Some of the industry’s top names and corporates are due to appear at the show which is slated to promote Macao as a global tech hub.
Business
The popularity of precious metals is matched by a desire for other high-end goods such as handbags as the city overcomes Covid-19 doldrums.
Although officials point to a gradual recovery from the economic effects of the pandemic, lawmakers worry that ordinary workers are being given short shrift.
However, figures show a marked improvement from the final months of 2020, while exports of services are growing again.
First quarter results are promising, however almost half the city’s traders expect business to be sluggish in the coming months.
Budding scientists, financial whizz kids, entrepreneurs and techies favour the mainland over Hong Kong, but are wary of differing tax systems.
Shopping and eating prove to be among the most popular activities for mainland visitors, as is meeting up with friends and relatives.
Residents are being advised to carefully read the small print to ensure they get the benefits that suit them best.
Cost-cutting judged essential as Covid-19 and the general economic downturn continue to impact the city’s finances.