Geography and Environment

Geography and Environment of Macau

Terrain, climate, natural resources, hazards, and environmental conditions of Macau.

Terrain: generally flat
Climate: subtropical; marine with cool winters, warm summers
Weather Patterns: http://voap.weather.com/weather/oap/CHXX0512?template=TRVLH&par=1003114983&unit=0&key=5b85ae1d85877a1b34827fba743e2133
Highest Point: 172 — Coloane Alto 172.4 m
Lowest Point: South China Sea 0 m

Natural Resources: Macau has negligible natural resources. The region is a densely urbanized peninsula and set of islands with virtually no arable land, forests, or extractable mineral deposits. Its economy does not rely on resource extraction but instead depends overwhelmingly on gaming, tourism, and financial services. Fishing was historically a modest activity, but it has become increasingly marginal as Macau's economic identity has shifted almost entirely toward its role as a global entertainment and hospitality hub. Any raw materials or energy resources required for the territory's development and daily operations are imported from mainland China and other trading partners.
Natural Hazards: typhoons

Current Environmental Issues: NA
International Agreements: party to: Marine Dumping (associate member), Ship Pollution (associate member)

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