How Is Galaxy Arena Elevating Macau as the “City of Performances” with TMElive?
Galaxy Macau™’s world-class Galaxy Arena has renewed its three-year strategic partnership with TMElive, extending a collaboration that has already transformed Macau into a hub for culture, music, and tourism.
(Photo above) Officiating guests at the agreement signing ceremony include representatives from Galaxy Entertainment Group and Tencent Music Entertainment Group:
Tencent Music Entertainment
- Michael Tseng, Vice President of Content Cooperation Department (far left);
- Tsai Chun Pan, Group Vice President, President of Content Cooperation, Distribution and TMElive, and Head of TMEA and TIMA (2nd from left);
- Cussion Kar Shun Pang, Executive Chairman (3rd from left).
Galaxy Entertainment Group
- Jeffrey Jiang, Executive Vice President, Entertainment Services (far right)
- Kevin Kelley, Chief Operating Officer, Macau (2nd from right);
- Francis Lui, Chairman (3rd from right)
Since the partnership began in 2023, the two have staged some of Asia-Pacific’s most spectacular music events, with the cornerstone TIMA (TMElive International Music Awards) and TMEA (Tencent Music Entertainment Awards) drawing thousands of fans, boosting Macau’s economy, and reinforcing its status as the “City of Performances.”
2025 TMEA (Tencent Music Entertainment Awards) commended artists and
musicians for their outstanding contribution
to the music industry with over 70 awards
From August 22–24, 2025, Galaxy Arena welcomed the debut edition of TIMA (TMElive International Music Awards) and the sixth edition of TMEA (Tencent Music Entertainment Awards), headlined by Asia’s biggest stars. Beyond the stage, the TME Chinese Music Impact Summit brought global industry leaders together to chart the future of Chinese and Asian music. Looking ahead, the renewed partnership promises even more large-scale concerts, music festivals, and immersive cultural showcases, with added perks for Tencent Music members, ensuring Macau’s tourism and entertainment offerings continue to shine on the world stage.
At a glance:
- Partnership extended: Galaxy Arena & TMElive renew 3-year deal
- Flagship events: TIMA debut + 6th TMEA drew thousands in Aug 2025
- Tourism + entertainment: Boosting Macau’s economy & cultural profile
- Star power: A-list performers including G-Dragon and Asia’s top pop stars
- Future focus: More concerts, festivals, and cultural galas with priority access for TME members
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