AGP Executive Report

Macao Tech & Policy: Macau is expanding its e-payment sandbox for the e-MOP beyond initial trials, with the Monetary Authority of Macao saying testing will move into public transport, e-government services and university campuses—aiming to scale real-world use while keeping safety and risk controls tight. Macao Innovation & Industry: The Macao International Science and Technology Industry Centre was inaugurated as a pilot platform to gather innovation resources and seed an industrial cluster ahead of the planned Macao Science and Technology R&D Industrial Park, targeting areas like biomedicine, digital tech, integrated circuits and aerospace. Macao Culture Meets Science: The 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival opens July 3–4 with “Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo,” a Giant Puppetry x Science show featuring life-sized dinosaur puppets and flash mobs across the city. Macau Economy Watch: J.P. Morgan trimmed its 2026 Macau GGR forecast to MOP$254.6b, citing softer comps and World Cup effects, and expects further year-on-year declines in coming months. Regional Tech Context: Guangdong says its firms supply much of the world’s event sound, lighting and stage equipment, while the province plans to scale future industries—especially AI and intelligent robotics—supported by a dense lab ecosystem. Cross-border Tech Risk: Taiwan prosecutors detained Supermicro and supply-chain executives in an investigation into alleged diversion of Nvidia-powered AI servers to China, Hong Kong and Macau, with Supermicro denying it was a target and saying it is cooperating.

Macao Tech & Industry: Macau’s new Macao International Science and Technology Industry Centre was inaugurated as a pilot platform to pull in innovation resources and seed an upcoming sci-tech R&D industrial park, with the government positioning it to accelerate diversification beyond gaming. Digital Currency Trials: The e-MOP sandbox is expanding from earlier phases to public transport, e-government services, and university campuses, as AMCM says core infrastructure is done and testing is underway under safety and risk-control principles. AI & Digital Entertainment Ecosystem: IPIM and Shengqu Technology hosted the “Digiloong Cup” Macao Investment Summit & AI Ecosystem Forum, drawing about 120 representatives and focusing on AI plus gaming-industry collaboration. Robotics & Innovation (Regional): Shenzhen’s “Robot Valley” is highlighted as a global robotics hub, with 200+ firms, university links, and 2026 momentum tied to humanoid-robot breakthroughs and IPO activity. Energy Storage Supply Chain: Pace Digitek’s Lineage Power signed a deal to procure 3GWh LFP battery cells for long-life, safer storage—an indicator of how Greater Bay Area manufacturing is feeding energy projects. Tech Security Watch: Taiwan prosecutors expanded raids over alleged Nvidia AI-server diversion to China, including Supermicro and local affiliates, underscoring how export controls keep reshaping chip supply chains. Community Tech Culture: The 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival kicks off with “Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo” and related flash-mob outreach, blending science storytelling with large-scale puppetry.

Macao Tech & Industry: Macao inaugurated the Macao International Technology Industry Centre (MITIC) as a pilot platform to attract tech firms in biomedicine, digital tech, integrated circuits and aerospace, ahead of a larger science park plan. Local Governance & Planning: The Macao government also moved forward with its draft amended Urban Master Plan, projecting a 2040 population of 783,000. Cross-border Innovation: Macao and Hengqin are set to launch cross-border low-altitude test flights, aiming to advance regional aviation and tech trials. Public Tech Culture: The 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival runs with added performances, blending arts and science themes for families. Health & Society: An international alcohol control symposium in Macau reiterated alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen and pushed policies focused on total consumption control. Regional Tech Watch: Taiwan prosecutors expanded a probe into alleged Nvidia AI chip smuggling to China, Hong Kong and Macau, raiding Supermicro and other firms. Robotics Spotlight: Shenzhen’s “Robot Valley” is highlighted as a global robotics hub, with new humanoid and IPO momentum.

