AGP Executive Report

Food Safety Publicity Week: Macau’s 15th Food Safety Publicity Week runs this month around World Food Safety Day, with a “Technological Supervision of Food Safety Progress” forum and a public “Safe and Healthy Food” talk at Patane Municipal Market Complex. Aviation Governance: Former Economy and Finance secretary Anton Tai Kin Ip and ex-Sports Bureau chief Pun Weng Kun have been appointed to the board of Macau International Airport for a three-year term. Smart Payments in Macao: MACAU Pass says its AI-powered e-wallet and merchant services are expanding, with MPay covering most residents and supporting cross-border payments via Alipay+. AI in Finance: AI services are rolling out in Macao’s payment and finance sectors, aiming to boost adoption of digital tools for businesses. Biotech Deal: Eli Lilly and Ascidian signed a $1.9bn RNA exon editor collaboration targeting inherited kidney diseases. Public Health: SSM reports rising influenza-like illness consultations since mid-February and urges flu and COVID-19 prevention. Healthcare Tech: Macao Union Medical Centre introduced the city’s first 3T MRI simulation positioning system to improve MRI-guided radiotherapy planning. Macao Tech Expo Buzz: BEYOND Expo 2026 highlighted real-world AI applications in Macao, including AI glasses showcased by iFlytek.

Space & Education: China launched Shenzhou-23 to the Tiangong space station, with Li Jiaying (Lai Ka-ying) becoming the first taikonaut from Hong Kong to fly. In Beijing, students from Hong Kong and Macao joined the Young Ambassadors talent show, featuring AI and quadruped-robot demos. Robotics & AI Trade: At BEYOND Expo in Macao, embodied AI firms showcased robots and pushed overseas plans, while Pudu Robotics said it’s exploring a Hong Kong listing amid geopolitical supply-chain pressure. Macao Health Tech: Macao Union Medical Centre introduced the city’s first 3T MRI simulation positioning system to improve MRI-guided radiotherapy planning. Public Health: SSM reported rising influenza-like illness consultations and urged flu and COVID-19 prevention. Local Economy & Gaming: Macau’s May GGR hit MOP22.61b (+6.7% y/y), with analysts pointing to events like UFC Fight Night at Galaxy Arena. Business & Talent: DSAL opened applications for a 2026 internship programme with 850 placements across sectors, including technology. Healthcare Research: A Macau-linked study in Precision Clinical Medicine explored how autophagy may shape ferroptosis in bladder cancer.

Medical Tech in Macau: Macao Union Medical Centre introduced the city’s first 3T MRI simulation positioning system to support more precise MRI-guided radiotherapy planning, including a first local case for meningioma. Public Health: SSM reported rising influenza-like illness consultations since mid-February, with influenza activity at a moderate epidemic level and urged residents to step up flu and COVID-19 prevention. Jobs & Skills: DSAL opened applications for its 2026 Career Development Internship Programme, offering 850 placements across nine sectors, including technology roles that may be based in Zhuhai/Hengqin. Local Science & Biodiversity: UM’s Library exhibition “Rediscovering Macau’s Wild” runs until Aug 28, featuring about 1,400 insect specimens to boost conservation awareness. Smart City & Policy Tech: AMCM entered e-MOP sandbox testing using a whitelist of users, targeting phased rollout for retail and beyond. GBA Construction Standards: Guangdong and Hong Kong signed an agreement to standardise construction practices, aiming to shape Greater Bay Area construction standards with Macau-linked coordination. Tourism Tech & ESG: UTM hosted a webinar on sustainable hospitality, highlighting ESG reporting and AI-enabled resource efficiency. Gaming Economy Watch: Macau May GGR hit MOP22.61b (+6.7% y/y), but analysts expect June growth to flatten as VIP hold remains a key swing factor. Cross-border Business Branding: DSEDT launched the “MARCA✦MACAU Plan” to help local brands and livestream influencers expand overseas, with first selections expected in October.

