Aquaculture & Food Supply: FAO says global aquatic production hit a record 235 million tonnes in 2024, with Asia driving 76% of output and nearly three quarters from aquaculture—good news for food industry planning and cold-chain demand. Macao Tourism & MICE: Macao is gearing up for the 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting (June 24-28), with MGTO stressing staff training, sideline events, and a push to showcase cuisine, creative industries and “One Centre” tourism positioning. Local Business Expansion: IPIM led a Suzhou and Nanjing visit and seminars under the “Macao Platform” to help mainland firms expand into Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking markets, drawing 200+ corporate representatives across new energy, smart manufacturing, biopharma, legal and finance. Tech-to-Industry Matchmaking: IPIM and MAPST ran a “Policy Empowerment & Tech Synergy” matchmaking session to speed up sci-tech project implementation and commercialisation, with 100+ enterprise representatives. Public Safety & Compliance: Home Affairs warned residents about impersonators posing as Care Team members to scam the elderly, urging identity checks via 182 111 and use of the 18222 anti-scam hotline. Aviation & Logistics Links: DGCA Victor Liu visited Beijing to deepen civil aviation cooperation, including air traffic management and Greater Bay Area operational efficiency. Urban Renewal: CE Sam Hou Fai outlined a comprehensive model for renewing Macau’s 5,000+ aging buildings, including surveys, priority renewal area studies, and legal/institutional reforms to unlock redevelopment. Motorsport & Mobility: FIA President Ben Sulayem said next week’s Macau conference will help shape the future of motorsport and sustainable mobility, drawing 450+ delegates from 149 countries.