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In a continuous effort to provide quality statistical services, the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) launched its revamped website today (13 January), which boasts a brand new look and new features to enhance user experience.
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A research team formed by researchers from the University of Macau (UM) and more than ten universities, research institutes, and companies in Hong Kong and Macao has been tasked with two key research projects in China, by the Ministry of Science and Technology and the government of Guangdong province, respectively. The project commissioned by the Ministry of Science and Technology concerns the application of smart technologies in the operation and maintenance of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge (HZMB), and the other project from Guangdong province mainly focuses on smart safety monitoring and emergency control for sea-crossing projects. The two projects are expected to contribute to the smart operation and maintenance of the HZMB and promote infrastructure development in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
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In order to celebrate the Chinese New Year with the public and promote traditional Chinese customs, the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC, from its Portuguese acronym) organizes the event “Let’s Celebrate the Lunar New Year of the Rat”. Over 27 activities will be held in various districts and cultural facilities, allowing the public to celebrate the Spring Festival in a rich cultural and artistic atmosphere.
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January is a contribution month of the Social Security Fund. Employers are required to pay in this month the obligatory system contributions for their local long-term employees for the fourth quarter of 2019. If a non-resident worker is hired, the employer is required to pay the employment fee at the same time. In addition, beneficiaries of the arbitrary system are also required to pay contributions within January. In addition, the Social Security Fund (abbreviated to FSS in Macao) will be closed for the Lunar New Year from the afternoon of 24th January to 29th January. In order to avoid long queues at peak period at the end of the month, employers and individuals should make their payment as early as possible and make good use of the electronic payment channels.
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The Macao Government has dispatched a team of officials to Wuhan, Hubei Province, in order for them to learn more about the latest developments regarding a pneumonia outbreak in that mainland city, particularly appropriate treatment for infected patients, and measures to prevent or if necessary control the spread of the identified coronavirus.
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According to statistics released today by the Monetary Authority of Macao, new approvals of residential mortgage loans (RMLs) and commercial real estate loans (CRELs) both decreased in November 2019. With regard to the outstanding balances, RMLs increased whereas CRELs witnessed a decrease.
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Given the recent eruption of the Taal volcano in the Philippines, the Tourism Crisis Management Office (GGCT) has issued a Level 1 Travel Alert to the Luzon Island (including Manila).
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The University of Macau (UM) held the Open Day today (12 January). The event attracted over 10,000 people, including students and their parents, Macao residents, and residents of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area. Through the event, participants learned more about UM’s education model, research achievements, and vibrant campus life. Some parents say that UM has a beautiful campus and excellent teaching and learning facilities. They hope to see their children study at UM, because they believe it will broaden their children’s horizons, enhance their competitiveness, and help them transition to the next stage of their lives more easily, whether they choose to pursue further studies or find a job after graduation.
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