AGP Executive Report

Portugal in June: Macau’s Tourism Office lists 38 events for “June, Month of Portugal,” from Fado À JANELA at Casa de Portugal em Macau (through June 10) to a 35-restaurant Gastronomic Route ending June 30, plus Arraial de Santo António on June 13-14 at the Portuguese School. Open Call for Artists: The Cultural Affairs Bureau is accepting entries for the 2026 Macau Annual Visual Arts Exhibition (June 12-14, 10am-7pm at MAM), covering Western media (2D/3D/video/multimedia) by Macau residents aged 18+, with an 80,000 pataca Grand Prize and an Emerging Artist Prize for creators 30 or under. Airport 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 (CAM) for a three-year term. UFC at Galaxy Macau: UFC Fight Night: Song vs Figueiredo at Galaxy Arena drew a sold-out crowd and ended with Song Yadong submitting Deiveson Figueiredo; the event week also included Road to UFC bouts. Retail & Luxury: Cartier expands its Four Seasons Shoppes boutique with an open salon and bar, VIP lounges, and a Macau-themed mosaic panther-and-fireworks artwork. Global Arts Tech: BEYOND Expo 2026 continues to spotlight “AI: Digital to Physical” themes in Macao, with new AI tools and robot-serviced hospitality projects showcased.

UFC in Macau: Galaxy Macau wrapped an action-packed Fight Week with two ROAD TO UFC nights and a sold-out UFC FIGHT NIGHT: Song vs Figueiredo at Galaxy Arena, keeping the city in the spotlight as a “City of Sports.” Macao Sports Spotlight: Song Yadong delivered the night’s big moment, submitting Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event after a tough run for Chinese fighters. EAFF Football (Macau link): Team Masakåda (Guam) opens the EAFF E-1 prelims June 3, then faces Macau on June 7, with the tournament offering a pathway to next year’s EAFF E-1 Championship. Macao Arts & Culture: The 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival is set to return, while “China Cultural and Natural Heritage Day” on June 13 brings free workshops, exhibitions and tours across World Heritage sites. Hublot in Cotai: Hublot opened a new boutique at The Venetian Macao, blending watchmaking craft with a futuristic retail concept. Hospitality Careers (local talent): New profiles highlight homegrown Macao leaders rising to top hotel roles, from Capella’s Andy Lio to Ritz-Carlton’s Joanne Chan. Business Watch (regional impact): Analysts say a People Inc take-private bid for MGM Resorts could reshape attention on MGM China Holdings and its Macau assets.

UFC & Macao Spotlight: UFC Fight Night Macao delivered a late-night rescue for local fans as Song Yadong submitted Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event, turning a tough card into a standout finish. Sports & Community: Macau’s youth entrepreneurship confidence is rising, with a survey citing Hengqin integration and Greater Bay Area cooperation as key market-expansion drivers. Local Culture Calendar: Macau’s “China Cultural and Natural Heritage Day” (June 13) is set with free workshops, exhibitions and guided tours across World Heritage Sites and cultural venues. Arts & Exhibitions: Sophie Leong’s “Sophie’s Adventures in Wonderland” opens at 10 Fantasia, mixing love poetry, demon-themed moral seduction and story works through mixed media. Motorsport Tourism: The Macao Grand Prix Museum marks its 5th anniversary with free admission, interactive games and new public activities. Hospitality Leadership: New profiles highlight homegrown Macao leaders rising to GM roles across luxury hotels, reflecting a shift toward local talent in the sector. Business Watch: Macau’s May gaming revenue hit US$2.8b, up 6.7% year-on-year, lifting casino stocks.