Coastal Safety: Researchers at Science Tokyo say Macau’s typhoon resilience is improving thanks to earlier warnings, color-coded storm-surge alerts, and clearer government evacuation guidance—reducing storm-surge impacts without relying on massive seawalls. Neurotech & AI: Gestala founder Phoenix Peng told BEYOND Expo 2026 that brain-computer interfaces could become a “translation layer” for mind-to-machine communication, using AI to decode noisy ultrasound-derived brain signals. Biopharma Deal: Haisco signed a USD3 billion R&D collaboration with Eli Lilly to develop up to five innovative drug programs, with Lilly holding commercialization rights outside China and Haisco keeping rights for Macau and other Greater China markets. US Chip Curbs: New US Commerce guidance tightens rules so advanced AI chip exports need licenses for entities headquartered in China or Macau, even via overseas subsidiaries. Local Business Export Push: DSEDT launched the “Macau Signature Brand Plan” to help local brands and livestream influencers sell overseas, with the first batch of selected applicants expected in October. Digital Pataca Progress: AMCM says e-MOP is now in sandbox testing using a whitelist of users, targeting a 2027 launch. Gaming Update: Macau’s May GGR hit MOP22.61 billion (+6.7% y/y), but analysts warn June growth may flatten as VIP performance is hit by low hold. Tech Showcase: BEYOND Expo 2026 wrapped up with an “AI: Digital to Physical” focus, drawing 30,000+ visitors and nearly 800 companies.

AI & Robotics in Macao: BEYOND Expo 2026 wrapped up its “AI: Digital to Physical” push, drawing 30,000+ visitors and nearly 800 exhibitors, with demos spanning humanoids, robotics, spatial computing and AI agents. Local Tech Promotion: Macao’s DSEDT launched the “MARCA✦MACAU Plan” to build a shared Macau brand and help local products and services expand via cross-border e-commerce and influencer livestreaming. Smart Media Tools: LINKER Technology debuted OttoBox, an AI-native video creation assistant that can draft rough cuts from text and speed up editing workflows. Healthcare & Biotech Deals: Haisco signed a licensing and research collaboration with Eli Lilly to develop innovative medicines across multiple therapeutic areas. Medical Devices Expansion: ReNerve secured a distribution agreement to commercialise NervAlign across Hong Kong, Macau and the Greater Bay Area. Gaming Economy Watch: Macau’s May gross gaming revenue rose 6.7% to about US$2.8B, lifting casino stocks. Policy & Compliance: China tightened outbound tech investment rules, adding approval and potential retaliatory measures for sensitive deals. Community & Safety: A Kwai Chung cyclist died after a bus crash; authorities also fast-tracked consultation on Road Traffic Law amendments.

BEYOND Expo 2026 (Macao): The “AI: Digital to Physical” tech fair at The Venetian Cotai Expo drew nearly 800 exhibitors and pushed embodied intelligence, robotics, spatial computing and AI agents, with iFLYTEK debuting smart AI glasses offering real-time translation in 122 languages. Smart City & AI Showcase: ZTE’s CDO told attendees it wants to build an open “digital tropical rainforest” ecosystem overseas, stressing local data centers for latency and stricter data-security compliance. Health Tech & Biopharma: Ascentage Pharma shared new ASCO 2026 updates on olverembatinib in CML, including long-term second-line results and combination data with blinatumomab. Macau Gaming Economics: CreditSights flagged a gap between rising visitor numbers and slower recovery in gaming spend per capita, pointing to a changed junket landscape. Regional Trade Logistics: HKPC and DHL will host an SME forum on global expansion, targeting barriers like customs complexity and logistics costs. Greater Bay Area Mobility: China streamlined entry for Hong Kong and Macao yachts, cutting paperwork and customs guarantee deposits for designated-city routes. Local Research & Exercise: A study led by Macao Polytechnic University suggests 560–610 minutes of weekly exercise could cut cardiovascular risk by over 30%. Medical Device Distribution: ReNerve signed an exclusive distribution deal with STC to commercialise NervAlign across Hong Kong, Macau and the Greater Bay Area, with first orders already shipping to Hong Kong.

