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Macau’s former top judge Sam Hou-fai held a press conference on August 28 to announce his bid in the city’s chief executive election. Photo: Elson Li

Macau clears former top judge Sam Hou-fai to stand for election next month

Election commission says committee for safeguarding national security cleared Sam for legal abilities and allegiance to city and country.

Election commission says committee for safeguarding national security cleared Sam for legal abilities and allegiance to city and country

Exclusive | How Bank of China is helping to develop Hengqin, across the border from Macau

Hong Kong, Macau to link bond markets to foster debt finance growth

Editorial | Macau’s next leader faces stiff challenge in diversifying economy

Sam Hou-fai is determined to wean the gaming hub off its dependency on the casino business, but that’s easier said than done.

Photo: Xinhua

Exclusive | Macau neighbour Hengqin eyes Chinese medicine, technology for development

‘Hengqin has cheap land, low tax for both corporations and individuals, and a good living environment,’ official says.

My Take | Possible closure of Hong Kong trade missions in US is no big deal

The annual high cost of running these offices with diminishing value for money in a hostile America could be a blessing in disguise.

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Hong Kong firms ‘will see US as more difficult, risky’ if trade offices close

Analysts say US bill to close Hong Kong outposts in country has high chance of becoming law, but some shrug off move as ‘highly symbolic’.

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An analyst says the Chinese embassy and consulates in the US could still carry out “public relations” for the city if the trade offices close. Photo: Jelly Tse

Investors eat up dim sum bonds from Guangdong province, Hong Kong’s MTR

Issuance of offshore yuan-denominated bonds has jumped 28 per cent this year, according to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority.

Wave to pay: Tencent brings palm scan to tourists in Macau

WeChat Palm Pay lets mainland tourists pay by scanning their hand in shops located in hotels under the Galaxy Entertainment Group.

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Sam Hou-fai becomes sole candidate for Macau’s top job with 383 nominations

Macau’s former top judge will run uncontested in leadership poll, set for October 13.

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Macau’s former chief justice Sam Hou-fai has officially submitted his bid to run in the chief executive election. Photo: Elson Li

Hong Kong, Macau and Guangdong sign cybersecurity deal to boost bay area ties

Innovation minister Sun Dong welcomes cross-border agreement amid ‘complex international situation’ that has put cybersecurity in spotlight.

Innovation minister Sun Dong delivers a speech at the opening ceremony of the 2024 China Cybersecurity Week. Photo: ISD

Hong Kong can be greater than sum of its sporting parts, events experts tell forum

Finance chief Paul Chan tells Post forum that ‘shaping tourism with cultural activities and promoting culture through tourism’ critical to ensuring city attracts new visitors.

Greater Bay Area key for Hong Kong sport, could see city host Asian Games

Speaking at the Hong Kong Sports Economy and Tourism Summit, industry experts stressed collaboration with the GBA is one piece of the puzzle.

Super Typhoon Yagi: over 410,000 people relocated as storm hits southern China

Yagi predicted to move northwest, crossing Haikou, Chengmai and Lingao before moving into the ocean by Saturday morning.

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A cafe worker reinforces a glass window in Haikou on Thursday in preparation for Super Typhoon Yagi. Photo: Xinhua

Will medical tourists be the next to benefit from China’s visa-free push?

China is not generally considered a go-to option for healthcare and treatments, with the US, South Korea, Japan and Turkey already on the map.

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Illustration: Brian Wang

3 of Macau’s most quintessential dishes, and where to try them on your next visit

Explore Macau’s unique culinary history with quintessential dishes pastel de nata, minchi and tacho – but where should you sample them?

Illegal betting saps 10% from Hong Kong racing turnover, Jockey Club says

Gambling operator reports total turnover of HK$304.9 billion and record HK$40.1 billion pumped back into community for financial year

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Alibaba-backed e-wallet operator buys Ant Bank Macao

The acquisition makes Ant Bank Macao an indirect subsidiary of AGTech, while Ant Group remains the bank’s second-largest shareholder.

Signage for Ant’s Alipay payment system. Photo: Bloomberg

Captivating photos of Macau highlight its ‘strange blend of extremes’

Adam Lampton took thousands of photos of Macau between 2006 and 2019, from half-built casinos to local people, that show the crossroads of its gaming industry and Chinese-Portuguese history.

Cash-rich buyers make most of Hong Kong’s Peak distress amid 50% price slump

Distressed sales in Hong Kong’s luxury property market have driven prices down by as much as 50 per cent, with opportunistic buyers snapping up bargains, Savills says.

Opinion | Beijing sends a signal on Macau governance, anti-corruption focus

The apparent anointment of judge Sam Hou-fai to follow Ho Iat-seng as chief executive puts to rest any remaining illusions over the political influence of the city’s four dynasties.

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Sam Hou-fai, former president of Macau’s Court of Final Appeal, delivers his election declaration at a press conference in Macau on August 28. Sam is widely expected to be the sole candidate to become Macau’s fourth chief executive in October. Photo: Xinhua

Explainer | Who is Macau election hopeful Sam Hou-fai, and will legal profile reap benefits?

Former top judge does not fit mould of previous picks, with some questioning ability to steer casino hub at highest level of politics.

Former top judge Sam Hou-fai is gearing up for Macau’s chief executive race. Photo: Elson Li

Editorial | Olympians win again by bringing pride and unity to excited Hong Kong

Trip by members of China team to Hong Kong, which is still celebrating its heroes, proves ideal occasion to promote sports and national identity.

Mainland Chinese Olympic stars urge Hongkongers to chase dreams after showcase

65-member delegation concludes three-day trip, taking part in two sports events and sharing session with more than 100 local young residents.

Hong Kong must better sync up policies with Macau, mainland China: Starry Lee

Starry Lee, who sits on NPC Standing Committee, says more policy coordination between jurisdictions aligns with spirit of third plenum.

A veteran Hong Kong politician has called for greater policy alignment between jurisdictions overseeing the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macau Bridge. Photo: Eugene Lee

Happiness as China’s Olympic stars end Hong Kong visit – as it happened

Athletes thrill the crowds at two venues in a series of ticket-only demonstrations before they move on to Macau in the afternoon.

A couple of youngsters at Queen Elizabeth Stadium can’t hide their delight. Photo: Eugene Lee

Buyers from mainland China drive record Hong Kong life insurance sales

Sales surge 12 per cent to US$14.9 billion as mainland visitors continue buying spree to chase better returns and hedge the yuan.

How Tedy Teow, the fraudster dubbed ‘Jho Low 2’, allegedly swindled millions

Teow’s MBI Group duped thousands with fake high-return investments, leading to his extradition to China on massive fraud charges.

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Macau
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.
last updated:
27 August, 2024
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