APEC Tourism in Macau: The 13th APEC Tourism Ministerial Meeting opened in Macau with a focus on “Digital Innovation, Collaborative Empowerment,” as delegates pushed travel facilitation and smarter, more connected tourism cooperation across the Asia-Pacific. Urban Planning & Industry Zones: Macau’s government released a draft amended Urban Master Plan, proposing new core areas for diversified industrial development and forecasting a population of 783,000 by 2040, while keeping tourism/entertainment zones free of industrial land. Energy Storage Supply Deal: Pace Digitek’s material arm Lineage Power signed a master supply agreement for 3 GWh of LFP battery cells with Guangzhou Rongjie Energy, supporting Lineage’s BESS manufacturing and long-term project execution. Automotive Expansion: Li Auto entered the Macao market via a first retail center with Hong Yue Group, completing local upgrades for vehicle glazing, connectivity, and cockpit functions to meet local requirements. Aviation & Logistics: China Southern became the first Chinese customer for Boeing’s 777-8F, ordering five 777-8Fs plus two 777Fs to support growing cross-border e-commerce demand in the Greater Bay Area. Research for Diversification: University of Macau plans four new research institutes (network of 11) to accelerate tech transfer and back industrial diversification, with two starting operations Aug 1. Road Safety: Macau police reported a sharp rise in red-light violations and related accidents/injuries in early 2026, warning drivers against assuming signal timing changes.