Fashion & Luxury Retail: Hublot opened a new boutique at The Venetian Macao, pitching it as an immersive “Art of Fusion” space where watchmaking craft meets digital design. Tech & Future Culture: BEYOND Expo 2026 wrapped up at The Venetian Cotai Expo with its “AI: Digital to Physical” theme, drawing 30,000+ visitors and nearly 800 exhibitors, while LINKER Technology debuted OttoBox, an AI video creation assistant aimed at speeding up production. Motorsport Heritage: The Macao Grand Prix Museum marked its 5th anniversary with free admission and public activities, including a 1:1 Formula 4 race car model debut and interactive history games. Sports & Community: Youth entrepreneurship confidence in Macau is rising, with a new survey linking it to government support and Hengqin integration. Local Arts & Family Events: The 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival is set to return June 30–August, featuring international puppetry, workshops, camps and family performances. Public Safety Debate: A pedestrian death at a crosswalk has reignited calls for stronger road protection and better enforcement in Macau. Business Watch: People Inc (Barry Diller) submitted a takeover offer for MGM Resorts, a move that could ripple into Macau’s gaming landscape. UFC in Macau: Song Yadong salvaged the night for Chinese fans with a second-round guillotine submission over Deiveson Figueiredo at Galaxy Arena.

Motorsport Culture: The Macao Grand Prix Museum marked its 5th post-expansion anniversary with free admission, a 1:1 Formula 4 race car model debut, and hands-on history games like “Lens Hunter: Code Breaker Adventure,” plus Mak Mak mascot meet-and-greets and a “5” sticker installation. Heritage & Arts Workshops: Ahead of China Cultural and Natural Heritage Day on June 13, the Cultural Affairs Bureau announced free workshops, exhibitions, and guided tours across Macao’s heritage sites, including VR sessions at the Ruins of St. Paul’s and art workshops at key cultural venues. Contemporary Art Spotlight: Macau artist Sophie Leong opened “Sophie’s Adventures in Wonderland” at 10 Fantasia, blending dark fantasy, mixed-media storytelling, and wearable mixed-media pieces across “Love Poetry,” “Demonic Temptation,” and “Story” series. Tech Meets Entertainment: BEYOND Expo 2026 in Cotai wrapped up its “AI: Digital to Physical” run, drawing 30,000+ visitors and nearly 800 exhibitors, while local tech demos ranged from AI video creation tools to robot-serviced hospitality concepts. Sports & Pop Culture: UFC Macau delivered a home win for Song Yadong, who submitted Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event, while Macau’s music scene also got a boost as StayC announced a June 16 comeback and a tour stop in Macao.

UFC Macau Spotlight: Song Yadong kept Chinese fans smiling with a second-round guillotine submission over former champ Deiveson Figueiredo at Galaxy Arena, while the night also featured a brutal 39-second Pavlovich knockout of Tallison Teixeira and an upset as Alonzo Menifield stopped Zhang Mingyang in round one. Controversial Finish: The card opener ended in a no-contest after an accidental low blow left Alex Perez vomiting and unable to continue, with reports saying he was taken to hospital for a precautionary ultrasound. Local Culture & Family Arts: The Cultural Affairs Bureau announced the 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival (June 30–Aug) with performances, exhibitions, film screenings, workshops and camps, including international puppet and dinosaur-themed shows. Music & Live Touring: K-pop group StayC announced its June 16 comeback single “2:Love” and a “Stay Closer” fan concert tour that includes stops in Manila, Macao and Taipei. Tourism Economy Watch: As visitor numbers rise, CreditSights says gaming spend per visitor is still lagging pre-COVID levels, with non-gaming spend up year-on-year. Tech & Expo Buzz: BEYOND Expo 2026 in Cotai showcased “AI: Digital to Physical” with nearly 800 exhibitors and a big push on robotics and embodied intelligence.

