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Live now: Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race
Live now: Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
Sports
Chinese officials take World Cup stage
Expats
L.A. youth delegation celebrates 45 years of friendship in Guangzhou
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
Lotus blooms brighten summer landscapes across China
Lotus blooms brighten summer landscapes across China
Rice waves in midsummer fields
Rice waves in midsummer fields
Festival
New Zealand dragon boat team takes on Diejiao's dragon boat drift challenge in Foshan
Manufacture
Foshan's Shishan Town unveils blueprint to promote smart manufacturing development
Travel
Embrace Summer Solstice on island
Opinions
Turing Award laureate lauds HPC and AI development in GBA
Turing Award laureate lauds HPC and AI development in GBA
"It's great that there is a concentration of Artificial Inte…
"Action and communication, nothing is impossible": Singapore's Defence Minister remarks at Shangri-La Dialogue
"Action and communication, nothing is impossible": Singapore's Defence Minister remarks at Shangri-La Dialogue
Chan Chun Sing, Singapore's Minister for Defence, brought a …
A new era of ironclad friendship: Serbia and China's path to a shared future
A new era of ironclad friendship: Serbia and China's path to a shared future
From May 24 to 28, Serbian President Aleksandar Vucic paid a…
Benefits of globalization widespread is APEC's biggest issue, says Eduardo Pedrosa
Benefits of globalization widespread is APEC's biggest issue, says Eduardo Pedrosa
"The biggest issue that we confront, and we've addressed thi…
Guangdong Goods, Global Picks
Dragon Boat Festival 2026
Global paddlers embrace China's dragon boat culture in Guangzhou
Festival
Global paddlers embrace China's dragon boat culture in Guangzhou
Thrilling race! The 2026 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament kicks off
Festival
Thrilling race! The 2026 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament kicks off
Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race kicks off
Festival
Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race kicks off
In Pics | Dragon Boats Race on Pinqing Lake in Shanwei
Shanwei
In Pics | Dragon Boats Race on Pinqing Lake in Shanwei
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Don't miss Zhangcha's centuries-old colorful dragon boat parade in Foshan this Dragon Boat Festival
Foshan
Don't miss Zhangcha's centuries-old colorful dragon boat parade in Foshan this Dragon Boat Festival
Dragon boats glow after dark? They're right here in Shunde, Foshan!
Foshan
Dragon boats glow after dark? They're right here in Shunde, Foshan!
Adorned boats stage a spectacular display in Shaoguan during Dragon Boat Festival
Shaoguan
Adorned boats stage a spectacular display in Shaoguan during Dragon Boat Festival
Specials
Guangdong
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
Zhaoqing
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
In 1956, Dinghu Mountain in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, became home to China's first nature reserve. After seven decades of dedicated conservation, nature continues to flourish here, renewing itself through the seasons. Scientists have discovered 368 new species at Dinghu Mountain, 71 of which are named after Dinghu or Dinghu Mountain. Today, it stands as a living museum of biodiversity.
Live now: Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race
Foshan
Live now: Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race
At 1:30 p.m. on June 22, the Diejiao Chaji J-Bend Dragon Boat Drift Race in Nanhai, Foshan, will take center stage, bringing a fresh twist to the thrilling spectacle of dragon boat racing.
East meets West at contemporary dance showcase
Shenzhen
East meets West at contemporary dance showcase
What happens when top Chinese dancers use Eastern physical philosophy to reinterpret Western avant-garde classics? You may find an answer at the "Global Masters' Showcase," a contemporary dance production to be staged Friday and Saturday.
This dragon boat feast in Shunde, Guangdong, absolutely amazing!
Foshan
This dragon boat feast in Shunde, Guangdong, absolutely amazing!
On June 20, a vibrant Dragon Boat Festival Feast kicked off in Longchongkou Village, Ronggui Subdistrict, Shunde District, Foshan.
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
Live now: Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race
East meets West at contemporary dance showcase
This dragon boat feast in Shunde, Guangdong, absolutely amazing!
Healthcare
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
Guangzhou
Rice waves in midsummer fields
Rice waves in midsummer fields
Cities
Guangzhou
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Nansha
Healthcare
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services.
Guangzhou
Rice waves in midsummer fields
Strolling through the paddies, you're surrounded by lush green. The wind stirs the rice waves. Pause to savour the rural scenery and embrace the beauty of summer.
Healthcare
Nine pictures show you int'l medical services at Zhongshan Ophthalmic Center
Our top ophthalmologists deliver precise multidisciplinary eye care.
Expats
L.A. youth delegation celebrates 45 years of friendship in Guangzhou
The Los Angeles "Youth Friendship Ambassador" delegation visited Yuexiu Park and toured the Guangzhou Urban Park Exhibition Hall on June 17. They also wrote messages on postcards and put them into a "Time Capsule" to commemorate the youth friendship between China and the United States.
