[2026/10/15] The 31st MIF, 2026PLPEX and 2026MFE to Open on 21 October Leveraging Portuguese- and Spanish-Speaking Market Resources to Expand Global Business Opportunities

The “31 st Macao International Trade & Investment Fair” (31 st MIF), the “2026 Portuguese Speaking Countries Products and Services Exhibition (Macao)” (2026PLPEX), and the “Macao Franchise Expo 2026” (2026MFE) will be held concurrently at the same venue from 21 to 24 October (Wednesday to Saturday) at the Cotai Expo, The Venetian Macao. The theme “Macao: The Global Hub of Business Convergence” will run across all three exhibitions. The Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) held a press conference today (15 October) to provide updates on the preparations and introduce the highlights. Covering a total area of 30,000 square metres, the three exhibitions will bring together around 1,000 exhibitors from home and abroad, representing over 30 countries and regions worldwide. More than 1,500 buyers from around the world have been invited to participate. The exhibition content will comprehensively cover Macao’s key “1+4” industries, including technological innovation, Big Health, economic and trade investment, agriculture, the blue economy, cross-border e-commerce, professional services and IP brands, giving business representatives one-stop access to industry trends and business opportunities. More than 90 activities will be held during the four-day event, including 10 themed business matching sessions, on-site visits, and industry forums. Through an “exhibition + inspection + matching ” model, the three exhibitions aim to facilitate the conversion of more co-operation intentions into concrete projects, attract quality projects to establish a presence in Macao, and enhance the effectiveness of attracting investment through exhibitions. Expanding the international economic and trade network to empower pragmatic co-operation between China and Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries To deepen practical co-operation between China and Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries and expand into Latin American and Spanish-speaking markets, this year’s three exhibitions, in line with the theme “Macao: The Global Hub of Business Convergence”, will further expand their international economic and trade network and actively leverage Macao’s role as a platform between China and Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries. With exhibitors from nine Portuguese-speaking countries participating in the 2026PLPEX, the 31 st MIF will introduce a new “Spanish-Speaking Countries Industry Pavilion”, featuring nearly 30 enterprises and institutions from 11 Spanish-speaking countries, including Spain, Argentina, Uruguay and Colombia. A series of supporting activities will also be held, including the Spanish-Speaking Countries Business Opportunities and Co-operation Forum, the 2026 Portuguese-Speaking Countries Coffee Bean Competition and Award Ceremony, the G100 x 2026PLPEX Most Promising Portuguese-Speaking Countries Wines and Spirits Award, and dedicated business matching sessions, creating a

[2026/10/13] Integrating the Greater Bay Area for a Connected World The Fourth Business Conference on Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development to Be Held in Macao from 22 to 23 October

The Fourth Business Conference on Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development (hereinafter referred to as the “Conference”), jointly hosted by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade, the People’s Government of Guangdong Province, the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Macao SAR Government, is scheduled to take place in Macao from 22 to 23 October 2026. Anticipating over 1,000 participants from the political, business and academic circles at home and abroad, the Conference is designed to establish a platform for domestic and international business communities to engage deeply in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, thereby promoting high-quality development of the regional economy and aligning it with the global market. Integrating the Greater Bay Area for a Connected World Themed “Integrating the Greater Bay Area for a Connected World”, this Conference is set to return to Macao after its inaugural launch in 2023. The two-day event will feature an opening ceremony, outcomes launch, a plenary session, parallel panels, site visits to local enterprises, and business matching sessions. The Conference will concentrate on in-depth dialogues concerning technological innovation and transformation, the co-ordinated development of culture, tourism, and MICE industries, cross-border investment fund collaboration, as well as advancements in the biomedicine and big health industries. The plenary session is themed “Strengthening the Resilience of the Greater Bay Area’s Industrial Chains and Promoting Synergy for Global Economic Development”, and the four parallel panels will focus on topics such as “Promoting Synergistic Development of the Greater Bay Area’s Technology and Industry Innovation by Leveraging its Advantages”, “Empowering Connection Between the Greater Bay Area and International Markets Through Cultural Tourism and Exhibitions”, “Promoting the Integration of Investment Fund Resources and Development Opportunities”, and “Enhancing Research Commercialization and International Market Competitiveness of the Big Health Industries”. The Conference will also launch the “Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Supply Chain Promotion Report 2026” and the important outcomes such as the “Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Shared Arbitrator Mechanism”, providing policy directives and collaborative avenues for enterprises looking for opportunities in the region. Business Matching, Site Visits and Local Signature Products Session to Bolster Exchanges During the event, approximately 100 enterprises from Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao, spanning various sectors including logistics, e-commerce, big health, high technology, and food industry supply chain, will participate in the exchange sessions and engage in one-on-one business matching sessions. The Conference will launch its first Greater Bay Area Co-operation and Exchange Session on

