 World Tour returns to the Ruins of St. Paul’s on Oct. 17–18. A new exhibition at Poly MGM Museum explores more than 3,000 years of Chinese glassmaking through nearly 180 works, and runs until March 31. Governance: Sam praised the judiciary’s handling of Macao’s first national security case and called for continued reform, including digital case processing and AI in case management.

Justice: Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai said the rule of law is vital to Macao’s development plans, urging judicial bodies to serve the country’s fundamental interests and the SAR’s overall interests as the new judicial year opened. Trade: Three fairs running Oct. 21–24 will bring about 1,000 exhibitors from more than 30 countries and regions to Macao, alongside a Greater Bay Area business conference expected to draw more than 1,000 participants on Oct. 22–23. Elections: Nomination forms for the 2026 Election Committee subsector polls reached 1,112 ahead of the Oct. 20 deadline. Public Health: Macao has tightened fever screening at entry and exit points amid regional concerns over possible plague cases in Russia. Sport: The SJM Macao Open teed off in Coloane with 144 golfers competing for a US$1 million prize purse.

Business & GBA: Macao will host three trade fairs from Oct. 21–24, bringing about 1,000 exhibitors and 1,500 buyers to Cotai. A Greater Bay Area business conference follows on Oct. 22–23, with more than 1,000 participants expected. Tourism: Spain’s travel agents have named Macao their “Preferred Destination 2027”; arrivals from Spain rose nearly 20% in January–August, while European arrivals grew more than 30%. The push comes as Macao seeks to broaden tourism beyond casinos, after a record 1.87 million visitors during the National Day holiday. Culture: The 19th A-Ma Cultural and Tourism Festival opened with a procession honouring the sea goddess. Sport: Macao recently hosted NBA preseason games, while the FIBA 3x3 World Tour and Greater Bay Area finals return later this month. Community: A symposium on ageing and palliative care highlighted that residents aged 65 and over now make up 15.3% of Macao’s population.

Tourism: Spain’s travel-agent confederation named Macao its “Preferred Destination 2027” as visitor arrivals from Spain rose nearly 20% and European arrivals more than 30% in the first eight months of 2026. Culture: The 19th A-Ma Cultural and Tourism Festival opened with traditional rites and a procession honouring the sea goddess, alongside an exhibition of Fujian crafts. Sports: Macao hosts the FIBA 3x3 World Tour and Greater Bay Area finals on October 17–18, bringing international teams to the city. Economic Diversification: BEE Macau, a professional playing-card factory launched with Belgian manufacturer Cartamundi, brings Bee® card production to the city and adds a new “Made in Macau” product. Ageing Society: A symposium on palliative and end-of-life care comes as residents aged 65 and over reached 15.3% of Macao’s population last year. Regional Ties: China’s sanctions against officials from Belize and Paraguay over Taiwan ties include entry bans covering Macao; Belize has rejected the measures.

Tourism: Spain’s travel agents have named Macao their “Preferred Destination 2027.” European arrivals rose more than 30% in the first eight months of 2026, with Spanish visitors up nearly 20%. Culture: The 19th A-Ma Cultural and Tourism Festival opened with a procession honoring the sea goddess and an exhibition of 56 traditional craft works. Regional ties: Macao hosts the Greater Bay Area Development Conference next week, with more than 1,000 business, government and academic participants expected. Public safety: Judiciary Police have opened Taipa’s first 24-hour reporting station, citing rising demand in the district. Diplomacy: China’s sanctions on Belize’s foreign minister and Paraguay’s communications minister include barring them from Hong Kong and Macao; Belize says the measures will not change its support for Taiwan. Business and sport: The NBA’s return to Macao gave Chinese sportswear and technology firms a platform to reach fans, as the league’s China Games were held in the city for a second year.

Culture: Macao’s 19th A-Ma Cultural and Tourism Festival opened with rituals and a Mazu procession through the streets, celebrating traditions shared with Fujian and communities across the Taiwan Strait. Public Safety: Judiciary Police opened their first Taipa reporting station, operating around the clock in a district with a growing need for public services. Sports and Community: The NBA China Games put Macao in the spotlight as Kyrie Irving returned to action and the Mavericks beat the Rockets; a related community week brought together about 2,900 students, volunteers and residents. Regional Events: The FIBA 3x3 World Tour returns to the Ruins of St. Paul’s on Oct. 17-18, while a Greater Bay Area development conference is expected to draw more than 1,000 participants to Macao next week. Pensions: The government will direct about MOP15.91 billion—80% of last year’s budget surplus—to the Pension Fund, which faces a projected MOP8.99 billion shortfall over five years.