Greater Bay Area Maritime Ease: China’s State Council approved a policy that streamlines entry for Hong Kong- and Macao-registered yachts, exempting them from customs guarantee deposits and extra paperwork when they temporarily enter and sail only within designated ports in nine Guangdong cities. BEYOND Expo 2026 Tech Push: Macao’s BEYOND Expo 2026 (theme “AI: Digital to Physical”) is drawing nearly 800 exhibitors and global visitors, spotlighting embodied intelligence, robotics, spatial computing and AI agents, with iFLYTEK’s smart glasses offering real-time translation in 122 languages. Health & Research in Focus: A Lancet-published Phase III study reports sacituzumab tirumotecan (sac-TMT) plus pembrolizumab as first-line treatment for PD-L1-positive NSCLC, while a British Journal of Sports Medicine study links 560–610 minutes of weekly exercise to over 30% lower cardiovascular risk, citing Macao Polytechnic University research. Smart City & Local Services: UM held Congregation 2026, and Macao’s IAM launched a “Food Safety Week” with a theme on technological supervision for safer takeaway and healthier diets. Gaming Tech & Industry Moves: Aruze unveiled its Summit Reach premium slot signage concept at G2E Asia in Macau, and Cartamundi began full production of “Bee Macau,” positioning a local card factory as a supply-chain boost for casino operators.

University & Talent: UM held Congregation 2026, with Secretary O praising the university’s 45-year role in blending education, technology and talent for Macao, and calling UM a global gateway for China’s higher education. AI at BEYOND Expo: BEYOND Expo 2026 in Macao spotlighted “AI: Digital to Physical,” with iFLYTEK unveiling AI glasses offering real-time translation in 122 languages and on-lens display, while organizers said the show drew nearly 800 international exhibitors. Smart Robotics Showcase: Matrix Robotics displayed its MATRIX-3 humanoid at BEYOND Expo Macao, showing bipedal walking and precision hand tasks aimed at industrial and service use. Wearable AI for Everyday Work: iFLYTEK’s smart glasses push “communication without boundaries,” positioning glasses as a continuous, hands-free AI assistant rather than a phone replacement. Local Tech & Innovation Ecosystem: HKUST and CICC wrapped up the 2026 Hong Kong Innovation Forum, focusing on building a global innovation ecosystem and strengthening industry–capital links across the GBA. Public Health Tech Talk: IAM launched Macao’s 15th Food Safety Week, including a forum on “Technological Supervision of Food Safety Progress” with regional food safety agencies. Smart City & Gaming Supply Chain: Cartamundi said its new Macau playing card factory “Bee Macau” is a strategic addition to its global network, supporting casino operators with flexible, near-market production. Human-Robot Coexistence in Culture: Galaxy’s Mach33 humanoid robot fashion show in Seoul paired robots with human models, framing “physical AI” as a new coexistence era.

BEYOND Expo 2026 (Macao) Tech Showcase: iFLYTEK unveiled its AI smart glasses at the Venetian Macao Cotai Expo, promising real-time translation in 122 languages plus a “GlassClaw” assistant for tasks like planning and email drafting, with pre-orders set for June 15. Smart City & AI-to-Industry Push: The expo theme “AI: Digital to Physical” highlighted how AI is moving from screens into robots and physical manufacturing, with nearly 800 international exhibitors. Local Innovation Hardware: Makera brought its Makera Z1 desktop CNC to BEYOND Expo, winning a Best of Innovation award and targeting global pre-orders on June 9. Macao Research Spotlight: UM researchers published a Nature Biotechnology study mapping the global optogenetics patent landscape, pointing to clinical translation progress and shifting innovation trends. Macao Finance Watch: The Monetary Authority of Macao reported lower composite interest rates for the Macao pataca and HK dollar in Q1 2026. Regional Tech & Mobility: XPeng showcased its “physical AI” lineup at the GBA Auto Show, underscoring the EV-to-AI crossover.