[2026/10/09] The First Ordinary Plenary Meeting of the Committee for the Development of Conventions and Exhibitions in 2026

The first ordinary plenary meeting of the Committee for the Development of Conventions and Exhibitions in 2026 was convened on 6 October, chaired by Ng Wai Han, Secretary for Economy and Finance and Chairman of the Committee for the Development of Conventions and Exhibitions. The Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (“IPIM”) introduced the latest developments in Macao’s MICE (Meetings, Incentives, Conferences, and Exhibitions) industry, and two forthcoming MICE support schemes set to bolster the competitiveness of local MICE industry. Meanwhile, the Industrial Development Bureau of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Co-operation Zone in Hengqin (hereinafter referred to as the “Co-operation Zone”) presented the information of Hengqin International Convention and Exhibition Center and associated operational plans. Committee members also exchanged views on the future development of Macao’s MICE industry. Secretary Ng Wai Han urged the new committee members to make full use of their professional expertise and extensive experience to collectively improve the quality development of Macao’s MICE industry, thereby contributing to the appropriately diversified economy in Macao. She emphasised that Macao’s MICE industry, as one of the “1+4” key industries, plays a significant role in the development of service industry, investment promotion and expansion of market collaboration. While the sector consolidates its existing strengths, it should also pro-actively align with the national “15 th Five-Year Plan” strategy. By seizing development opportunities such as the construction of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area and the Commercial and Trade Co-operation Service Platform between China and Portuguese-speaking Countries, local MICE stakeholders should constantly expand their international co-operation networks in Portuguese-speaking, Spanish-speaking, and Southeast Asian markets. They should not only deepen regional partnerships, but also leverage the MICE platform’s outreach to connect markets, foster collaborations, and cater to industry needs. Giving Full Play to the Platform Role of the MICE, Macao and Hengqin Joining Hands to Bolster the Strategy among Industries In her speech, Secretary Ng pointed out three major tasks: Firstly, improving the functions of the international platform and enhancing the competitiveness of Macao’s MICE brand. Local MICE stakeholders should continue to strengthen collaborations with international MICE organisers and professional entities, actively bidding for more prominent MICE projects with global influence and industry-driving force to be hosted in Macao. Secondly, giving full play to capabilities of the MICE platform to empower the development of the “1+4” industries. Centred on fostering the integration of “Industries + MICE,” it is crucial to actively harness the platform impact

[2026/10/08] Three Concurrent Exhibitions to Feature Ten Themed Business Matching Sessions Precisely Connecting Businesses with Portuguese- and Spanish-Speaking Markets and Technology and Innovation Co-operation

