Art Macao: Macao International Art Biennale 2025 has opened, featuring over 30 exhibitions across six sections. Among the highlights is the City Pavilion section, which includes the Pavilion of Vila Franca de Xira from Portugal, titled “The Reinvention of the Real - Portuguese Contemporary Art in the Museum of Neo-Realism Collection.” Curated by David Santos and José Maçãs de Carvalho, the exhibition showcases Portuguese contemporary artworks in media such as painting, installation, photography, and video, created between 1999 and 2024. It is held at the Tap Seac Gallery and runs until November 16, 2025, with free admission.
The City Pavilion aligns with Macao SAR Government’s policy to position the region as a “cultural exchange centre between China and the Portuguese-speaking countries.” This exhibition matters because it deepens cultural ties between China and Portugal, highlights the Museum of Neo-Realism’s collection, and invites audiences to engage with contemporary art that critically reshapes reality. It also underscores Macao’s role as a hub for international art dialogue and cross-cultural collaboration.