AI at BEYOND Expo 2026 (Macao): iFLYTEK debuted lightweight AI glasses (about 40g) with real-time translation in 122 languages and a “second brain” assistant, while the expo theme “AI: Digital to Physical” showcased robots and smart devices from nearly 800 international exhibitors. Smart City & Innovation Showcases: Macao’s smart-city push at BEYOND Expo highlighted AI partnerships, including MACAU Pass and Ant Bank with Alibaba ecosystem demos, as makers and robotics also drew crowds. Robotics Spotlight: Matrix Robotics displayed its humanoid MATRIX-3 with bipedal walking and precision dexterous hands, reinforcing the Greater Bay Area’s embodied AI momentum. Local Tech & Manufacturing: Makera won a BEYOND Best of Innovation Award for the Makera Z1 desktop CNC, aiming to make professional-grade manufacturing more accessible. Regional Tech Economy: HKUST and CICC wrapped up the 2026 Hong Kong Innovation Forum, focusing on AI, I&T governance, and how industry and finance can work together across the GBA. Macao Research: UM researchers published a Nature Biotechnology study mapping the global optogenetics patent landscape to support clinical translation. Finance Watch (Macao): Macao’s composite banking interest rates edged down in Q1 2026, with the pataca and HKD rates falling to 1.16% and 2.22% respectively.

3D Printing & Markets: Creality, set to become Hong Kong’s first listed consumer 3D printing company, debuted on the Main Board today, raising about HK$1.272b with shares opening around +80% on the day. Smart City & AI Devices (Macau): iFlytek showcased AI smart glasses at BEYOND Expo 2026 in Macau, touting real-time translation across 122 languages and a “GlassClaw” agent, with pre-orders opening mid-June. Robotics at BEYOND Expo (Macau): Matrix Robotics displayed its humanoid MATRIX-3, highlighting embodied AI, precise manipulation, and demo tasks like grasping and rolling. Innovation for Makers (Macau): Makera brought its desktop CNC Makera Z1 to BEYOND Expo 2026, winning a Best of Innovation award and planning global pre-orders on June 9. Local Research (UM): UM researchers published in Nature Biotechnology a global optogenetics patent landscape study, mapping clinical translation trends. Infrastructure & Tech Services: HKIA’s expanded Terminal 2 began operations on May 27, adding smart check-in and larger passenger capacity. Timekeeping Science (HK): Hong Kong’s National Standard Time and Joint Atomic Time station plaque was unveiled, strengthening national time services with Macau integration goals. Gaming Tech (Macao): DRGT reported strong operator interest in its system-driven jackpots and cashless ecosystem at G2E Asia 2026.

AI Glasses & Smart City: iFLYTEK’s AI glasses launched at BEYOND Expo 2026 in Cotai, with pre-orders opening June 15 and real-time translation across 122 languages plus an assistant for tasks like planning and emailing. Research & Healthcare: University of Macau (UM) researchers mapped the global optogenetics patent landscape in Nature Biotechnology, pointing to retinal disease as the most advanced clinical translation area. Gaming Tech in Macau: Macao Polytechnic University’s smart-table series shows how casino operations are shifting from paper logs to system-assisted, traceable workflows for opening, per-hand control, and closing. Robotics at BEYOND Expo: Matrix Robotics showcased humanoid robot MATRIX-3 in Macau, highlighting embodied AI, precision manipulation, and bipedal motion in live demos. Regional Digital Cooperation: Hong Kong and Guangdong reviewed progress on a cross-boundary smart city cluster, pushing shared digital public services, data connectivity, and wider AI use across government and industry. Local Tech & Services: GoByBus.hk partnered with 12Go to let travellers book cross-border bus tickets between Hong Kong, Macao, and Greater Bay Area cities via one platform. Public Planning: Macau will consult the public from June 29 to Aug 27 on amendments to its urban master plan.