Building on Macao’s unique advantages as a platform between China and Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries and as a regional economic and trade hub, the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) will concurrently hold the 31 st Macao International Trade & Investment Fair (31 st MIF), the 2026 Portuguese Speaking Countries Products and Services Exhibition (Macao) (2026PLPEX), and the Macao Franchise Expo 2026 (2026MFE) at the same venue from 21 to 24 October (Wednesday to Saturday), featuring a total of ten themed business matching events. Focusing on featured products from Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries, Big Health, technological innovation, first-store and brand co-operation, agriculture, food and beverages, cross-border e-commerce, and cross-sector IP collaborations, among other themes, the sessions will attract investment through exhibitions and facilitate high-quality co-operation across multiple sectors. Ten themed business matching sessions connect participants with listed and leading enterprises to support global expansion and project implementation This year, the three exhibitions share the theme “Macao: The Global Hub of Business Convergence”. Among the ten themed business matching sessions, a Spanish-Speaking Countries Special Products Business Matching Session will be held to further strengthen the functions of Macao’s platform between China and Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries. Bringing together exhibitors from Spanish-speaking countries, the session will connect them with buyers and trade visitors from the Chinese mainland and Macao in the catering, alcoholic beverages, coffee, and agricultural products sectors, broadening supply and demand channels and tapping the potential of international markets, including Spanish-speaking countries. The China-Portuguese-speaking Countries Agricultural Industry Chain Co-operation Forum and Business Matching Session will deepen agricultural exchanges and co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking countries, with discussions and business matching focusing on areas such as cultivation technologies and agricultural product processing. In response to the practical needs of enterprises seeking global expansion and cross-border co-operation, this year’s Big Health Industry Going Global Business Matching Session will further expand its business matching channels with overseas markets, including Portuguese-speaking countries and Southeast Asia. In addition, the First-Store Economy and Brand Investment Business Matching Session will help enterprises capitalise on opportunities arising from the development of Macao’s first-store economy. Representatives of listed enterprises, renowned brands, business associations and chambers of commerce from the Chinese mainland, Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries, Southeast Asian countries and other markets will be invited to attend, providing participating enterprises and trade visitors with opportunities for business negotiations, facilitating project implementation and fostering long-term co-operation. Leveraging Macao’s unique advantages to

[2026/09/30] 2026MFE to Gather Diverse International Brands and Enhance Cross-Sector Matching for Exhibitors

The Macao Franchise Expo 2026 (2026MFE), jointly organised by the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) of the Macao SAR, the Macau Chain Stores & Franchise Association, and the Macao International Brand Enterprise Commercial Association, will take place from 21 to 24 October 2026 (Wednesday to Saturday) at the Cotai Expo, The Venetian Macao. This year’s MFE will enhance cross-sector matching for brand exhibitors, with a particular focus on two signature sections: coffee and bakery. Leveraging resources from the 31 st Macao International Trade & Investment Fair (31 st MIF) and the 2026 Portuguese Speaking Countries Products and Services Exhibition (Macao) (2026PLPEX), both of which will be held concurrently at the same venue, the organisers will establish a comprehensive end-to-end service chain comprising the evaluation and selection of coffee beans from Portuguese-speaking countries, brewing competitions, public tastings, and business matching sessions. This will fully showcase Macao’s role as a platform between China and Portuguese-speaking countries whilst generating greater brand exposure and commercial benefits. Bringing together renowned brands from home and abroad to seize new consumer trends and business opportunities With an exhibition area of around 6,000 square metres, the 2026MFE will centre on the Brand Studio, which comprises four main sections: Baking Club, Coffee Bazaar, Lifestyle Club, and IP Licensing Trend Club. The event will present leading and well-known brands from the Chinese mainland, Macao, and Southeast Asia, and other regions and countries, some of which will be making their overseas debut. Products on display will include new consumer goods, smart mobility equipment, homeware, and dining services, reflecting contemporary lifestyles and emerging consumer trends. The event will also feature original IPs, cultural and creative designer toys, IP derivatives, and licensing agencies, in order to support the overseas expansion of IPs and to explore new collaborative models, such as “IP + retail” and “IP + services”. During the exhibition, visitors can unlock a themed check-in map across the exhibition areas and redeem speciality items such as coffee, bread, and IP goods by completing designated check-in routes. This immersive experience will encourage visitors to gain a deeper understanding of the exhibiting enterprises and event activities. Extending the reach and impact of the “exhibition + inspection + business matching” model to drive Macao’s first-store economy and historic area revitalisation To extend the reach and impact of the 2026MFE’s “exhibition + inspection + business matching” model to drive Macao’s first-store economy and historic area

