AGP Executive Report
Last update: 9 hours agoDigital Pataca & mBridge: Macau is “pragmatically advancing” toward a Digital Pataca, with the digital pataca entering sandbox testing and AMCM saying it will be used for e-government services, public transport and campuses; meanwhile 11 Macau banks have been integrated into Project mBridge so they can start cross-border CBDC transactions from Tuesday. Local Economy Branding: DSEDT launched the “Macau Signature Brand Plan” to help local products and livestream influencers expand overseas, with a first-round cap of up to 20 enterprises and 10 influencers expected to be announced in October. Gaming Momentum: Macau casino gross gaming revenue rose 7% year-on-year in May to MOP22.61 billion, the strongest month since the pandemic, supported by major events including UFC Fight Night at Galaxy. Transport Planning: Transport chief Raymond Tam outlined plans to connect Macau’s LRT with Hengqin’s future light rail, detailing current lines and the Hengqin joint checkpoint governance. Workforce & Youth: The Labour Affairs Bureau opened applications for a 2026 three-month Career Development Internship Programme offering 850 placements across nine sectors, while a youth entrepreneurship survey found policy support is boosting start-up confidence. Public Health: SSM will deploy drones to inspect hard-to-reach dengue hotspots as the mosquito ovitrap index rises.
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