AGP Executive Report
Last update: 4 hours agoLow-altitude drones in Macau: The government is exploring cross-border test flights for drones and other low-altitude aircraft between Macau and Hengqin, with pilot projects planned under existing safety rules and new technical regulations being drafted. Urban planning consultation: Macau launched public consultation on draft amendments to its urban master plan, proposing a population forecast of 783,000 by 2040 (down from 808,000) and adjusting total land coverage to 36.96 sq km. APEC tourism push: APEC tourism ministers and working groups met in Macau, urging connected, digital innovation to boost tourism growth across member economies. Sustainable tourism training: Agoda and the Global Sustainable Tourism Council marked the first anniversary of the Sustainable Tourism Academy, topping 3,000 registered users and expanding practical sustainability training for hospitality staff. Cross-border enforcement and wildlife risk: Hong Kong Customs seized suspected smuggling shipments including pharmaceutical items, cosmetic injection vials, and suspected endangered live turtles on a vessel route involving Macao. Health and environment link: A Macau Union Medical Center open day highlighted public access to health consultations and lectures, while a separate international alcohol-control symposium reiterated alcohol as a Group 1 carcinogen and called for stronger consumption-control policies.
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