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Macau plans November return for mainland Chinese tour groups

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Published Sat, Sep 24, 2022 · 01:05 PM
    • The gambling hub has implemented stringent pandemic restrictions, with tight border controls in place since 2020 having a major impact on its casino industry.
    • The gambling hub has implemented stringent pandemic restrictions, with tight border controls in place since 2020 having a major impact on its casino industry. PHOTO: REUTERS

    MACAU aims to open to mainland Chinese tour groups in November for the first time in almost 3 years, the city’s chief executive, Ho Iat Seng, said on Saturday (Sep 24).

    The gambling hub has implemented stringent pandemic restrictions, with tight border controls in place since 2020 having a major impact on its casino industry.

    Mainland tour groups are a key source of visitors for the city’s casinos. REUTERS

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