[2026/10/23] Three Concurrent Exhibitions Conclude on 24 October; Ten Themed Sessions Facilitate Over 700 Business Matches and Support Enterprises in Expanding Overseas

Serving as an international trade and business co-operation platform, 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) have hosted a total of ten themed business matching sessions during the exhibition period, facilitating more than 700 business matching meetings. The ten themed sessions cover Spanish-speaking countries’ speciality products, the global expansion of the Big Health industry, technology and innovation projects, food and beverages, agricultural industry chains, cross-border e-commerce, products from Portuguese-speaking countries, the coffee industry, first-store and brand investment, and IP licensing. More than 700 business representatives from the Chinese mainland, Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries, Southeast Asia, Europe, Hong Kong and Macao have taken part, representing listed companies, industry-leading enterprises, prominent brands, and business and trade associations. The sessions have provided a platform for targeted and efficient business matching. A first-time exhibitor from a Spanish-speaking country said that it had exceeded its participation targets. In addition to establishing supply connections with Macao hotels and food distributors for meat and ham products, the company also explored opportunities to export to markets in Southeast Asia and South China through its participation in the exhibition. An exhibitor from the Chinese mainland secured a six-figure wellness tourism co-operation project through business matching and acknowledged Macao’s MICE platform as an effective bridge for trade and business co-operation. Meanwhile, a medical enterprise from a Portuguese-speaking country partnered with a Hong Kong enterprise to launch training courses on traditional Chinese medicine therapies, while also establishing connections with several local traditional Chinese medicine enterprises in Macao, leveraging Macao’s platform for co-operation between China and Portuguese-speaking countries to advance its business development. “Exhibition + inspection + business matching” model creates pathways for project implementation To further extend the impact of the three exhibitions and accelerate the implementation of promising projects, the organisers have adopted an “exhibition + inspection + business matching” model in support of the development of ‘Macao + Hengqin’ and the first-store economy. A total of ten inspection visits have been arranged during the exhibition period, five of which were completed during the first three days. A number of “Multi-venue Events” have been organised, with business representatives from the Chinese mainland, Portuguese-speaking countries, Southeast Asia, Hong Kong and Macao visiting the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Co-operation Zone in Hengqin and a number of major attractions in Macao. The

[2026/10/22] The Fourth Business Conference on Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development Opened Showcasing Regional Co-operation Outcomes and Promoting Synergy for Global Economic Development

The Fourth Business Conference on Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Development, jointly held by the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT), the People’s Government of Guangdong Province, the Hong Kong SAR Government and the Macao SAR Government, opened on 22 October at the Cotai Expo of the Venetian Macao. The event has attracted over 1,000 representatives from political and commercial sectors of 25 countries and regions to explore new development opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), promoting regional co-operation and international economic and trade exchanges, and fostering synergy for global economic development. At the opening ceremony, Chief Executive of the Macao SAR Sam Hou Fai, Vice-Chairman of the National Committee of the Chinese People’s Political Consultative Conference Leung Chun-ying, Chief Executive of the Hong Kong SAR Lee Ka-chiu, President of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT) Ren Hongbin, and Vice Governor of Guangdong Province Zhang Guozhi, delivered speeches and video presentations respectively. Leveraging the Greater Bay Area’s Strengths to Deepen High-Level Opening-Up In his address, Chief Executive of the Macao SAR Sam Hou Fai underlined the objectives of the Conference: to build a practical and efficient co-operation platform rooted in the Greater Bay Area and oriented towards the world, fostering in-depth exchanges and the exploration of opportunities among business communities at home and abroad. Looking ahead, Macao will leverage Macao–Hengqin integration as a starting point to better integrate into and serve the overall national development, contributing Macao’s strengths to this endeavour. The Macao SAR Government sincerely welcomes investors from home and abroad to capitalise on the preferential policies and market opportunities of Macao and the Greater Bay Area. In his address, CCPIT President Ren Hongbin highlighted the solid progress and achievements made in the development of the Greater Bay Area in recent years. He noted that the development of the Greater Bay Area has entered a crucial moment of transitioning from shape-taking stage to quality-improving stage. At this new starting point—the first year of the 15 th Five-Year Plan—CCPIT stands ready to help business communities around the world seize the market, investment and growth opportunities arising from the development of the Greater Bay Area, and to advance its development. Ng Wai Han, Secretary for Economy and Finance of the Macao SAR Government, stated in her address that the Conference aims to leverage the comprehensive strengths of the Greater Bay Area