Macao Tech & Industry: Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai inaugurated the Macao International Technology Industry Centre (MITIC), a pilot platform run by the Macao Institute of Industrial Technology to attract firms in biomedicine, digital tech, integrated circuits and aerospace ahead of the larger science-and-technology industrial park. Urban Planning: The government opened public consultation on draft amendments to Macau’s urban master plan, revising the 2040 population forecast to 783,000 and adjusting land-use to support major infrastructure projects tied to industrial diversification and connectivity. Investment Push: 17 industry leaders were appointed as “Macao Investment Promotion Ambassadors” under a new “Attracting Investment through Businesses” model to broaden Macao’s investor network. Public Tech & Mobility: Macau and Hengqin are moving toward cross-border low-altitude drone test flights, with regulators developing technical rules and safety frameworks. Energy Storage Supply Chain: Pace Digitek’s Lineage Power signed a 3 GWh lithium iron phosphate battery cell supply agreement with Guangzhou Rongjie Energy Tech, aiming to stabilize sourcing for BESS manufacturing. Regional Tech Links: Hong Kong positioned itself as a “super connector” for GBA-ASEAN ties, with summit speakers highlighting AI and green tech cooperation and the need for shared digital standards. Health & Policy: An international alcohol control symposium reaffirmed alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen, urging total consumption control via taxes, supply restrictions and public education. Taiwan Chip Smuggling Probe: Taiwan prosecutors raided Super Micro Computer and two local firms over alleged Nvidia AI chip/server diversion to China, Hong Kong and Macau, expanding the investigation to nine people.

Urban Planning Update: Macau’s government has opened public consultation on draft amendments to the Urban Master Plan, revising the 2040 population forecast to about 783,000 and adjusting land-use planning (total land area about 36.96 sq km), including zoning for diversified industrial development tied to major infrastructure projects. Low-Altitude Tech Testing: Macau and Hengqin are moving toward cross-border drone and low-altitude aircraft test flights, with officials saying pilots will follow existing safety rules while technical regulations are being developed. Energy Storage Deal: Pace Digitek’s Lineage Power signed a master supply agreement for 3 GWh of lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery cells from Guangzhou Rongjie Energy Technology, aiming to strengthen its BESS manufacturing and logistics across the Greater Bay Area. Public Health & Policy: An international alcohol control symposium reaffirmed alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen, stressing that effective policy should focus on total consumption control, taxes, supply restrictions and public education. Cross-Border Mobility & Services: Macau’s Cultural Affairs Bureau launched a month-long summer promotion for its Online Bookshop, offering 20% discounts and themed bookmarks, with new titles added to the catalogue. Research & Academia: UM and SoFiE held the 18th Annual SoFiE Conference in Macao, bringing together 150+ scholars to advance financial econometrics research. Care Support Gap: A local survey found families caring for people with Down syndrome face high stress and major service gaps, including limited psychological support and urgent demand for more residential care facilities. Immigration Tech Expansion: Face-scan smart immigration clearance is being extended to more border ports, including Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Hong Kong Port. Regional Tech Links: East Timor is looking to deepen Asean–Greater Bay Area ties for investment and technology transfer, highlighting the GBA’s role in tech and finance.

Urban Planning Update: Macau’s government has launched a public consultation on draft amendments to the Urban Master Plan (2020–2040), including a revised 2040 population forecast of 783,000 (down from 808,000) and a land-area adjustment to 36.96 sq km, while also carving out core areas for diversified industrial development and tightening rules to keep industrial land out of tourism and entertainment zones. APEC Tourism Tech Push (Macao): APEC tourism ministers meeting in Macao put digital innovation front and center, calling for smoother cross-border travel and new tech like real-time translation, VR and assistive devices to improve visitor experiences. Energy Storage Deal (GBA): Lineage Power (Pace Digitek’s material arm) signed a master supply agreement for 3 GWh of LFP battery cells with Guangzhou Rongjie Energy Technology, supporting its BESS manufacturing and using Rongjie’s 314Ah prismatic cells. Local Research Capacity: UM says it will set up four new research institutes (network of 11) to speed up technology transfer and support Macau’s diversification, with two institutes starting operations on Aug 1. Automotive Retail Expansion: Li Auto officially entered the Macao market, opening its first retail center with Hong Yue Group and rolling out localized vehicle and connectivity upgrades. Cultural Affairs Online Promo: IC’s Online Bookshop launches a July summer promotion with 20% off books and themed “The Firecracker Industry in Taipa” bookmarks.

