Macao-ASEAN Business Push: Macao-Hengqin’s eight-day mission to Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia wrapped up with 370+ business matching sessions and 189 signed agreements, aiming to strengthen trade, tourism and Belt and Road links. CE Diplomacy in Malaysia: Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai returned after a four-day Kuala Lumpur visit, highlighting deeper cooperation in finance, science and tech, education, and conventions—plus people-to-people ties via Macau and Hengqin. Healthcare + Tourism Link: Macao Union Medical Center (Peking Union Medical College Hospital) deepened Southeast Asia partnerships in Singapore, Indonesia and Malaysia, focusing on critical care, clinical research and “healthcare + tourism” development. Aerospace Education for Youth: Hong Kong and Macao students are set to join the “Tiangong Class” live session, with an expert lecture, in-orbit demonstration and Q&A led by the Shenzhou-23 crew. Music Festival Buzz: The 38th Macao International Music Festival (Oct 2–Nov 29) announced its “Silk Resonances” programme and citywide “Floating Notes Across the City” activities, bringing performances into neighbourhoods. Study in Macao Drive: A “Study in Macao” Education Fair in Kuala Lumpur drew 1,000+ visitors and kicked off a Malaysia campaign to attract global talent. Travel Rule Watch: Thailand’s visa-free scheme changes on Sept 15, cutting visa-free nationalities and shifting stay categories—Macao travellers should double-check passport-specific rules.