Lynzy Valles

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Journalist at Macau Daily Times

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Hong Kong pushes medical innovation at Asia summit on global health

1 week ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

On the agendaThe fifth Asia Summit on Global Health opened earlier this week in Hong Kong, gathering more than 2,800 medical experts, policymakers, and industry leaders from around 40 countries and regions to explore opportunities in healthcare innovation and collaboration.
Exclusion of online media from public events a ‘common practice’: gov’t

3 weeks ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

The government has defended the exclusion of online and monthly publications from certain public events, calling it “a common practice,” following concerns from press groups over media access and transparency.
Dog adoptions hit record low in Q1

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

The Municipal Affairs Bureau (IAM) euthanized 101 animals in the first quarter of 2025, a 42% drop from the 175 recorded in the same period last year. Despite the overall improvement, dog adoptions have hit a two-year low, IAM data shows. From January to March, 69 dogs and 32 cats were euthanized. During the same period, 131 animals were adopted or reclaimed 102 cats and only 29 dogs. The number of dogs adopted was the lowest quarterly figure recorded in the last two years.
US casino operators face rising geopolitical and economic risks: Fitch

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

U.S. casino operators in Macau are facing mounting geopolitical risks amid intensifying trade tensions between China and the United States, according to a recent report released by Fitch Ratings. Fitch highlighted that operators including Las Vegas Sands, Wynn Resorts, and MGM Resorts International, who derive a substantial portion of their revenue from Macau, could be vulnerable to retaliatory measures as bilateral tariff disputes deepen.
CCAC uncovers alleged listing fraud in HKEX involving construction firm

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

The Commission Against Corruption (CCAC) uncovered an alleged case of listing fraud involving a Macau-based construction company and a Hong Kong accounting group. According to the CCAC, the Macau firm allegedly conspired with four auditors and consultants from a Hong Kong accounting enterprise to falsify financial statements submitted to the Hong Kong Exchanges and Clearing Limited (HKEX).
850,000 visitors flock to the city during Golden Week

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

A surge of 850,034 visitor arrivals was recorded during the five-day Labour Day Golden Week holiday period. According to preliminary data from the Public Security Police Force (PSP), the totals recorded from May 1 to May 5 far exceeded government projections and marked a strong rebound for the city’s tourism sector. Arrivals jumped 40.5% from last year’s figure of nearly 605,000.
Animal rights groups warn of suspected dog poisonings in Taipa park

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

At least two dogs are believed to have died from suspected poisoning after being walked in Taipa Central Park, according to animal rights groups in Macau. A third dog reportedly fell ill after visiting the same area. The warning was issued by the Everyone Stray Dogs Macau Volunteer Group (ESDMVG) and Masdaw. In a public statement on Facebook, Masdaw stated that it had been informed of two fatal cases linked to poisoning and that the matter would be referred to the police.
Tourism expo breaks records with global participation

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

The recent 13th Macao International Travel (Industry) Expo (MITE) marked a record-breaking year with increased participation and stronger business outcomes across all metrics. According to data from the Macao Government Tourism Office, a total of 59 contracts were signed – up from last year – with over 16,000 business matching sessions conducted both online and offline.
Macao Union Hospital to ease 25% of public healthcare burden by 2027

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

The Secretary for Social Affairs and Culture, O Lam, has affirmed that by the end of 2027, Macao Union Hospital is expected to absorb 25% of the patient load currently handled by Conde S. Januário Hospital. The hospital in Cotai is expected to employ 1,200 staff by 2027, including 200 doctors and 150 specialists. According to O Lam, local recruitment is a priority, but the hospital will look elsewhere if needed. It also plans to collaborate with the Health Bureau (SSM) to train 30 specialists.
Gov’t participates in Arabian Travel Market to boost Middle East tourism

1 month ago | macaudailytimes.com.mo | Lynzy Valles

The Macao Government Tourism Office (MGTO) is participating in the Arabian Travel Market (ATM) 2025, taking place in Dubai, UAE, from April 28 to May 1, with the goal of expanding the Middle East market and attracting more high-end international visitors.