[2026/09/25] Macao MICE Industry Celebrates Double Success: Deepening Macao-Hengqin Synergies to Unlock New MICE Opportunities in Southeast Asia

At two recent prestigious annual global MICE industry events—the M&C Asia Stella Awards ceremony held in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia in August, and the TTG Travel Awards 2026 ceremony held in Bangkok, Thailand in September—Macao was once again awarded "Best Conventions Destination (Asia)" and "Best BT-MICE City", marking the fourth consecutive year that Macao has won these international MICE accolades, which were accepted by Che Weng Keong, President of the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (hereinafter referred to as "IPIM") of the Macao SAR, and IPIM Director Elaine Wong, respectively on behalf of Macao. Since the beginning of this year, Macao’s MICE industry has garnered multiple awards, including honours such as "Best Destination for Annual Meetings", "Best International MICE City", and "Most Influential MICE Destination". These accolades fully reflect the continuous enhancement of Macao's comprehensive competitiveness and international influence in the MICE industry. Expanding the Macao-Hengqin MICE Collaboration Network to Connect with Global MICE Resources To further expand the MICE collaboration network between Macao and Hengqin, IPIM representatives joined forces with the Industrial Development Bureau of the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Co-operation Zone in Hengqin and market representatives of the Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) in Thailand during the award presentation period. Together, they organised over 20 Macao and Hengqin MICE-related institutions and enterprises to participate in MICE matching and negotiation events, namely "M&C Asia Connections 2026" and the "Incentive Travel & Conventions, Meetings Asia 2026" (IT&CMA). The Macao delegates conducted over 700 business meetings with international merchants, actively publicising the MICE environment and advantages of Macao and Hengqin, so as to recruit more international MICE events to be hosted in Macao SAR and the Co-operation Zone in Hengqin. During the events, IPIM once again arranged for participating enterprises to attend the "Global MICE Collaborative Certification" (GMC) training course jointly organized by three authoritative international MICE organisations—the International Association of Exhibitions and Events (IAEE), Meeting Professionals International (MPI), and the Society for Incentive Travel Excellence (SITE). The training aims to strengthen the professional capacities of local MICE practitioners in conference planning, exhibition management, and international reception, enhancing the quality of local MICE services to align with international standards. Continuously Cultivating Relationships in Southeast Asia to Drive International MICE Co-operation To implement the tasks outlined in the MSAR "Third Five-Year Plan" regarding inviting and bidding for more international high-quality MICE projects to be held in Macao, IPIM pro-actively participated in target regions’ MICE events

[2026/09/24] 2026PLPEX to Present Selected Products from Nine PSCs in Five Exhibition Zones and Unlock China-PSC Business Opportunities

