The “Union of Chinese Contemporaries” 2024 Summit of young entrepreneurs from Macao, Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Taiwan, themed “Collaborative Innovation: Chasing Dreams in the Greater Bay Area,” opened on September 11 in Hong Kong. The event brought together over 400 young entrepreneurs and leaders to explore business opportunities and cooperation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). Fostering Innovation …
Macao’s Rua das Estalagens Gets a Boost from Sands China Entrepreneurship Programme
Sands China Ltd. has announced the results of its Entrepreneurship Recruitment Programme for Rua das Estalagens at a ceremony held at The Londoner Macao. This initiative aims to revitalize the historic street by funding innovative business proposals from Macao residents. Programme Success and Community Impact The programme received 128 applications, with 120 meeting eligibility requirements. The rigorous selection process, which …
2024 Sands Shopping Carnival Sets Attendance Record at The Venetian Macao
The 2024 Sands Shopping Carnival concluded successfully at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo, drawing an unprecedented 120,000 visitors over four days. The event featured 580 booths, with 325 dedicated to local SMEs, across nine exhibition zones, including Sands retailers, household products, and gourmet and wine. The carnival offered up to 90% discounts on international brands and showcased a selection of …
Macao’s Tourism and Economy Surge with Diversified Development
According to data from the Macao SAR Government, Macao experienced a substantial increase in tourism and economic growth in the first quarter of 2024. The number of tourists reached 8.876 million, marking a year-on-year increase of 79.4%, with hotel occupancy rates exceeding 85%. Additionally, Macao’s GDP grew by 25.7% in real terms, while the unemployment rate fell to 2.1%. The …