Urban Planning Update: Macau’s government released a draft amendment to the Urban Master Plan, proposing new core areas for diversified industrial development and projecting the city’s population could reach 783,000 by 2040. Energy Storage Supply: Pace Digitek’s material arm Lineage Power signed a master supply agreement for 3 GWh of lithium iron phosphate battery cells with Guangzhou Rongjie Energy, supporting long-term BESS manufacturing. Semiconductor for Power Electronics: Soitec and China’s ZenSemi plan high-volume 300mm BCD-on-SOI production for next-gen power chips aimed at AI datacenters, EVs, and robotics. Macao Hosts APEC Tourism Tech Talks: At the 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting in Macao, ministers pushed digital innovation and smoother cross-border travel, highlighting tools like real-time translation and VR. Local Research Capacity: The University of Macau will expand its research institute network, adding four new institutes to strengthen tech transfer and support industrial diversification. Wildlife Move: Macau’s giant panda twins Jian Jian and Kang Kang will be transferred to Chengdu in October, with their future return status still unclear. New Car Retail in Macao: Li Auto officially entered Macau, opening its first retail center with localized vehicle and connectivity upgrades.

APEC Tourism in Macau: The 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting opened in Macau under “Digital Innovation, Collaborative Empowerment,” with Culture and Tourism Minister Sun Yeli pushing digital tools, smoother cross-border travel, and shared tourism value across the 21 APEC economies. UM Research Push: The University of Macau plans to expand its research institute network to 11 units, aiming to speed up technology transfer and support economic diversification; two new institutes (Smart City Technologies, and AI & Brain Sciences) start operations on Aug 1. Giant Panda Update: Macau-born panda twins Jian Jian and Kang Kang will be relocated to Chengdu at the end of October, with the Macau pavilion set for renovation after they leave. Greater Bay Area Tech Exposure: Macau’s Correctional Services Department ran a three-day Greater Bay Area experience tour for young rehabilitated persons in Shenzhen, mixing visits to healthcare robotics firms with local history stops. Local Tech & Mobility: Li Auto officially entered Macau with its first retail center on Gold Island, including localized vehicle and smart-cockpit adaptations for local rules. Public Safety: A fatal Kowloon City traffic accident left one pedestrian dead; the bus driver was arrested for dangerous driving causing death.

APEC Tourism in Macao: The 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting opened in Macao with a focus on digital innovation and seamless travel, bringing together over 200 delegates from 21 APEC economies to discuss how smart tools like real-time translation and VR can deepen regional cooperation. Local Leadership & Infrastructure: Macao’s Chief Executive met the APEC Secretariat’s Executive Director, highlighting record visitor arrivals in 2025 and pointing to major tourism projects, including the Macao International Integrated Tourism and Cultural Zone and Hengqin cooperation. Smart Border Tech: Macao’s cross-border flow gets faster as facial recognition immigration clearance expands to Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai-Macao Bridge, building on the Hengqin pilot. Mobility & Industry Signals: In the wider region, Century Entertainment launched a new online gaming platform in the Philippines, while Huawei showcased AI-telecom direction at MWC Shanghai 2026. Biomedical Research in Macao: UM opened the 12th Macau Symposium on Biomedical Sciences, with plans to restructure FHS into a Faculty of Medicine and expand international clinical education links. Policy & Governance Tech: A lawmaker urged Macau to move quickly on AI/robot regulation, warning reskilling and legal updates must keep pace with rapid automation.

APEC Tourism in Macao: The 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting opened in Macao under “Digital Innovation, Collaborative Empowerment,” with delegates from 21 economies focusing on how smart tools and deeper cooperation can lift tourism growth across the Asia-Pacific. Local Leadership & Diversification: Ahead of the meeting, Macao’s Chief Executive met the APEC Secretariat’s Executive Director, highlighting record visitor arrivals in 2025 and pushing major infrastructure projects to support tourism and economic diversification. Smart Border Tech: Macao expanded its facial-recognition “face-scan” immigration clearance to Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai-Macao Bridge’s Zhuhai-Macao hall, adding more automated channels for faster, document-free processing. Biomedical Research Momentum: University of Macau’s Faculty of Health Sciences hosted the 12th Macau Symposium on Biomedical Sciences, bringing together 200+ researchers to share cutting-edge work and strengthen international collaboration as the faculty prepares to restructure into a Faculty of Medicine. Industry & Innovation Signals: Li Auto officially entered the Macao market by opening its first retail center at Gold Island, with localized vehicle and system adaptations to meet local requirements. Robotics in Hospitality (GBA): Pudu Robotics signed a strategic cooperation deal to develop a full-scenario robot-serviced hotel in the Greater Bay Area, aiming for end-to-end robotic services from reception to guest support.

