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Company statistics for the 3rd quarter of 2024
Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that the number of newly incorporated companies fell by 45 quarter-on-quarter to 1,134 in the third quarter of 2024. Meanwhile, total value of registered capital of the new companies surged by 66% quarter-on-quarter to MOP255 million, due to the incorporation of many pharmaceutical and related companies with relatively large capital. There were 234 companies dissolved in the third quarter, a decrease of 131 quarter-on-quarter. Number of companies showed a net increase of 900, up by 86 quarter-on-quarter.
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Demographic statistics for the first three quarters of 2024
Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that the total population of Macao at the end of the third quarter of 2024 (686,600) increased by 5,300 year-on-year, due to a rise in the number of non-resident workers living in Macao. As regards the gender distribution, the female population (368,300) exceeded the male population (318,300), accounting for 53.6% of the total.
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‘MNN Racing Carnival’ to take place on November 16
The “Celebration of the 75thAnniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25thAnniversary of the Establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region – MNN Racing Carnival” will take place on November 16 from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. featuring virtual reality (VR) racing experience, remote control (RC) car racing challenge, innovative race car-themed landscape art workshop and STEAM classroom, all admission free.
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【Collaborative international marketing】Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao tourism offices spotlight Greater Bay Area in Southeast Asia market through TV travelogue production
Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO), the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province and Hong Kong Tourism Board (HKTB) continue with collaborative promotions which include productions of TV programs this year showcasing the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as a wonderful destination. With filming completed recently, the program “Hashtag Travelog”, fueled by celebrity effects and media promotions, is set to boost the destination appeal and profile of the Greater Bay Area in the Southeast Asia market, as part of the endeavor to tap into international visitor markets.
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Government announces 2024 Decorations, Medals, and Certificates of Merit

The Government of the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR) has today announced the list of Decorations, Medals, and Certificates of Merit awarded for 2024 by the MSAR. There are 32 recipients, either individuals or organisations, and the awards recognise respectively, achievement, outstanding contribution, and distinguished service.
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[Two Pavilions Set Up at CIIE] A Delegation of Nearly 80 Macao Enterprises and Institutions Organised by IPIM Explores Business Opportunities in Shanghai
The Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) will organise a delegation to attend the 7th China International Import Expo to be held in Shanghai from 5 to 10 November, and will set up the “Macao and Portuguese-Speaking Countries Food and Beverage Pavilion” and the “Portuguese-Speaking Countries Professional Service Pavilion” at the event. 39 Macao enterprises will promote Made-in-Macao, Macao brands, food and beverages from Portuguese-speaking countries (PSCs), as well as professional services such as taxation, translation, investment consultancy, and product processing in these two themed pavilions, including the halal brands and the “M Brand” quality Macao products.
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Sam Hou Fai: Upholding the principle of “One country, two systems” to build Macao a perfect home to live up to the trust and expectations of the Central Government and Macao people
The sixth-term Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region (MSAR), Mr Sam Hou Fai, said he is deeply honoured with a sense of great responsibility upon receiving his appointment from the Central Government today (2 November 2024). He expresses his sincere gratitude for the trust and support from the Central Government. In his new capacity, he is fully dedicated to diligently implementing the significant directives of President Xi Jinping, and resolutely upholding the principle of "One country, two systems", to build a perfect home for Macao people, to live up to the trust and expectations of President Xi, the Central Government, and Macao people.
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71st Macau Grand Prix Family Carnival opened today
“Celebration of the 75th Anniversary of the Founding of the People’s Republic of China and the 25th Anniversary of the Establishment of the Macao Special Administrative Region – 71st Macau Grand Prix” will be held from November 14th to 17th this year.
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