Macao's Public Security Police Force and Identification Services Bureau have jointly introduced new electronic services for Residence Authorization Certificate collection and Macao Non-permanent Resident Identity Card renewal. Launched on October 20, 2025, these services aim to enhance efficiency and convenience for eligible residents through the 'Macao One Account' platform and self-service kiosks.
The University of Macau (UM) has made a significant leap into the global top 150 universities for the first time, securing the 145th position in the Times Higher Education (THE) 2026 World University Rankings. This marks a notable rise of 35 places from its previous ranking, highlighting its growing international recognition.
Macao has recorded over 303,000 visitor arrivals during the initial two days of the 2025 October Golden Week holiday. Authorities anticipate a total of 1.2 million visitors for the entire eight-day period, signaling a robust recovery for the city's tourism sector.
Macao's Judiciary Police have seized over 31 kilograms of cannabis buds, valued at approximately 31.7 million Macao patacas, in what authorities describe as the city's largest drug trafficking case. Three men, two Malaysian nationals and one Hong Kong resident, were arrested at Macau International Airport in connection with the international smuggling operation.
Macau's casinos have reopened from 2 AM on Thursday, September 25, following a 33-hour suspension due to the passage of Super Typhoon Ragasa. The closure, mandated by authorities, aimed to ensure public safety during the powerful storm that impacted the region.
The 2025 THE FACT MUSIC AWARDS (TMA) successfully concluded on September 20, 2025, at the Macao Outdoor Performance Venue. Marking its first-ever outdoor ceremony and the first Korean awards show at this 50,000-capacity venue, the event celebrated K-Pop's biggest stars, with Stray Kids, aespa, and IVE among the top honorees.