Guangzhou
Discover Guangzhou Nansha | Cracking an ancient puzzle with fingertips and wit
Recently, three international students studying in Guangzhou visited Lanhe Town in Nansha to explore the profound art of traditional Chinese woodworking. As they pieced together the Luban lock—an ingenious puzzle revered as the "crystallization of ancient wisdom"—they experienced the unique charm of mortise-and-tenon joinery and traditional Chinese architectural aesthetics.
Nansha
Discover Guangzhou Nansha | A cultural immersion where ancient elegance meets modern life
Recently, international students from India and the Solomon Islands visited a well-preserved courtyard in Lanhe Town, Nansha District, Guangzhou, for an immersive cultural experience.
Nansha
International students' summer lychee experience in Guangzhou's Nansha
In early June, international students from India and the Solomon Islands visited Nansha District, Guangzhou to savour the early summer atmosphere and the season's freshest lychees.
Guangzhou
MSC launches premium 'Jade' Asia-Europe route from Guangzhou's Nansha port
The Jade route brings enhancements in capacity allocation and transportation efficiency, as it is operated by 16 ultra-large container vessels, each with a capacity of 24,000 TEUs. It covers markets in Southern Europe, including Spain, France, and Italy, and connects to the logistics networks of North Africa and the Eastern Mediterranean.
Shenzhen
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Nanshan
Shenzhen
East meets West at contemporary dance showcase
What happens when top Chinese dancers use Eastern physical philosophy to reinterpret Western avant-garde classics? You may find an answer at the "Global Masters' Showcase," a contemporary dance production to be staged Friday and Saturday.
Zhongshan
International students look into history of overseas Chinese and GBA development
A total of 36 international students from 19 countries, who are studying in Guangdong, visited Zhongshan, Jiangmen, and Shenzhen from June 12 to 15 to explore the history of overseas Chinese and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Festival
F1 on water? Head to Guangdong this dragon boat season
From rivers and lakes to village waterways and urban centers, communities across Guangdong are preparing for a spectacular season of races, parades, and folk festivities. Here is where you can experience the excitement firsthand.
Transportation
Metro Line 13 extended to link Guangming with Bao'an
This north‑south backbone line, extending approximately 41.69 kilometers, will link Nanshan, Bao'an, and Guangming districts. With interchanges to lines 1, 2, 5, 6, 9, and 11, it will make travel much easier for commuters in central and western Shenzhen.
Shenzhen
Shekou art festival invites you to a summer street art journey
This summer, the coastal enclave of Shekou invites you to wander its streets and discover art around every corner. The 10th Shekou AMaS (Amid Mountains and Seas) art festival kicks off Friday, transforming the district into a vibrant, interactive cultural landscape.
Shenzhen
A pond in bloom, every sight a gift
Dawn begins to break. Lotus flowers are in full bloom. Layer upon layer, they bloom in abundance, vibrant yet serene. Life's gifts for you often reveal themselves in the early morning.
Business
Merck completes GBA innovation center in Nanshan
The 2,500-square-meter facility is a joint project with the Chinese Academy of Sciences and the Shenzhen municipal government. According to Merck, it will contribute global technological resources, equipment and lab supplies to help local firms strengthen their R&D capabilities and align with international standards.
Shenzhen
Contemporary artist stages solo exhibition in Shekou
"Shen Yuan: JETLAG," contemporary artist Shen Yuan's first solo exhibition in South China, is now on view at the Sea World Culture and Arts Center in Shekou.
Travel
Embrace Summer Solstice on island
The Summer Solstice is here. Come wander by the island. Turquoise waves, rugged reefs, and the rising sun, all brim with island romance.
Festival
"Champion Dragon Boat" rises again in Doumen, Zhuhai
Made of ironwood, it is among the earliest surviving wooden dragon boats in Zhuhai. It once served as a training boat for local athletes who represented China at the Second World Dragon Boat Racing Championships in 1997, achieving remarkable results.
Culture
June Show Guide | Your next great night out
Your nights in June are covered! From ballet classics to Chinese dance dramas and crossover concerts, Guangdong's stages are packed with must-see shows this month.
Zhuhai
Wind whips up foaming waves as sunlight warms the beach
Sunlight shimmers over the sea. Boats glide across the blue waters. Coming and going—that's life. May every wave rush toward clear skies.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Culture
"Dear You" unveils theatrical release in Australia, New Zealand, US, Canada and more territories
​China's word-of-mouth hit "Dear You" has unveiled the second round of territories for its global theatrical release. On June 25, the film will be released in Australia and New Zealand. On June 26, it will be released in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Japan.
