After a one month hold up, Macao residents are now able to fly directly to the Indonesian capital, with services scheduled three times a week.
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Weaning Macao off the mainland gaming market will cost money. The government has suggested a figure of 235 million patacas.
The airline says it’s working with Indonesia’s civil aviation authority to resolve the issue, but it does not appear to be selling flights on this much-anticipated route for the foreseeable future.
The possible new route aligns with the government’s bid to make the SAR more appealing to Southeast Asian and other tourists.
Monthly earnings fall across the board, with workers’ wages down by average of MOP 900.
Fledgling nation – heavily dependent on oil and gas revenues – also keen to boost trade ties with its larger neighbour beyond current US$250 million per annum.
Health chief indicates that helpers from other foreign countries, such as Vietnam, may be allowed to return in near future.
Packaging shows up positive in NAT; consignment prevented from reaching open market; import applications from Indonesian supplier suspended for seven days.
Non-resident workers from mainland China, Philippines, Vietnam, Indonesia and Myanmar were the most affected by employment dismissals.
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