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The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) continues to follow up on the condition of an endangered Lebbeck Tree in S. Francisco Garden. Height control pruning work will be carried out on the tree from 13 to 15 May. To ensure safety, the public are advised to refrain from entering the enclosed area during the pruning period to avoid accidents. IAM appeals to the public for their understanding and cooperation.
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The Pavilion of Animal Specimens in Macao is holding “The Marvels of Flying Birds” special exhibition on birds to introduce their various unique structures evolved to adapt to their flying habits. The exhibition also showcases multiple specimens of local insects to complement the annual theme “World Migratory Bird Day—Protect Insects, Protect Birds”. Members of the public are welcome to visit the exhibition.
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According to statistics released today (10 May) by the Monetary Authority of Macao, new approvals of residential mortgage loans (RMLs) rose whereas those of commercial real estate loans (CRELs) decreased month-on-month in March 2024. With regard to the outstanding balances, both RMLs and CRELs witnessed declines on a monthly basis.
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To celebrate the World Telecommunication and Information Society Day, Macao Post and Telecommunications Bureau announces that a Temporary Post Counter will be set up at the Philatelic Shop of the General Post Office from 09:00 to 17:30 on 17^th May 2024, to provide the commemorative postmark cancellation service for the “World Telecommunication and Information Society Day”.
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The International Telecommunication Union (ITU) established May 17^th of each year as the “World Telecommunication and Information Society Day” (WTISD). The theme of this year is "Digital Innovation for Sustainable Development". In order to celebrate the WTISD event and enhance awareness of the role of digital innovation in promoting sustainable development in Macau, the Macau Post and Telecommunications Bureau (CTT) will conduct the following activities:
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【MGTO】MGTO holds Updates Seminar in Jakarta to promote Macao as a leisure and MICE destination
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The University of Macau (UM) held the 2023 Long Service Award & Outstanding Administrative Staff Award Ceremony today (9 May) to recognise the efforts of its staff and their contributions to the university. A total of 266 faculty and staff members, who have served the university for 10, 15, 20, 25, 30, 35, or 40 years, were awarded the Long Service Awards. The Outstanding Administrative Staff Awards were also presented during the ceremony.
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Organised by the Cultural Affairs Bureau, (IC, from its Portuguese acronym), the 34^th Macao Arts Festival, presents a range of programmes under the theme “Wondrous Encounters”, taking the public on a wonderful voyage through the performing arts world. IC is specially launching the “Final Surprise Flash Sale Offer”, offering 30% discount on tickets for any performances of the Experimental Kunqu Opera “The Chairs”, Sleeping Beauty, Macbettu, The Fury of My Thoughts and the Sino-Portuguese Concert. Tickets are limited and the public is advised to purchase tickets as soon as possible.
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Information from the Statistics and Census Service (DSEC) indicated that the total population of Macao was 686,400 at the end of the first quarter of 2024, up by 2,700 quarter-on-quarter; the increase was mainly due to a rise in the number of non-resident workers living in Macao. As regards the gender distribution, the female population (366,200) exceeded the male population (320,200), accounting for 53.4% of the total.
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The Portuguese Association of Travel and Tourism Agencies (APAVT, from its Portuguese acronym) will hosts its National Congress 2025 in Macao in early December next year. Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) and APAVT’s representatives convened the first work meeting for discussions on practical arrangements and inspected the event venue to begin a series of vigorous preparations. The event is set to expand international visitor markets and raise Macao’s profile as an ideal destination for international conventions.
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