Sports
Recap: Guangdong City Basketball League Playoffs (Round 2)
The Guangdong City Basketball League Playoffs (Round 2) is set to kick off on June 13.
Sports
Recap: Guangdong City Football Super League (6th round)
The 2026 Guangdong City Football Super League (6th round) takes place from June 13 to 14.
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Nanhai
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Shunde
Foshan
Live now: Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race
At 1:30 p.m. on June 22, the Diejiao Chaji J-Bend Dragon Boat Drift Race in Nanhai, Foshan, will take center stage, bringing a fresh twist to the thrilling spectacle of dragon boat racing.
Foshan
This dragon boat feast in Shunde, Guangdong, absolutely amazing!
On June 20, a vibrant Dragon Boat Festival Feast kicked off in Longchongkou Village, Ronggui Subdistrict, Shunde District, Foshan.
Festival
New Zealand dragon boat team takes on Diejiao's dragon boat drift challenge in Foshan
On June 20, the Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race in Foshan featured an intense L-shaped turn shadow. The Ngā Hau e WhāAotearoa Dragon Boat Team from New Zealand competed with a full lineup.
Manufacture
Foshan's Shishan Town unveils blueprint to promote smart manufacturing development
Shishan Town (Nanhai District, Foshan) officially released a smart manufacturing development blueprint at an Industry-City Integration Promotion Forum held on June 18.
Foshan
Don't miss Zhangcha's centuries-old colorful dragon boat parade in Foshan this Dragon Boat Festival
The Dragon Boat Festival arrives and drums and gongs resound! In Dajiang Village, Zhangcha, Foshan, a colorful dragon boat dating back 300 years takes to the water once again. Firecrackers crackle and the signal rings out. The dragon dances across the water and surges through the waves.
Foshan
​Foshan's Zhangcha embraces the world with culture and distinctive products
On June 18, the South-Foshan Zhangcha International Communication Hub was officially inaugurated in Foshan, becoming Guangdong's second subdistrict-level international communication platform.
Foshan
South-Foshan Zhangcha International Communication Hub opens
As a key center of Lingnan culture, Zhangcha boasts time-honored traditions including dragon and lion dances, dragon boat racing, and Cantonese cuisine. It is also home to China's largest knitted fabric production base and a cluster of modern urban industries.
Foshan
Take the metro to explore Foshan Ancient Town
Foshan Metro Line 3 will be fully opertional on June 18. Travelling around Foshan will be much more convenient.
Foshan
Live now: Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race
At 1:30 p.m. on June 22, the Diejiao Chaji J-Bend Dragon Boat Drift Race in Nanhai, Foshan, will take center stage, bringing a fresh twist to the thrilling spectacle of dragon boat racing.
Festival
Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race kicks off
"Better to crash than to slow down." Known as the "F1 on Water," the race featured boats carving smooth turns at full speed, powered by surging momentum and crews pulling together as one.
Festival
F1 on water? Head to Guangdong this dragon boat season
From rivers and lakes to village waterways and urban centers, communities across Guangdong are preparing for a spectacular season of races, parades, and folk festivities. Here is where you can experience the excitement firsthand.
Foshan
Dragon boat crews get new guidance in Foshan
A 25-meter-long dragon boat drifts close to the riverbank in a channel that's only 5 meters wide at its narrowest point. The boat maneuvers through the bends in an almost extreme posture.
Foshan
This dragon boat feast in Shunde, Guangdong, absolutely amazing!
On June 20, a vibrant Dragon Boat Festival Feast kicked off in Longchongkou Village, Ronggui Subdistrict, Shunde District, Foshan.
Foshan
Dragon boats glow after dark? They're right here in Shunde, Foshan!
When you hear the word "dragon boat," what's the first thing that comes to your mind? Wooden? Ancient? Or full of power? But here's the thing, hardly anyone would link them with cyberpunk vibes. In Ronggui, Shunde, Foshan, every Dragon Boat Festival, a traditional Chinese holiday, the "night dragon boats" make their grand appearance.
Travel
Gentle morning light over a verdant lakeside
Greenery sways gently as gentle ripples spread across the lake. Morning light slowly unfolds, and all that is beautiful quietly begins to grow.
Sports
Shunde's dragon boat training goes viral online
A video of dragon boat paddlers from Shunde, Foshan, Guangdong Province, has gone viral on Chinese social media, with viewers marvelling at the rarely filmed power and precision of their synchronised strokes.
Festival
Shaoguan's Dragon Boat Festival events kick off
On June 19, the sound of drums thundered on the Wujiang River in Shaoguan, while the Lishi Pawnshop Square in Zhenjiang District was bustling with crowds.