Macao Arts & Family: The Cultural Affairs Bureau says the 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival returns June 30–Aug with performances, exhibitions, film screenings, workshops, art camps and family activities, including dinosaur-themed puppetry “Erth’s Dinosaur Zoo” and local stage works at venues such as Macau Museum of Art and MGM Cotai. Sports & Culture: The Macao Grand Prix Museum marks its 5th inauguration anniversary on June 1 with free admission plus hands-on fun, including a 1:1 Formula 4 race car model debut and mascot meet-and-greets. Tech & Design: BEYOND Expo 2026 (Venetian Cotai Expo) spotlights “AI: Digital to Physical,” with nearly 800 exhibitors and a strong push into embodied intelligence, robotics and spatial computing. Pop Culture in the Region: Hong Kong Comic Con 2026 wraps after three days at HKCEC, drawing creators, collectors and cosplay crowds from Macau and beyond. Entertainment Spotlight: K-pop rock veterans FT Island announce their “FaTe” tour, kicking off in Macau June 13. UFC Macau Buzz (Local Sports Scene): Song Yadong submits Deiveson Figueiredo in the main event, while an accidental low blow leaves Alex Perez hospitalized and the bout ruled a no-contest.

UFC Macau Recap: Song Yadong delivered the night’s biggest homecoming moment, submitting Deiveson Figueiredo with a guillotine at 4:42 of Round 2 after a patient, leg-kick heavy start and a late surge of right hands and takedown pressure. Local Crowd Drama: The event’s early promise for Chinese fans collapsed—Zhang Mingyang fell to Alonzo Menifield by first-round knockout, and other Macau hopes were wiped out, leaving Song as the lone bright spot. Bonus Talk: Fans fixated on UFC pay after Zhang Mingyang and Alonzo Menifield both received Fight of the Night $100K despite the upset, while Song also earned a $100K bonus for his main-event finish. Controversy & Safety Buzz: A no-contest marred the card when Alex Perez and Su Mudaerji ended after an accidental low blow, and viewers also complained about officiating in other stoppages. Next Wave of Entertainment: Outside the cage, K-pop rock pioneers FT Island announced their “FaTe” Asia tour, with Macau dates starting June 13. Road to UFC Spotlight: Shi Ming returned in Macau, submitting Puja Tomar in just over three minutes, and her emotional Aamir Khan/Dangal shoutout quickly went viral.

UFC Macau Spotlight: The UFC lands at Galaxy Arena in Cotai this Saturday with a 13-fight card headlined by bantamweight clash Song Yadong vs Deiveson Figueiredo, as both chase momentum after UFC 324 setbacks; odds and start times point to a Paramount+ early-morning broadcast, while the wider card also features Zhang Mingyang vs Alonzo Menifield and heavyweight fireworks Sergei Pavlovich vs Tallison Teixeira. Road to UFC in Macau: The Road to UFC season 5 tournament wrapped with standout wins, including Rongzhu’s dominant run and Kasib Murdoch advancing after a submission win, keeping local buzz high ahead of the main event. K-pop Rock in Macao: FT Island announces its “FaTe” Asian tour stop in Macau on June 13, adding a major music draw to the city’s mid-year calendar. Family Arts Calendar: The 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival runs June 30 to August, with theatre, exhibitions, workshops, camps and a film festival aimed at getting kids and families closer to the arts. Gaming Industry Note: Las Vegas Sands CEO Patrick Dumont says the company is not interested in iGaming, stressing focus on land-based integrated resorts and its Macau leadership.

UFC in Macau: UFC boss Kevin Chang calls the city a “launch pad to Asia” as Galaxy Arena hosts UFC Fight Night with Song Yadong vs Deiveson Figueiredo, plus Road to UFC momentum and a spotlight on Jingnan Xiong’s UFC debut against Angela Hill. Local arts for families: The 3rd Macao International Children’s Arts Festival runs 30 June–August with theatre, puppetry, camps, workshops and reading sessions. Screen & micro-cinema: Sands China-backed New Art Studies in Filming selects five Macao-made microfilms for a 15–30 minute cohort premiere at The Londoner Macao. Food TV lands in town: MasterChef Asia returns after a decade, filming entirely in Macau to showcase “tourism + gastronomy.” Tech & gadgets: Beyond Expo 2026 in Macao spotlights consumer innovations from nitro makers to smart rings and plant helpers. Sports tourism: PPA Asia 500 Macao Open kicks off with 600+ players and a US$70,000 prize pool, aiming to grow pickleball in the city. Gaming policy debate: Commentary revisits Macau’s non-gaming diversification targets, noting gaming still dominates public finances.