Medical Upgrade in Macau: Macao Union Medical Center says a new, more capable ICU will open next month after clarifying that a February traffic-accident patient was moved to Conde S. Januário Hospital because he was assessed as stable. Urban Planning Consultation: The government will hold a 60-day public consultation from June 29 to Aug 27 on amendments to Macau’s urban master plan, the first update since it took effect in 2022. Cross-Border Tech & Mobility: GoByBus.hk partners with 12Go to let travellers book Hong Kong–Macao and Greater Bay Area cross-border bus tickets with real-time schedules and e-tickets. Research Spotlight (UM): A UM-led team maps the global patent landscape of optogenetics, published in Nature Biotechnology, to support clinical translation. AI in Daily Life (Macau): A Kai Fong survey reports 99% of Macau students use AI chatbots, with AI ranking high for help-seeking. Space Pride: Xinhua marks Shenzhou-23’s launch as a historic milestone for Hong Kong and Macao, with payload specialist Li Jiaying (Lai Ka-ying) becoming the first from the SARs to go to space. Health & Exercise Findings: New research suggests 560–610 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise weekly may cut cardiovascular risk by over 30%, especially for less fit adults. BEYOND Expo Macau: XREAL CEO Xu Chi says AI glasses should become as natural as prescription eyewear, and points to a long-term Google partnership. Education & Tech Skills: DSEDJ and the Sports Bureau launch Macau’s summer activities with about 46,000 places, including new AI-focused workshops for youth.

Urban Planning: Macau’s Lands and Urban Construction Bureau will hold a 60-day public consultation from June 29 to Aug 27 on proposed amendments to the 2020–2040 urban master plan, the first update since it took effect in Feb 2022. Space & STEM Inspiration: China’s Shenzhou-23 launch has made Hong Kong’s Li Jiaying (Lai Ka-ying) the first SAR payload specialist to reach orbit, a milestone celebrated across Hong Kong and Macao for its science and career pathway message. Digital Health: Hong Kong is expanding cross-boundary use of its eHealth platform, letting residents authorise secure transfers of electronic health records to designated mainland providers via new eHealth mobile functions. AI & Research in Macau: A UM team published in Nature Biotechnology a global patent landscape map of optogenetics, aiming to support clinical translation; separately, MUST researchers are building AI-driven early-warning systems for earlier, clearer medical diagnosis. Tech Showcase in Macau: Naqi Logix will demonstrate non-invasive AI neural earbuds at BEYOND Expo in Macao (May 27–30) with live laptop control using micro-gestures. Industry & Innovation: Swire Coca-Cola opened a green, digital Guangzhou production base in the GBA, boosting capacity and adding new intelligent production lines.

Space Milestone: China’s Shenzhou-23 launch has turned into a shared Hong Kong–Macao tech moment, with payload specialist Li Jiaying (Lai Ka-ying) becoming the first astronaut from the SARs to reach outer space—an arc from police work and computer forensics to in-orbit science. Regional Innovation Push: Guangdong says its 2026–30 plan will lean hard on sci-tech to upgrade its industrial system, while Hainan targets attracting 700,000+ specialists by 2030. Macao Tech & Business: Naqi Logix will demo AI neural earbuds at BEYOND Expo in Macao (May 27–30), aiming for hands-free, screen-free laptop control. Local Governance: Macau’s Chief Executive orders thrift and austerity, with 2027 spending capped at 2026 levels. AI in Daily Life: A Macau survey claims 99% of students use AI chatbots, and a scholar argues parents don’t need to “compete” with AI—shift toward empathy and companionship. Transport Update: Hong Kong International Airport’s new Terminal 2 begins operations on May 27, with check-in moving in phases.

Space Milestone: China’s Shenzhou-23 launched successfully on Sunday, sending Hong Kong’s first astronaut Li Jiaying (Lai Ka-ying) into orbit as a payload specialist—an achievement widely celebrated across Hong Kong and Macao as a new sci-tech “dividend” for the SARs. Local Governance: Macau’s Chief Executive ordered agencies to keep the 2027 budget from exceeding the 2026 level, tightening scrutiny on every spending item and setting up a dedicated task force to coordinate submissions. Macao Tech & Business: Naqi Logix will demo its AI neural earbuds at BEYOND Expo in Macao (May 27–30), aiming to control laptops via micro-gestures without cameras or voice. Health Watch: New research keeps pushing the message that heart protection may require far more weekly exercise than current guidelines—up to 560–610 minutes for major cardiovascular risk reduction. Transport Update: Hong Kong International Airport’s Terminal 2 departure facilities begin operating on May 27, with check-in counters relocating in phases.