Shaoguan
Adorned boats stage a spectacular display in Shaoguan during Dragon Boat Festival
Colorfully adorned dragon boats set out on the Wujiang River carrying rice wine, ballads, and gifts to celebrate the Dragon Boat Festival, a tradition dating back more than a thousand years in Shaoguan.
Travel
Hydrangeas bloom into a sea of blossoms in Shaoguan
Clusters of hydrangeas burst into a sea of blossoms. Soft as clouds and rosy as sunset glow, they weave a dream of summer.
Shaoguan
Green covers the paddies as winds stir the rolling rice waves
Green waves of rice ripple across the paddies. Sunshine or rain alike nourish the land. May heaven and earth bless every flourishing stretch of green.
Heyuan
Verdant hills, clouds drifting at ease
Venture into the hills and fields, and discover the beauty of nature. A gentle breeze wanders through the forest, and the world settles into stillness. Everywhere you look, the scenery soothes the soul.
Heyuan
Heyuan toy exports reach RMB 540 million from January to April
​From January to April this year, Heyuan in Guangdong Province exported toys worth RMB 540 million, up 2.3% year on year. Products ranging from plastic dolls and zinc-alloy toy cars to educational plastic toys have proved popular in overseas markets.
Culture
June Show Guide | Your next great night out
Your nights in June are covered! From ballet classics to Chinese dance dramas and crossover concerts, Guangdong's stages are packed with must-see shows this month.
Travel
Guangdong spotlights 10 Beautiful China Signature Sites
Launched on April 17, 2026, the selection campaign seeks to highlight exemplary sites featuring a mix of natural scenery, ecological value, and cultural legacy. The 10 sites in Guangdong range from restored mining pits to age-old villages and migratory bird stopovers.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Meizhou
In pics | Wild birds thrive amid Meizhou's lush landscapes
​Meizhou, Guangdong Province, is home to a diverse array of wild birds, reflecting the city's steadily improving ecological environment and abundant green spaces.
Trade
Meizhou's foreign trade surges 48.5% in first four months of 2026
Exports totaled 2.70 billion yuan, up 27.3% year on year, while imports jumped by 110.8% to 1.52 billion yuan. In April alone, the city's foreign trade reached 1.11 billion yuan, up 60.9% year on year.
Culture
Explore qiaopi culture across Guangdong's museums
​With the popularity of the Chaoshan-dialect film Dear You in China, qiaopi has drawn attention to the emotional ties between overseas Chinese communities and their hometowns.
Huizhou
Rare Oriental Darter makes month-long stopover in Huizhou
A rare Oriental Darter (Anhinga melanogaster) was spotted at Huizhou West Lake in Guangdong Province recently, marking the first recorded sighting of the species in the province. The bird has now been observed staying at the lake for about one month.
Culture
June Show Guide | Your next great night out
Your nights in June are covered! From ballet classics to Chinese dance dramas and crossover concerts, Guangdong's stages are packed with must-see shows this month.
Transportation
Hong Kong extends Southbound Travel Scheme for mainland cars to five more GBA cities
The Southbound Travel Scheme has been expanded to include five more cities in the GBA, bringing the total number of participating cities to nine, effective June 9.
Huizhou
​Crape myrtle blooms brighten Huizhou's Guabang Pavilion
​Crape myrtle trees are now in full bloom by the side of Guabang Pavilion (挂榜阁) in the Honghua Lake Scenic Area, Huizhou, bringing splashes of pink and purple to the summer landscape.
Shanwei
In Pics | Dragon Boats Race on Pinqing Lake in Shanwei
On June 19, dragon boat teams competed on Pinqing Lake and at the Mt. Fengshan Temple Tourist Area in Shanwei, Guangdong Province, as part of the city's Dragon Boat Festival celebrations.
Business
Shanwei jewelry shines at China (Guangzhou) Cross-Border E-Commerce Fair
Shanwei's gold, silver, and jewelry industry took center stage at the 2026 China (Guangzhou) Cross-Border E-Commerce Fair (CCEF) that opened in Guangzhou on June 16, highlighting Shanwei's growing role in global trade and digital commerce.
Shanwei
World's largest Ro-Ro carrier sets sail from China, carrying over 8,000 vehicles to Europe
Loaded with over 8,000 Chinese-made vehicles, the giant vessel is now en route to Europe. The Shanwei Maritime Safety Administration provided high-efficiency public services to ensure the seamless and safe departure for this major export voyage.
Shanwei
Shanwei shines as a global hub for colored gemstone processing and trade
​Shanwei has emerged as one of the world's leading hubs for colored gemstone processing and trade. About half of the world's rough colored gemstones are processed in Shanwei, with products exported to over 180 countries and regions.
