Macau Independent Media Outlet Announces Closure
All About Macau, a Chinese-language independent media outlet in the casino hub, has declared it will cease operations citing “increasing pressure and risk.” The outlet will stop its monthly publication after the October 2025 issue and end updates on its website and social media from December 20, 2025, the 26th anniversary of Macau's handover to China.
Government Pressure and Deregistration
The closure follows authorities denying All About Macau reporters entry to official events and deregistering the company under the city's press law. In April 2025, the outlet was barred from entering the Legislative Assembly press area to cover Chief Executive Sam Hou Fai’s policy address.
Three reporters from All About Macau are now facing possible criminal charges related to this incident.
Announcement Highlights
“Increasing pressure and risk” have forced All About Macau to stop its monthly publication and later its digital updates.
On October 30, 2025, the news outlet announced the end of its operations with a front page stating “Take care.”
Reported By
This report was written by Hans Tse and first published by Hong Kong Free Press (HKFP) on October 31, 2025. It is shared here under an agreement with Global Voices.
Context
- All About Macau is an independent Chinese-language media outlet in Macau.
- Government actions include denying press access and deregistration under press law.
- December 20 is significant as it is the anniversary of Macau's handover from Portugal to China.
Summary: Under escalating governmental pressure and legal obstacles, All About Macau is ending its publication, marking a significant blow to press freedom in the region.