APEC Tourism in Macao: Macao is hosting the 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting this week, with the Chief Executive meeting the APEC Secretariat ahead of the opening and highlighting tourism growth plus diversification projects like the Macao International Integrated Tourism and Cultural Zone in Hengqin. Biomedical research push: The University of Macau opened its 12th Macau Symposium on Biomedical Sciences, drawing 200+ researchers, and flagged faculty restructuring toward a Faculty of Medicine and new clinical medicine links with the University of Lisbon. Smart border tech: Macao is extending “face-scan” smart immigration clearance to Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai-Macao Hall of the HZMB, building on Hengqin’s pilot and reporting 310,000 registered users and 6.21 million trips so far. Robots in hospitality: Pudu Robotics and Shenzhen partners signed an agreement to develop a full-scenario robot-serviced hotel in the Greater Bay Area, aiming for embodied AI across reception, delivery, cleaning and support. MWC Shanghai 2026: Huawei wrapped up MWC Shanghai with a push for securing Upper 6 GHz spectrum and building AI-ready network architecture for 5G-A growth. GBA tech research: A PolyU-led study proposes a new way to evaluate hotel performance across Greater Bay Area cities, focusing on how diversification changes operating efficiency. Local tech policy debate: A Macau lawmaker urged faster AI/robot legislation, warning that reskilling and rules may lag behind rapid automation in gaming and tourism. Culture & science spotlight: “Stamp Day” kicked off Macao 2026’s mini-world stamp exhibition, while giant pandas Jian Jian and Kang Kang celebrated their 10th birthday at Seac Pai Van Park.

APEC Tourism in Macao: Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai met APEC Secretariat Executive Director Eduardo Pedrosa ahead of the 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting, highlighting Macao’s record 2025 visitor growth and infrastructure-led diversification, including the Macao International Integrated Tourism and Cultural Zone. Biomedical Research in Focus: The University of Macau opened its 12th Macau Symposium on Biomedical Sciences, drawing 200+ international experts, and noted upcoming Faculty of Medicine restructuring plus a Portugal clinical medicine programme with the University of Lisbon. Smart Immigration Upgrade: Macao’s “face-scan” smart immigration clearance is expanding to Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai-Macao Hall of the HZMB, building on Hengqin Port’s pilot; authorities cite 310,000 registrants and 6.21 million trips at Hengqin. UM’s Research Push: UM says it will build a network linking faculties, research institutes and state key labs, with 11 research institutes and new AI/Smart City institutes starting 1 August to speed lab-to-industry translation. AI & Robotics Policy Debate: A lawmaker urged faster AI legislation in Macau, calling for clear legal definitions for robots and rules for rapid labor-market change. International Tech Showcase: Huawei unveiled AI-powered 5G-A and “AI-centric target network” plans at MWC Shanghai 2026, aiming to monetize next-gen connectivity and compute. Tourism Tech Exchange: The 67th APEC Tourism Working Group meeting convened in Macao, with digital transformation, travel facilitation and sustainable tourism on the agenda.

Smart Border Tech in Macau: Macau is extending its “face-scan” smart immigration clearance to Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Zhuhai-Macao hall from 26 June, after Hengqin Port’s pilot since Nov 2025; by 24 June, 310,000 people had registered and 6.21 million trips used the system. University Research Push: University of Macau (UM) is restructuring and expanding its science and technology research setup to support industrial diversification, including new research institutes and the planned launch of the Institute of Smart City Technologies and the Institute of Artificial Intelligence and Brain Sciences on 1 August. AI and Jobs Debate: Lawmaker José Pereira Coutinho urges Macau to legislate on robots and AI now, warning that automation—especially in gaming—may outpace reskilling efforts. Sustainability in Macau Tourism: Galaxy Entertainment Group reports further EarthCheck certification progress, with Banyan Tree Macau upgraded to Platinum and other brands reaching Gold/Silver. Tech Ecosystem & Start-ups: Hong Kong’s Start-up Express (HKTDC) selected 10 winners across smart city, green tech and health tech, highlighting the region’s push to turn innovation into real-world products. AI-5G Showcase: Huawei highlights AI-powered 5G-A and service-network-compute integration at MWC Shanghai 2026. Health Sciences Forum at UM: UM’s Faculty of Health Sciences forum marks UM’s 45th anniversary and discusses future directions for biomedical research and global partnerships.