Dongguan
Dragon boats race to the beat in Dongguan
The thunder of drums and the surge of paddles returned to the Wanjiang section of the Dongjiang River in Dongguan on June 15 as the 2026 "Wanjiang Dragon Super League · No. 1 Spectacle" Dragon Boat Championship got underway.
Culture
Peace and good health on Dragon Boat Festival! Happy Father's Day!
Sit on the shoulders, see beyond the race. Peace and good health on Dragon Boat Festival! Happy Father's Day!
Festival
F1 on water? Head to Guangdong this dragon boat season
From rivers and lakes to village waterways and urban centers, communities across Guangdong are preparing for a spectacular season of races, parades, and folk festivities. Here is where you can experience the excitement firsthand.
Business
Global developers gather in Dongguan's Songshan Lake for HarmonyOS gala
Tens of thousands of developers, industry experts, and ecosystem partners from around the world gathered to exchange ideas and discuss the latest developments in the HarmonyOS ecosystem and artificial intelligence.
Zhongshan
Century-old overseas Chinese house turns into innovation and entrepreneurship workshop
Caobian Village, founded in the Song Dynasty, is a well-preserved ancient village in Zhongshan with a profound overseas Chinese cultural heritage.
Zhongshan
Congshanfang Block: Century-old overseas Chinese houses bloom with new stories
Congshanfang Block in Zhongshan, Guangdong，was built in the late Qing Dynasty and early Republic-era. Here, over a hundred overseas Chinese houses are laid out in picturesque disorder, exuding a delicate and graceful charm, like a modest and refined young lady.
Zhongshan
International students look into history of overseas Chinese and GBA development
A total of 36 international students from 19 countries, who are studying in Guangdong, visited Zhongshan, Jiangmen, and Shenzhen from June 12 to 15 to explore the history of overseas Chinese and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Festival
F1 on water? Head to Guangdong this dragon boat season
From rivers and lakes to village waterways and urban centers, communities across Guangdong are preparing for a spectacular season of races, parades, and folk festivities. Here is where you can experience the excitement firsthand.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Zhongshan
International students look into history of overseas Chinese and GBA development
A total of 36 international students from 19 countries, who are studying in Guangdong, visited Zhongshan, Jiangmen, and Shenzhen from June 12 to 15 to explore the history of overseas Chinese and the development of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Jiangmen
Jiangmen hosts landmark dragon boat parade
​A dragon boat parade took place on the Zhangwei River (Wusi Section) in Liyue Subdistrict on June 15. It marked the first time that all major types of dragon boats in Jianghai District, Jiangmen, Guangdong, were brought together in a joint display.
Jiangmen
Your guide to 2026 Dragon Boat Festival events in Jiangmen
​During the Dragon Boat Festival, Jiangmen will host a series of events across its districts and towns. These events will showcase traditional dragon boat races and local waterfront culture.
Festival
Residents flock to buy mugwort and calamus ahead of Dragon Boat Festival
Traditionally, households place the plants at their entrances on the fifth day of the fifth lunar month, believing that their natural fragrance helps repel insects, ward off harmful influences, and bring health and safety to the family.
Yangjiang
In pics | Peak time for sun-drying colorful Xiangyunsha in Yangjiang
​Xiangyunsha (Gambiered Guangdong Gauze) is a traditional silk fabric unique to Guangdong. It is made from grey mulberry silk and dyed with Dioscorea cirrhosa juice. Afterwards, it is coated with river mud and sun-dried via a traditional process that cannot be fully mechanized.
Yangjiang
CGN installs ultra-large 18-MW offshore wind turbine in Guangdong
China General Nuclear Power Corporation (CGN) recently completed the installation of its first 18-megawatt ultra-large offshore wind turbine at the 1-gigawatt Fanshi II offshore wind power project in Yangjiang, South China's Guangdong Province.
Yangjiang
Yangjiang exports lychees to U.S. and Singapore for first time
How hard is it for a fresh lychee to travel from an orchard in southern China to the United States? The journey is a race against time, necessitating a strict cold-chain and quarantine requirements. June 2 marked the commencement of the agricultural export season in Yangdong District, Yangjiang, with premium local Feizixiao lychees shipped to the U.S. and Singapore for the first time.
Festival
Dragon boat races in Anpu, Lianjiang attract Swiss family
During the Dragon Boat Festival, thrilling dragon boat races were held along the Jiuzhou River in Anpu, Lianjiang, Zhanjiang. Rik from Switzerland came to watch the races together with his parents, who traveled all the way from Switzerland to China.
