Macau 3rd Five-Year Plan (2026–2030): The Macao SAR government has officially released its Third Five-Year Plan, with Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai saying implementation will focus on economic diversification, Hengqin development, urban renewal, and tighter alignment with national priorities. The blueprint spans 10 parts and 36 chapters, sets eight development goals, and follows a 40-day public consultation. National alignment from Beijing: Liaison and State Council spokespersons praised the plan as a “single roadmap” to advance “One Country, Two Systems,” improve law-based governance, and strengthen Macao’s “One Centre, One Platform, One Base” positioning. Gaming revenue update: Macau’s casino tax take rose over 9% year-on-year in H1 2026 to about US$7.2 billion, with officials aiming to keep rebuilding toward pre-COVID levels. Public administration reform: A 45-day consultation proposes a legal framework for associations, targeting inactive “sleeping associations” and tightening registration and internal governance. Cross-border enforcement & travel: Gongbei Customs seized 158 terrapins from a Macau resident, warning of strict CITES-related rules; Qatar also announced free tourist visas on arrival for MSAR passport holders for stays up to 30 days. Transport & infrastructure: Macau’s airport operator CAM received authority to manage the aviation-designated zone at Taipa’s ferry terminal, reviving plans to expand air functions at the hub.