[2026/10/22] Three Concurrent Exhibitions Open Free to the Public for Three Consecutive Days AI Technology, Lusophone and Hispanic Delicacies, Coffee and Baking, Plus 20,000 Gifts All in One Visit

Bringing together more than 1,000 exhibitors from Asia, the Americas, Europe and Africa, 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) are open free to the public for three consecutive days from 22 October at Cotai Expo Halls A, B and C, The Venetian Macao , from 10:00 to 18:00 each day . A wide range of cutting-edge exhibits are displayed on site, including AI technologies, featured products from Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries, new consumer brands and trendy IP collectibles. More than 20,000 gifts and vouchers are also distributed free of charge. Members of the public are welcome to visit and gain one-stop insights into industrial development trends while experiencing the diversity and vitality of Macao’s MICE sector. A Guide to Exploring the Three Exhibitions Spanning approximately 30,000 square metres across eleven themed exhibition zones, the three exhibitions feature more than 1,000 exhibitors from over 30 countries and regions across Asia, Europe, the Americas and Africa, which fully demonstrates Macao’s unique strengths as a regional platform for conventions, exhibitions, and business co-operation. The 31 st MIF comprises four themed exhibition zones, showcasing industrial achievements and featured products from Macao and abroad. The “Technology and Creativity Zone” and the “Big Health and Modern Lifestyle Zone” feature key exhibits aligned with Macao’s “1+4” industries, including an AI scent generator, exoskeleton robots, an AI-powered body constitution assessment and wellness beverage machine, and cultural and creative products inspired by the Palace Museum. The newly introduced “Spanish-Speaking Countries Industry Pavilion”, located within the “Economic & Trade Investment and Industrial Co-operation Zone”, offers a selection of products from Spanish-speaking countries, including Iberian ham, natural skincare products and international women’s footwear brands. The Macao Business Exhibition Zone and Macao Ideas focus on showcasing and selling selected local products under the “Made in Macao”, “Macao Brand” and “Macao Design” labels, as well as products certified under the “M-Mark” Macao Product Quality Certification. The 2026PLPEX presents products and services from nine Portuguese-speaking countries across five themed exhibition zones. The “Agricultural Industry Zone” and the “Portuguese-Speaking Countries Products Sales Area” feature an array of authentic products from Portuguese-speaking countries, including speciality coffee from a century-old brand, artisanal cheeses, cachaça, speciality puddings and nuts. The 2026MFE features two distinctive sections, the “ Brand Studio” and the “ IP Licensing

[2026/10/21] “2026 Mainland-Macao Business Associations Joint Conference” – Building a New Pattern of World-class Bay Area Economic and Trade Collaboration