Zhanjiang
Global seafood industry players converge in Zhanjiang for 12th Guangdong aquaculture expo
The 12th Guangdong International Aquaculture Products Expo (GIAPE) opened on June 18 at the Zhanjiang Olympic Sports Center in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, drawing more than 400 exhibitors and more than 4,000 buyers from more than 20 countries and regions, including the European Union, the United States, Ecuador, Malaysia, Indonesia, Vietnam, Thailand, India, and Iran. Delegations from more than 30 provinces, autonomous regions, and municipalities across China also attended.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Zhanjiang
World's first floating dynamic positioning aquaculture platform "Zhanjiang Bay No.1" launches first haul
The first batch of spotfin croaker farmed on the world's first floating dynamic positioning aquaculture platform, Zhanjiang Bay No. 1, was successfully harvested on June 18. This marks the platform's first fishing production output since entering operation and represents a milestone in the exploration of deep-sea aquaculture and modern offshore fishing.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Travel
Fields in morning light in Maoming
Morning light unfurls. The fields stretch into a flowing sea of green. Rice seedlings shoot upward. Time drifts gently across the countryside.
Sports
Maoming weightlifter Pan Zhixin wins gold at China-Japan-Korea Invitational Tournament
Pan Zhixin, a 69 kg lifter from Maonan District, Maoming City, Guangdong Province, claimed gold with a 115 kg snatch, a 135 kg clean and jerk, and a total lift of 250 kg—earning her first international title.
Maoming
Consular officials visit Maoming, exploring cooperation amid litchi trees
From June 11 to 12, consular officials of Singapore, Indonesia, Malaysia and the United States stationed in Guangzhou gathered in Maoming to explore new opportunities for international cooperation.
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Huilong Town
Zhaoqing
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
In 1956, Dinghu Mountain in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, became home to China's first nature reserve. After seven decades of dedicated conservation, nature continues to flourish here, renewing itself through the seasons. Scientists have discovered 368 new species at Dinghu Mountain, 71 of which are named after Dinghu or Dinghu Mountain. Today, it stands as a living museum of biodiversity.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Zhaoqing
Zhaoqing learns from Hong Kong and Macao to improve elderly care services
Since the beginning of 2025, Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, has intensified efforts to advance its "Nanyue Housecraft" elderly care pilot program by integrating advanced care concepts from Hong Kong and Macao with local service features, promoting higher-quality elderly care services across the city.
Zhaoqing
Zhaoqing pioneers a talent development model to broaden cross-border elderly care employment opportunities
A vocational skills competition for elderly caregivers from Zhaoqing, Hong Kong, and Macao, together with a forum on the high-quality development of elderly care services in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, recently concluded in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province.
Zhaoqing
Tiy Loy Company LTD: Centuries of transnational Qiaopi delivery | Gaoyao Huilong Overseas Chinese Stories (6)
The recent hit film Dear You features an institution called "Qiaopi bureau"—an agency that helped overseas Chinese send remittances and letters home. In many ways, its role resembles the work of our company, which continues to operate today as an important bridge between overseas Chinese communities and their hometowns.
Zhaoqing
Zhong Rong and Gaoyao farmers thrive together in Australia's local market | Gaoyao Huilong Overseas Chinese Stories (5)
Gaoyao farmers came together in 1989 to establish the "Chinese Agricultural Association" in New South Wales. Around 90 percent of the members were from Gaoyao, while the rest were immigrants from the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region and Zhongshan City of Guangdong.
Guangdong
Huang Hanyuan mobilizes overseas Chinese to donate supplies and funds | Gaoyao Huilong Overseas Chinese Stories (4)
My name is Huang Hanyuan. I have lived in Australia for many years and have long been involved in local overseas Chinese organizations.
Zhaoqing
Su Ruixiang conveys hometown affection through unity and service | Gaoyao Huilong Overseas Chinese Stories (3)
My name is Su Ruixiang. I joined the Australia Zhaoqing Fellowship Association Incorporated in 2005 when I was still relatively young, initially helping senior members with miscellaneous tasks.
Qingyuan
Landslide strikes Qingyuan's Yao'an 10 minutes after villagers evacuate
Yao'an Yao Ethnic Township in Lianzhou, Qingyuan, Guangdong, has recently been battered by persistent heavy rain. Since June 2, the township has recorded cumulative rainfall of up to 382.3 millimeters, while localized short-duration rainfall has exceeded 100 millimeters, heightening the risk of geological hazards including landslides.
Qingyuan
Qingyuan unveils new national AAA-rated tourist attraction
​Xiajing Xiaohuashan Scenic Area (下迳小华山景区) in Jintan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan, Guangdong Province, has officially been designated a national AAA-rated tourist attraction.
Qingyuan
Rafting enthusiasts from 14 countries ride the rapids in China's Rafting Capital of Qingyuan
As temperatures rise in southern China, many people turn to air conditioning or cold drinks to stay cool. In Qingyuan, however, people beat the summer heat by rafting.
