Greater Bay Area Clinical Trials and Medical Innovation Forum Successfully Held in Macao

On October 11, the Greater Bay Area Clinical Trials and Medical Innovation Forum was successfully held at the Mandarin Oriental Macao, bringing together experts, academics, entrepreneurs, and policymakers from across the region.

The forum focused on two major themes — clinical trials and medical technology innovation — exploring how Macao can play a more active role in building an integrated ecosystem for biomedical development.

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🌟 Highlights from the Forum

The event featured distinguished guests including the Director of the Health Bureau, the Director of the Pharmaceutical Administration Bureau, the President of the Science and Technology Development Fund, and representatives from the Greater Bay Area International Clinical Trial Institute.

Industry leaders, including AstraZeneca, also joined the discussions — bringing global perspectives on innovation, clinical research collaboration, and the importance of strengthening the biomedical ecosystem in the Greater Bay Area.

Throughout the day, discussions and showcases covered key topics such as:

💡 Translating precision medicine and targeted therapies into clinical practice

🔗 Building collaborative clinical trial platforms across the Greater Bay Area

📊 Enhancing cross-border data sharing and regulatory alignment

🚀 Supporting biotech startups to expand R&D and international market presence

🧬 Strengthening the link between Healthcare → Research → Industry to build a sustainable innovation chain

These conversations highlighted how innovation requires not only bold ideas, but also a strong foundation of policy, infrastructure, and collaboration.

The forum also showcased Macao’s growing potential as a connector for biomedical innovation in the Greater Bay Area — combining policy support, geographical advantages, and an open platform for cross-sector cooperation.

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💼 Why It Matters for Entrepreneurs

1️⃣ Policy Insights — Understanding emerging directions in clinical research and biotech innovation.

2️⃣ Networking Opportunities — A bridge between hospitals, investors, startups, and policymakers.

3️⃣ Real Case Sharing — Learning from biotech founders and innovators across the region.

4️⃣ Regional Integration — Strengthening Macao’s role as a hub linking science, healthcare, and entrepreneurship.

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👏 A special mention to @Marco Wai, who played a leading role in organizing and curating this meaningful forum — connecting science, policy, and entrepreneurship under one roof.

Congratulations to Marco, AstraZeneca, and all the partners involved for a successful event, and for taking another big step in shaping the future of medical innovation in Macao and the Greater Bay Area. 🌏💡

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Macao Startup Club proudly presents the ‌"Pitch Arena"‌ competition, offering a dedicated platform for concept-stage entrepreneurial teams! Showcase your business ideas to industry judges and investors, and compete for ‌MOP 10,000 in total prizes and startup resources!‌

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✓ ‌Theme‌: "A Global Stage for Local Innovation" – Start from Macao, showcase global potential!

✓ ‌Workshop‌: Pre-competition workshop on October 11 (MVP design × Pitch deck skills × Presentation training)

✓ ‌Investor matching opportunity‌: Connect with potential investors to kickstart your entrepreneurial journey!

✓ Fireside Sharing: Successful entrepreneurs from the Hong Kong, Macau and Greater Bay Area share their secrets to success! (To be announced later)

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• 10/11 15:00 Entrepreneurship workshop & competition details

• 10/16 23:59 Submission deadline (application form & proposal)

• 10/18 22:00 Announcement of shortlisted teams

• 10/25 10:00 Final competition day (Startup Day 2025 - Venetian Macao Cotai Expo Hall D)

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