MICE Momentum: Macao’s meetings, incentives, conferences and exhibitions hit 494,000 participants and attendees in H1 2026 (+16% y/y), with 918 events and non-gaming industry receipts up 44.8% to about MOP2.43 billion—showing stronger demand beyond gaming. Inclusive Skills & Jobs: The 4th Macau Abilympics wrapped up at USJ, with 117 participants and 156 entries across 14 categories, aiming to cut bias and push industry-linked hiring for people with disabilities. Urban Ecology Upgrade: IAM is starting phased works on Luís de Camões Garden to create the peninsula’s first “butterfly-friendly garden,” using host plants and nectar-rich flowers to support butterflies through their full life cycle. Policy Dialogue: Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai met Legislative Assembly members to gather views for the 2027 Policy Address, reaffirming the executive-led system and tighter executive-legislative interaction. Finance Watch: Monetary Authority data showed June 2026 new residential mortgage loans rose 30.9% m/m to MOP1.46 billion, while SME credit approvals fell 8.6% y/y in H1 2026 as loan balances declined. Retail Supply Chain: DFI Retail Group will be the exclusive wholesaler, distributor and franchisee for GNC across Hong Kong, Macau and Singapore, using Guardian’s distribution and logistics network. Tourism & Community Pressure: Lawmakers said Macao SMEs are still struggling despite record tourist spending, urging renewed consumption incentives and better transport to route foot traffic to community areas.