Smart Immigration Tech (Macao): Macao will expand its “face-scan” smart immigration clearance to Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai-Macao Bridge Port’s Zhuhai-Macao hall from Friday, adding document-free automated channels across 3 ports and bringing the total to 204 channels. University Research & Industry Links (Macao): UM marks its 45th anniversary by restructuring and expanding research capacity for Macao’s industrial diversification, including new science and technology faculties and a network of 11 research institutes tied to state key labs, with two new institutes set to start operations on 1 August. Drug Trends & Hidden Risk (Macao): A Macau psychologist warns that while registered drug abuser numbers fell about 10%, concealed youth use—often via modern devices in private spaces—may be masking a much larger problem, echoing UNODC’s upcoming 2026 World Drug Report launch. Gaming Tech & Regulation (Macao/Region): Spintec says it’s preparing to compete in Macau’s live-dealer electronic table game market as a key patent tied to LT Game is set to expire in October, while Paradise Entertainment’s LT Smart gains approved-manufacturer status in Singapore. Sustainability Certification (GEG): Galaxy Entertainment Group reports further EarthCheck certification upgrades across its hotel brands and MICE facilities, including Banyan Tree Macau reaching Platinum.

Smart Border Tech: Macau is extending “Face Scan” Smart Immigration Clearance to Qingmao Port and the Zhuhai–Macao Bridge Port starting this Friday, letting eligible travellers clear via joint automated channels without ID documents; at Hengqin Port, 310,000 people have registered and 6.21 million trips have been processed, showing the system is stable. University Research Push: University of Macau (UM) is ramping up its 45th-anniversary science and tech expansion, planning a network linking faculties, 11 research institutes and state key labs to speed lab results into industry; two new institutes (Smart City Technologies and AI & Brain Sciences) are set to start on 1 August, alongside five new science/tech faculties from 2026/27. AI & Telecom Showcase: Huawei used MWC Shanghai 2026 to highlight AI-powered 5G-A and “service-network-compute” integration, aiming to help carriers monetize AI-driven growth. Innovation Ecosystems: A new mapping of WIPO Global Innovation Index 2025 shows China dominates innovation clusters, with Shenzhen–Hong Kong–Guangzhou topping the list. Elder Care Reality Check: A Macau survey finds most residents worry about future elderly care costs and lack confidence in long-term financial sustainability, while usage of smart elderly care services remains low. Education in Hengqin: Macau is accelerating the Macao–Hengqin International Education (University) Town, with the first phase starting in August for about 1,300 postgraduate students and a UM Hengqin campus planned for 2029.

Macao-Hengqin Education & Tech: Macao is accelerating its Macao-Hengqin International Education (University) Town, with the first phase starting in August for about 1,300 postgraduate students and a plan to add joint degree programs, research platforms and laboratories with overseas universities. GBA Anti-Drug Cooperation: Judiciary Police say they’ve boosted Greater Bay Area ties to tackle cross-border “drug parcels,” using a joint tracking and crackdown mechanism with Guangdong’s anti-narcotics unit ahead of summer travel surges. Intangible Heritage Recognition: The Cultural Heritage Committee approved eight new official inheritors covering seven protected intangible heritage items, including Na Tcha inheritor Ip Tat. Elderly Care Pressure: A Macau survey of 792 residents aged 50+ finds widespread worry about future elderly care costs and low smart-care usage, while a lawmaker presses for updates on the “Residence for the Elderly” including potential TCM clinics, safety and rent reviews. Children’s Arts Festival: Macao’s 3rd International Children’s Arts Festival adds extra performances and a “Little Chinese Music Troupe” music camp due to strong demand. Public Health Reminder: Mannings’ unused-medicine disposal programme expands collection points to 75 in Hong Kong, running 26 June–23 July.