AGP Executive Report
Last update: an hour agoDrug Control Update: Macau lawmakers unanimously passed an urgent bill to add 13 new substances to the city’s anti-drug law, including seven analogues of etomidate (linked to “space oil”), with the amendment taking effect the day after publication in the Official Gazette. Food Safety Precaution: McDonald’s Macau temporarily suspended sales of its “Ebi Burger” series after Taiwan reported shrimp patties exceeding nitrofuran limits; the local outlet says Macau batches differ but paused sales to address public concern. Local Health & Investment: IPIM reported 194 new investment projects in H1 2026, up 7% year-on-year, with big growth in modern financial services, high-tech and the “big health” industry. Cross-Boundary Healthcare Innovation: Hong Kong’s Health Secretary led a delegation to Hainan to strengthen cooperation on healthcare innovation, medical regulation, Chinese medicine development and cross-border health services, including drug approval and real-world data use. Workplace Wellness: A TCM AI staff health station was launched at MGM Cotai, offering digital TCM screening plus emotional interventions aimed at worker well-being. Infant Nutrition Safety: FrieslandCampina (Hong Kong) launched a batch-based test report lookup system after Macau ordered withdrawal of a lead-contaminated infant formula stage. Insurance Gap: An FWD survey found over 70% of workers rely on employer group medical insurance, but fewer than 30% say it’s enough for real medical costs.
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