UFC Macau Spotlight: Song Yadong and Deiveson Figueiredo headline this Saturday’s Galaxy Arena card, with Song chasing a breakthrough after close losses and Figueiredo trying to stay in title contention. Road to UFC in Macau: Kasib Murdoch advances to the semis after a submission win, while Rabindra Dhant’s quarterfinal vs Kimbert Alintozon drew big Nepalese support in the venue’s loudest matchup. Debut Watch: Jingnan Xiong is set for her long-awaited UFC debut at UFC Macau, facing Angela Hill in a featured strawweight bout. Film & Culture: The Everest Film Festival in China spotlights Nepalese cinema for the Chinese market, with multiple titles passing censorship and plans for co-productions. Arts & Heritage: Cultural Affairs Bureau workshops and free tours roll out for China Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, including VR at St. Paul’s and hands-on art sessions at heritage sites. Macau Diversification Lens: A fresh look at the city’s non-gaming push questions whether diversification is shifting the fiscal reality, with gaming still dominating government income. Sports Tourism: PPA Asia 500 Macao Open kicks off, mixing amateurs and pros and aiming to grow pickleball in the city. Local Talent Pipeline: MGM launches its 12th Junior Lion Dance Summer Class, expanding training and community engagement for young dancers. Gastronomy on TV: MasterChef Asia returns to Macau for a new season filmed around the city’s “tourism + gastronomy” identity.

UFC Macau Spotlight: Song Yadong returns to Galaxy Arena in Cotai on Saturday, headlining against Deiveson Figueiredo in a key bantamweight clash that could reshape title hopes for the home crowd. Microfilms in Focus: The Londoner Macao hosted the premiere of five Macau-made microfilms from Sands China’s New Art Studies in Filming programme, backing young directors with 6 months of production and post. Sports Tourism Arrives: PPA Asia 500 Macao Open 2026 kicked off with 600+ players and a US$70,000 prize pool, positioning pickleball as a new international draw through Sunday. Food TV for the City: MasterChef Asia returns after a 10-year gap, with Macau selected as host and filmed entirely in the city for global broadcast—an explicit “tourism + gastronomy” push. Heritage Month Activities: The Cultural Affairs Bureau announced free workshops, guided tours, and exhibitions at World Heritage sites for China Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, including VR at St. Paul’s and hands-on art sessions from June 13. Youth Summer Line-up: Macau’s 2026 Summer Activities open registration today for about 46,000 places across 550 programmes, adding AI and creative craft options for ages 4–25. Urban Planning Check-in: Government will consult the public from June 29 to Aug 27 on proposed amendments to the urban master plan, its first update since 2022. Arts & Culture Weekend: “The Tea in Macau” exhibition at FRC gallery pairs Brazilian photography and Chinese painting on tea-house culture, running as a quiet, intimate look at local tradition.

Elderly Support Update: The Social Security Fund (FSS) is proposing more frequent old-age pension reviews by lowering the inflation trigger to 2%, with possible adjustments even if inflation stays below that level for three straight years. Heritage & Arts Programming: For China Cultural and Natural Heritage Day, the Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC) is rolling out free workshops, guided tours, and exhibitions at World Heritage sites—plus hands-on sessions like 3D dragon boat painting, gold leaf art, bonsai, and VR at the Ruins of St. Paul’s. Macau on Screen (Food TV): MasterChef Asia returns after a 10-year break, with Macau as host and filming across the city for a 10-episode run aimed at international viewers—spotlighting “tourism + gastronomy.” Gallery Spotlight: Rui Cunha Foundation (FRC) gallery opened “The Tea in Macau,” pairing Brazilian photographer Cássia Schutt and Chinese painter Lily Lee on Macau’s tea culture through 34 works. Urban Planning Consultation: The government will consult the public late next month on amendments to the urban master plan, starting June 29 for 60 days. Summer for Young People: Registration opens today for the 2026 Summer Activities, offering about 46,000 places for ages 4–25, with new AI-themed workshops and expanded career exploration. Dragon Boat Season Guide: Travel coverage highlights where to catch Dragon Boat Festival races and zongzi culture in 2026, with Macau included among regional picks.

