AGP Executive Report
Last update: 16 minutes agoMacao Retail & IP Trade: The 4-day Macao Franchise Expo 2026 (2026MFE) will kick off Oct 21 at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo, running alongside the 31st Macao International Trade & Investment Fair and 2026 Portuguese Speaking Countries Products and Services Exhibition, with a big focus on coffee and bakery plus a “Brand Studio” track covering Baking Club, Coffee Bazaar, Lifestyle Club and IP Licensing Trend Club. Animal Welfare: Macau’s Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) says 523 stray dogs and cats were adopted last year, and it’s expanding dog-friendly green spaces while continuing “adoption instead of purchase” and quarantine-based adoption operations. Gaming & Youth Culture: The 34th Macao International Fireworks Display Contest wrapped with Korea’s Faseecom Co., Ltd taking first prize under the theme “Set Sail for Macao, where the Silk Road Sparkles.” Energy & Logistics Shock: China’s move to suspend refined fuel exports beyond Hong Kong and Macau is tightening diesel and jet fuel supplies across Asia, pushing up regional prices and raising costs for transport and industry. Aviation Connectivity: Shenzhen Airlines launched a new direct route between Brunei and Shenzhen, strengthening Greater Bay Area links for trade, tourism and business travel. Local Economy Watch: Macau’s gaming revenue fell 1.2% in September, while nine-month revenue is still up 3.2% ahead of 2025.
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