The Macao Special Administrative Region (SAR) recently hosted three major exhibitions that concluded with remarkable success, fostering industrial development and international cooperation. The 2nd China-Portuguese-Speaking Countries Economic and Trade Expo (Macao), the 30th Macao International Trade and Investment Fair, and the Macao Franchise Expo 2025, organized by the SAR’s Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM), wrapped up on Saturday, October 25, 2025. These events collectively generated over 140 signed agreements and 68 business expansion projects. Among the participating companies, 24 have already initiated or completed procedures to establish new businesses. The exhibitions attracted more than 85,000 visitors, including 15,000 trade visitors and professional buyers, significantly supporting Macao’s ‘1+4’ economic diversification strategy. Nearly 80% of the agreements were linked to key industries targeted by this strategy. Additionally, approximately 15% of the deals involved Portuguese-speaking Countries (PSCs), underscoring the event’s role as a crucial platform for China-PSC collaboration. The success of these exhibitions highlights Macao’s growing influence as a hub for international trade and investment, further driving economic diversification and regional cooperation.