MasterChef Asia: Macau is set to host the returning cooking competition after a 10-year hiatus, with 10 contestants filmed around the city and airing across TLC/Discovery/Asian Food Network plus Japan and the Middle East. Art & Culture: At the Rui Cunha Foundation (FRC) gallery, “The Tea in Macau” pairs Brazilian photographer Cássia Schutt and painter Lily Lee in 34 works inspired by tea houses and tea culture. Urban Planning: The government will consult the public late next month on amendments to Macau’s urban master plan, with a 60-day process running June 29 to August 27. UFC in Macau: UFC Macau headlines and broadcast details continue to roll out, while roster shake-ups hit the promotion days after fight changes. Summer for Youth: Registration opens today for the 2026 Summer Activities offering about 46,000 places for ages 4–25, including new AI-themed workshops. Music & Heritage: The Luso-Chinese Music Arts Festival links Macau, Zhuhai and Hengqin, while IC’s World Heritage Day workshops bring free guided experiences and hands-on art sessions. Community Events: Macau’s “Felicidade Tipsy Weekend” drew nearly 20,000 to Rua da Felicidade, and the Macau Golf Masters reported record participation.

UFC Macau Spotlight: Pooja Tomar steps into her biggest Road to UFC moment in Macau on Day 1, facing China’s Shi Ming—an all-or-nothing fight for momentum after a 1-1 UFC record. Heritage & Public Culture: The Cultural Affairs Bureau is rolling out free workshops and guided tours at World Heritage Sites for “China Cultural and Natural Heritage Day,” with VR Ruins of St. Paul’s and hands-on art sessions starting mid-June. Cross-Border Arts: Galaxy Entertainment announces a Luso-Chinese Music Arts Festival linking Macau, Zhuhai and Hengqin, running through June 8 with a “Sonic Alliance” opening at Galaxy Macau. Community Life: Registration opens today for Macau’s 2026 Summer Activity (46,000 places for ages 4–25), while Sam Hou Fai’s June 16 legislature Q&A is set to be broadcast live. Arts & Recognition: Wynn Palace sweeps Tatler Best Awards 2026, taking Hotel, Service, Restaurant and Bar top honours. Sports for All: Macau Golf Masters returns with record participation, spotlighting inclusive competition for athletes with intellectual and physical disabilities.

Venice Biennale Spotlight: Macau’s “Jacone’s Polyphony” lands at the 61st La Biennale di Venezia with three artists—Fok Hoi Seng, O Chi Wai, and Lei Fung Ieng—linking Wu Li’s unfinished Jesuit journey to the city’s layered identity. Health Watch: A new study argues heart protection may require 560–610 minutes of moderate-to-vigorous exercise weekly—far above the usual 150-minute guideline—especially for people starting with lower fitness. Tech in Cotai: Naqi Logix will demo Lenovo Innovation Accelerator tech at BEYOND Expo (May 27–30), using AI neural earbuds to control a laptop via micro-gestures. Community & Culture: Macau’s heat shelter opens under a yellow hot-weather alert, while the International Tea Day Carnival drew 2,000 visits and more tea-themed activities run through December. Arts & Entertainment: Wynn Macau sweeps Tatler Best Awards 2026; and BABYMONSTER announces its June 8 single “SUGAR HONEY ICE TEA.”