Welcome to Macao: Asia’s Vibrant Meeting Point

Macao is a dynamic city where centuries of heritage meet world-class modern infrastructure. Located on the western bank of the Pearl River Delta in southern Guangdong Province, Macao sits adjacent to Zhuhai and just 60 kilometers west of Hong Kong. As a Special Administrative Region (SAR) of the People’s Republic of China since 1999, Macao operates under the “One Country, Two Systems” principle, maintaining a high degree of autonomy and its own unique legal and economic systems.

A Unique Cultural Fusion

Settled by the Portuguese in the mid-16th century, Macao is a rare intersection of East and West. This legacy is preserved in the Historic Centre of Macao, a UNESCO World Heritage site recognized for its unique architectural and cultural landscape. Today, Chinese and Portuguese are the official languages, with Cantonese widely spoken and English extensively used in trade, tourism, and commerce, ensuring a seamless experience for international delegates.

World-Class Infrastructure

The city is divided into the Macao Peninsula—the traditional hub of the territory—and the islands of Taipa and Coloane. Connecting the two islands is Cotai, a sophisticated district of reclaimed land that hosts premier international hotel resorts, state-of-the-art convention facilities, and modern infrastructure designed to position Macao as a "World Centre of Tourism and Leisure."