Travel
Guangdong spotlights 10 Beautiful China Signature Sites
Launched on April 17, 2026, the selection campaign seeks to highlight exemplary sites featuring a mix of natural scenery, ecological value, and cultural legacy. The 10 sites in Guangdong range from restored mining pits to age-old villages and migratory bird stopovers.
Chaozhou
Chaozhou's 600-year-old land dragon boat tradition lives on
With the Dragon Boat Festival approaching, the waters of Lingnan are already alive with the beat of drums. In Dachengsuo, Raoping County, Chaozhou, however, a distinctive dragon boat parade is quietly taking shape along ancient streets and narrow lanes. These dragon boats never touch the water; they parade entirely on land.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Culture
Dear You premieres in Singapore: Teochew descendant recalls his grandparents' Nanyang journey
For Singaporean Chinese Andrew Tan (Chen Zaicheng), the film was deeply personal. Having grown up hearing stories from his parents and grandparents, Tan—who traces his roots to Kim Sa Village in Guangdong's Chao'an District—said the film vividly brought those family memories to life.
Business
First foreign vessel loads goods at newly-opened Chaozhou terminal for int'l shipment
​A Panama-flagged vessel has loaded more than 3,000 tons of soybean goods at a newly opened terminal in Chaozhou, Guangdong Province and has set sail for Japan, marking the facility's first international shipment.
Cuisine
Rap battle | Who's Guangdong's real zongzi MVP?
Six legendary Guangdong zongzi enter the ring for an epic rap battle! Welcome to the Guangdong Zongzi Rap Battle, where tradition meets hip-hop in the tastiest showdown of the year!
Culture
"Dear You" unveils theatrical release in Australia, New Zealand, US, Canada and more territories
​China's word-of-mouth hit "Dear You" has unveiled the second round of territories for its global theatrical release. On June 25, the film will be released in Australia and New Zealand. On June 26, it will be released in the United States, Canada, the United Kingdom, Ireland, and Japan.
Sports
Recap: Guangdong City Basketball League Playoffs (Round 1)
The post-season of the Guangdong City Basketball League (Yue BA) is set to kick off on June 10. This round of the playoffs will feature a special two-leg aggregate format. Eight teams, ranked 3rd-6th in the Eastern and Western divisions, will compete for the remaining four spots in the Quarterfinals. The top two teams from each division have already secured direct qualification for the Quarterfinals.
Shantou
Asia's longest V-shaped continuous girder bridge completes closure on Eastern Guangdong Intercity Railway
The main span of the (98+180+98)-meter V-shaped continuous girder bridge on the Chaoshan Station-Chaoshan Airport Viaduct of the Eastern Guangdong Intercity Railway completed closure on May 30 after the final cubic meter of concrete was poured.
Travel
Yunfu welcomes lotus blooms in summer
Lotus flowers in the Panlong Tianhu Lake in Yuncheng District, Yunfu, Guangdong Province, are gradually blooming, taking on a picturesque summer look and attracting shutterbugs, residents, and tourists to come to enjoy the flowers and take photos.
Yunfu
Space-bred rice thrives in Yunfu
​As summer arrives in Liantan Town, Yu'nan County, approximately 66.7 hectares of paddy fields stretching from Xiba to Longyan village committees have turned into a sea of emerald green. Beyond their scenic appeal, these fields serve as a demonstration ground for agricultural innovation, featuring 11.3 hectares of experimental plots cultivating "Huahang Xiangyinzhen," a premium rice variety developed through space breeding using seeds carried aboard China's Shenzhou spacecraft.
Yunfu
Foreign content creators explore Yunfu, a hidden gem in Guangdong
From May 23 to 24, content creators from Poland, Russia, Hungary, Kazakhstan, New Zealand, and other countries gathered in Yunfu, Guangdong Province, for a two-day immersive trip.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Goods × Yue BA highlights
The "Guangdong Goods × Yue BA" series has taken viewers through Guangdong's 21 cities to discover the province's signature products. From tech innovations and traditional handicrafts to local delicacies and beverages, these goods reflect the Guangdong people's pursuit of a better life and echo the dedication of basketball players chasing victory on the court.
Video
Zhaoqing
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
In 1956, Dinghu Mountain in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, became home to China's first nature reserve. After seven decades of dedicated conservation, nature continues to flourish here, renewing itself through the seasons. Scientists have discovered 368 new species at Dinghu Mountain, 71 of which are named after Dinghu or Dinghu Mountain. Today, it stands as a living museum of biodiversity.
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
Healthcare
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services.
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
Guangzhou
Rice waves in midsummer fields
Strolling through the paddies, you're surrounded by lush green. The wind stirs the rice waves. Pause to savour the rural scenery and embrace the beauty of summer.