The “2026 Mainland-Macao Business Associations Joint Conference” was held in Macao on 21 st October, engaging over 50 representatives from trade promotion associations and chambers of commerce from the Chinese mainland and Macao to exchange insights on topics such as building a new pattern of economic and trade collaboration in the Greater Bay Area through the China-PSCs platform and empowering mainland enterprises to explore international markets in Portuguese-speaking countries. Serving as a bridge, the Joint Conference actively promotes collaboration between the business communities of the Chinese mainland and Macao, while facilitating project matching and implementation. The event was attended by special guests such as Ng Wai Han, Secretary for Economy and Finance of the Macao Special Administrative Region Government; Ren Hongbin, Chairman of the China Council for the Promotion of International Trade (CCPIT); and Che Weng Keong, President of Macao Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM). In his address, Ren Hongbin highlighted CCPIT's efforts in consolidating the resources of the national CCPIT system to enhance collaboration with the Macao business sectors including MICE, supply chains, the China and Portuguese-speaking countries (PSCs) platform, and the high-quality development of the “Belt and Road” Initiative. In addition, CCPIT will give full play to the Mainland-Macao Business Associations Joint Conference mechanism to assist Macao in better integrating into and contributing to the overall development of the country. Enhancing Project Resource Co - ordination and Exploring International Markets Collaboratively In his address, IPIM president Che Weng Keong expressed his aspiration to enhance project and resource co-ordination with chambers of commerce from various regions to jointly expand investment co-operation; to deepen Macao-Hengqin joint investment promotion to offer more holistic services for enterprise expansion; to jointly explore Macao-Hengqin co-operation opportunities by pooling industrial resources of chambers of commerce from various regions; and to assist local enterprises in expanding into the Greater Bay Area market. Leveraging Advantages of the Macao Platform to Facilitate Two-way Investment Promotion At the event, leaders and representatives from trade promotion associations and chambers of commerce engaged in several topics, such as leveraging the special advantages of the Macao platform to facilitate two-way investment promotion and fostering Chinese mainland enterprises to explore markets in Portuguese-speaking countries. Ma Chi Ngai, Director General of Macao Chamber of Commerce, Lei Si Tai, Director General of the Industrial Association of Macau, Sio Chi Wai, Director General of the Macau Importers and Exporters Association, Frank Tang, President of the

[2026/10/21] Three Concurrent Exhibitions Kick Off on 21 October, with 74 Agreements Signed on Day One

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) were concurrently launched yesterday (21 October). At the opening ceremony, the Global Services Trade Development Index Report 2026 (English edition) was released outside the Chinese mainland for the first time, and nine co-operation agreements were signed on-site. A total of 74 agreements were inked on the first day of the three exhibitions, covering high technology, traditional Chinese medicine and big health, featured finance, cross-border e-commerce, and product agent and procurement services, to further enrich Macao’s “1+4” key industries and inject momentum into Macao’s appropriate economic diversification. Building on Macao’s unique strengths as a gateway between the Chinese mainland and the rest of the world, the four-day exhibitions have brought together business representatives, including exhibitors, trade visitors, and expert speakers, from 55 countries and regions. The exhibitions showcase products and achievements from Asia, the Americas, Europe and Africa in areas such as cutting-edge technological applications, new consumer trends, and modern agricultural innovations. These are complemented by over 90 diverse economic and trade activities, including forums, matching sessions and inspection tours, which are expected to tap into global business opportunities. Through the “Exhibition + Inspection + Matching” model, the three exhibitions aim to foster in-depth exchanges and co-operation on products, technology and investment between domestic and overseas enterprises, and to fully unleash the clustering, spillover and empowering effects of Macao’s flagship exhibitions. Harnessing the synergies of the three exhibitions to enhance international economic and trade co-operation The joint opening ceremony was officiated by Sam Hou Fai, Chief Executive of the Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR); Zheng Xincong, Director of the Liaison Office of the Central People’s Government in the Macao SAR; Bian Lixin, Commissioner of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the People’s Republic of China in the Macao SAR; Cheong Weng Chon, President of the Legislative Assembly of the Macao SAR; João Moura, Secretary of State for Agriculture of the Ministry of Agriculture and Fisheries of the Portuguese Republic; and numerous senior officials at or above vice-ministerial level from Jiangsu Province, Fujian Province, the Ningxia Hui Autonomous Region, and other regions. In her address at the opening ceremony, Ng Wai Han, Secretary for Economy and Finance of the Macao SAR Government, stated that this year’s three exhibitions demonstrate Macao’s role as

[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