AGP Executive Report
Last update: 10 hours agoDrug Safety & Public Health: Macau lawmakers unanimously passed urgent amendments adding 13 substances to the forbidden drugs list, including seven analogues of “space oil” (etomidate) and other new controlled/related drugs, with officials linking the update to rising public-health risks, especially from vape/e-cigarette use. Food Safety Watch: McDonald’s Macau temporarily suspended its “Ebi Burger” range as a precaution after Taiwan reported shrimp patties containing synthetic antibiotics above permitted limits; the local operator says Macau batches differ but paused sales to address concerns. Heart Health Research: A Macao Polytechnic University-linked study in the British Journal of Sports Medicine found 560–610 minutes per week of moderate-to-vigorous exercise is tied to more than 30% lower heart attack and stroke risk. Big Health & Biomedicine Push: IPIM reported 194 new investment projects in H1 2026, with big health/biomedicine among the fastest-growing areas, reinforcing Macau’s “1+4” diversification. Wellness Retail Access: DFI Retail Group will be the exclusive wholesaler/distributor/franchisee for GNC across Hong Kong, Macau and Singapore, aiming to expand access to health and wellness products.
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