Exports up slightly at MOP 10 billion; merchandise trade balance deficit stands at MOP 92 billion.
Business
Rival bid discounted while director is on trial for illicit exploitation of gambling; Stanley Ho’s family remain at helm of long-running casinos.
Bureau plans to work with schools and enterprises to provide more internship and employment opportunities for students.
Thousands flock to Macao International Trade and Investment Fair, Macao Franchise Expo, Portuguese Speaking Countries Products and Services Exhibition; fairs open to public today and tomorrow.
CEO remains bullish in face of poor results caused by knock-on effects of Covid-19, says demand from customers still robust.
Held both on- and offline, the expos have attracted some 2,200 exhibitors; industries include TCM, new tech, culture and creativity, food and catering and retail.
Chamber also urges Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture Elsie Ao Ieong U to consider relaxing certain pandemic measures during run-up to 2023 Policy Address.
Local workers, self-employed and small businesses all stand to gain; deadline for submission 31 March next year.
Around two-thirds of 154,000 NRWs in city are from mainland China; hotels and restaurants suffer most from losing 1,100 workers.