The 2nd China-Portuguese-speaking Countries (PSCs) Economic and Trade Expo (2nd C-PLPEX), the 30th Macao International Trade & Investment Fair (30th MIF), and the Macao Franchise Expo 2025 (2025MFE) will be held concurrently from tomorrow through Saturday at The Venetian Macao’s Cotai Expo, bringing together over 1,100 exhibitors from nearly 30 countries and regions to promote business exchange and investment opportunities.
At a press conference at Cotai Expo yesterday, it was announced that the opening ceremony will feature the signing of major strategic agreements to accelerate development in the big health and technology sectors.
More than 80 exchange and cooperation activities are scheduled, including themed business matching sessions, promotion seminars, and “field visits” in Macau and Hengqin, aiming to highlight the former’s growing role as a hub for international trade, according to the press conference.
In his remarks, Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) President Che Weng Keong said that the concurrent exhibitions aim to exemplify the “Industry + MICE” model to “reinforce the role of exhibitions in attracting investment and facilitating collaboration between domestic and international traders.”
He added that “renowned companies such as AstraZeneca, Gobi Admiralty Limited, and WI Harper Group are set to sign strategic agreements” at the opening ceremony.
Che further highlighted the 30th anniversary of MIF, noting that it “continues to deliver amplified business impact” and remains “an annual highlight on Macau’s commercial and trade calendar.” He also emphasised Macau’s role as a bridge between China and PSCs, pointing out that “this year’s C-PLPEX has invited 320 PSC exhibitors, marking a 23 percent increase compared to the inaugural edition.”
With dedicated zones showcasing new energy, robotics, the blue economy*, and big health brands, as well as with Guangzhou featured as this year’s partner city, the three exhibitions are poised to foster Greater Bay Area (GBA) collaboration, attract investment, and enhance Macau’s standing as a platform for global business connectivity, according to a statement from IPIM yesterday.
*The blue economy is the sustainable use of ocean resources for economic growth, improved livelihoods, and jobs, while preserving the health of the ocean ecosystem. – DeepSeek
Macau Commerce and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM) President Che Weng Keong addresses a press conference about the three major exhibitions – the 2nd China-Portuguese-speaking Countries Economic and Trade Expo (Macao) (2nd C-PLPEX), the 30th Macao International Trade & Investment Fair (30th MIF), and the Macao Franchise Expo 2025 (2025MFE) – to open tomorrow at The Venetian Macao Cotai Expo. – Photo: Khalel Vallo
