My previous article asked: why does Macau master “event-based vitality”, but fail to invest seriously in “institutional vitality”? The answer may lie in the rapid growth of gaming. This is …
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The month of June in Macau is rich in cultural events, such as the Dragon Boat Festival (Tung Ng), part of the intangible heritage, and the Lotus Flower Festival. Alongside …
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There are cities that shape people, and people who shape cities. José Maneiras was one of those people. He passed away last November and would have turned 91 this month. …
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On May 17, Cape Verde goes to the polls. The people will decide. The country is known for political alternation that has always been peaceful and exemplary — a democratic …
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In my previous article, I spoke about the “two Macaus” – one dazzling in the rankings, the other quietly sustaining itself on the margins. In this one, I want to …
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Daily discussions have largely focused on the need to attract visitors to local community districts and encourage consumption in businesses across specific neighborhoods in Macau. This is not about historic …
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On the eve of another anniversary of the Carnation Revolution and the commemoration of the 50th anniversary of the entry into force of the Constitution of the Portuguese Republic (CRP), …
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In trade between China and the Portuguese-speaking African Countries (PALOP), payment uncertainty is a constant concern. Information asymmetries, logistical challenges and uncertainty in financial settlement can undermine transactions. To mitigate …
