IMF Outlook for Macao: The IMF says Macao’s economy remains resilient, projecting 3.3% growth in 2026, while urging continued diversification and safeguards for financial stability after its Article IV visit (July 14-23). National Security Trial Scrutiny: A year after the first publicly known national security arrest in Macao, family members of former lawmaker Au Kam San say access to counsel and fair trial concerns remain unresolved, with observers calling the case a signal of Beijing’s hard line on dissent. Gaming Credit View: S&P Global rates Macau and Singapore as the safest Asia-Pacific gaming bets for investors, but warns credit quality is increasingly shaped by regulatory and political risk, not just demand. Urban Enforcement: Macao’s construction authorities report 433 cases of unauthorized building in 1H, with voluntary removals and fines rising as penalties under the new urban regime bite. Public Transport Adjustments: Bus operators add weekend and seasonal services for summer demand, while a lawmaker presses for stronger safety and driver wellbeing measures. Health & Community: The Health Bureau says Macao has 370 breastfeeding rooms and a breastfeeding “initiation rate” above 90%. Local Economy & Finance: The Monetary Authority welcomes Guangdong’s plan to issue RMB 2.5b offshore municipal bonds in Macao, continuing a multi-year push to deepen the bond market. Sports (PBA): Macau’s Giant Pandas notch a 96-92 comeback win over Terrafirma, with Kobey Lam delivering the late go-ahead play.