The 2026 Portuguese Speaking Countries Products and Services Exhibition (Macao) (2026PLPEX) will be held from 21 to 24 October 2026 (Wednesday to Saturday) at the Cotai Expo, The Venetian Macao. With the theme “Macao: The Global Hub of Business Convergence”, the event will showcase distinctive industries, products, and services from nine Portuguese-speaking countries (PSCs). Through the exhibition, business matching sessions, and professional forums, the event will give full play to Macao’s unique role as a Commerce and Trade Co-operation Platform for China and Portuguese-speaking Countries and thus promote economic and trade exchanges and industrial matching between China and PSCs. Five exhibition zones unveiled to strengthen China-PSC industrial matching and co-operation Spanning approximately 8,000 square metres, the 2026PLPEX will comprise five exhibition zones on cross-border e-commerce, agriculture, the blue economy, food and beverages, and professional services. The Cross-Border E-Commerce Zone will offer a gateway for enterprises looking to enter the Chinese mainland market or expand into PSCs by integrating resources such as e-commerce platforms, cross-border logistics, and marketing. Meanwhile, premium agricultural products and related resources from PSCs will be on display in the Agricultural Industry Zone , where business matching sessions will be held in conjunction with the concurrent China-Portuguese Speaking Countries International Agricultural Expo to facilitate exchange and co-operation. The Blue Economy Zone will focus on marine technology and the development of related industries, exploring the potential for cross-national industrial collaboration, while the Portuguese-Speaking Countries Products Sales Area will feature a Tasting Lounge and an Experience Zone, combining business procurement with cultural immersion. The Professional Service Zone will bring together service providers from Macao and Hengqin to assist PSC enterprises in establishing a presence in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA). A collection of fine agricultural and food products from PSCs with diverse activities at PLPEX to foster co-operation PSCs span vast territories with diverse climates, giving them a competitive edge in producing speciality agricultural and sideline products such as coffee and wine. The 2026PLPEX will therefore gather quality brands, including a Brazilian speciality coffee brand with over 140 years of history and a Brazilian cachaça brand with nearly 80 years of brewing heritage, from this major global region for agricultural production and export. The event will also feature a diverse range of themed activities, including the G100 x 2026PLPEX Most Promising Portuguese-Speaking Countries Wines and Spirits Award and the 2026 Portuguese-Speaking Countries Coffee Bean Competition and Award Ceremony.

[2026/09/23] Global Legal & Sustainable Timber Forum 2026 Closes Today, Facilitating Over 140 Business Matching Sessions with Signed Agreements Totalling MOP 2 Billion

The Global Legal & Sustainable Timber Forum 2026 (GLSTF 2026) came to a successful close today (23 September). The two-day event featured a main forum, four specialised sub-forums, multiple side events, and over 140 business matching sessions. Six international and local co-operation deliverables were unveiled at the event, over 30% of which were initiated by Macao institutions and businesses, and the total value of the signed agreements amounted to MOP 2 billion, showcasing Macao’s active contribution to the high-quality, sustainable development of the global timber industry chain. Multiple international partnership outcomes delivered to drive industry upgrades The GLSTF 2026 saw a marked rise in its global impact, characterised by broader international participation, a stronger presence of Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries, more international partnerships, and deeper engagement from Macao. This afternoon, the event hosts and organiser held a joint press conference, where Sheam Satkuru, Executive Director of the International Tropical Timber Organization (ITTO); Wong Yee Lam, Director of the Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM); and Luo Xinjian, Secretary-General of the Global Green Supply Chains Initiative (GGSC), reported on the event’s execution and achievements. Deeper engagement with Macao and fruitful results for businesses This year’s forum saw significantly enhanced participation from local organisations, higher education institutions, and enterprises in Macao. The Macau University of Science and Technology officially joined the research team of the Global Timber Index (GTI) platform. Several Macao organisations jointly launched the International Cooperation and Innovation Center for Green Transformation of Global Supply Chain, and began drafting the Standard for Biomass Aviation Fuel and the Macao Green Standard Management System, to lay the foundations for local standardisation and the research and development of green technologies. Additionally, Macao enterprises participated in the signing of a co-operation agreement on jointly building a Muslim-friendly market environment in Macao, while local tech service providers and green industry bodies signed a co-operation agreement with a Thai industry association on the application of the Blockchain-based Timber Traceability System-Trading Platform (BTTS-TP). Furthermore, Macao tech enterprises reached a co-operation agreement on jointly developing a Macao digital intelligence platform for green procurement, further giving play to Macao’s role as a bridge in international collaboration by linking the supply of green products from the Chinese mainland with demand in Macao and overseas markets. There were multiple business matching sessions and a timber display alongside the main forum. Regarding the official launch and operation of BTTS-TP in Macao, a