Rice waves in midsummer fields
Festival
New Zealand dragon boat team takes on Diejiao's dragon boat drift challenge in Foshan
On June 20, the Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race in Foshan featured an intense L-shaped turn shadow. The Ngā Hau e WhāAotearoa Dragon Boat Team from New Zealand competed with a full lineup.
New Zealand dragon boat team takes on Diejiao's dragon boat drift challenge in Foshan
Dinghu Mountain: A living museum of nature in Zhaoqing
What true premium eye care feels like—meet ZOC's global eye care services
Rice waves in midsummer fields
New Zealand dragon boat team takes on Diejiao's dragon boat drift challenge in Foshan
Embrace Summer Solstice on island
Travel
Embrace Summer Solstice on island
The Summer Solstice is here. Come wander by the island. Turquoise waves, rugged reefs, and the rising sun, all brim with island romance.
Global paddlers embrace China's dragon boat culture in Guangzhou
Festival
Global paddlers embrace China's dragon boat culture in Guangzhou
The 2026 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament kicked off in Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong Province, on June 20, staging an integration of fascinating time-honored Chinese folk culture and global sporting vitality.
Thrilling race! The 2026 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament kicks off
Festival
Thrilling race! The 2026 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament kicks off
The 2026 Guangzhou International Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament kicks off on June 20. It brings together more than 3,800 athletes from 105 teams representing 20 countries and regions to compete on the Pearl River.
Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race kicks off
Festival
Foshan's Diejiao Dragon Boat Drift Race kicks off
"Better to crash than to slow down." Known as the "F1 on Water," the race featured boats carving smooth turns at full speed, powered by surging momentum and crews pulling together as one.
Passionate Dragon Boat Festival, I love dragon boats
Shaoguan
Passionate Dragon Boat Festival, I love dragon boats
The paddles stir the waters of Shaoguan, and the surging waves connect the world. We welcome friends from all over the world to experience the Chinese-style carnival!
German enterprises' visit to Shaoguan: Intelligent connectivity for a new future
Shaoguan
German enterprises' visit to Shaoguan: Intelligent connectivity for a new future
A delegation led by Xu Jingbo, Vice President of the Association of German Chambers of Industry and Commerce (AHK) Greater China, visited Shaoguan to conduct on-site investigation and exchange on big data industrial development and vocational education cooperation.
Rare Oriental Darter makes month-long stopover in Huizhou
Huizhou
Rare Oriental Darter makes month-long stopover in Huizhou
A rare Oriental Darter (Anhinga melanogaster) was spotted at Huizhou West Lake in Guangdong Province recently, marking the first recorded sighting of the species in the province. The bird has now been observed staying at the lake for about one month.
Quiet bloom of dendrobium, a pleasant surprise
Guangdong
Quiet bloom of dendrobium, a pleasant surprise
Dendrobium climbs up the branches, and blooms quietly.
Picture
Lotus blooms brighten summer landscapes across China
Lotus blooms brighten summer landscapes across China
This photo taken on June 17, 2026 shows lotus flowers in Yanfeng District of Hengyang City, central China's Hunan Province.
Chinese officials take World Cup stage
Chinese officials take World Cup stage
​Chinese match officials marked a new World Cup milestone on Saturday as Ma Ning, Zhou Fei and Fu Ming were assigned to the Group E match between Ecuador and Curacao.
In Pics | Dragon Boats Race on Pinqing Lake in Shanwei
In Pics | Dragon Boats Race on Pinqing Lake in Shanwei
On June 19, dragon boat teams competed on Pinqing Lake and at the Mt. Fengshan Temple Tourist Area in Shanwei, Guangdong Province, as part of the city's Dragon Boat Festival celebrations.
Duanwu Festival celebrated with festive activities across China
Duanwu Festival celebrated with festive activities across China
Dragon boat races and cultural activities were held across China to celebrate the Duanwu Festival, also known as the Dragon Boat Festival, which falls on June 19 this year.
Crape myrtles in peak bloom season at Guangzhou's Yuyin Shanfang
Crape myrtles in peak bloom season at Guangzhou's Yuyin Shanfang
Centered on the summer bloom of crape myrtles, the event features a series of exhibitions and cultural activities showcasing Lingnan garden aesthetics, horticultural craftsmanship, and traditional culture.
Short-legged corgi serves as professional police dog
Short-legged corgi serves as professional police dog
Can an adorable, short-legged corgi really serve as a professional police dog? In Guangzhou, a corgi named "Potato" has done just that, passing the rigorous certification of the Ministry of Public Security of the People's Republic of China and officially qualifying as an explosives detection dog.
Scenery of blooming lotus flowers in China
Scenery of blooming lotus flowers in China
A citizen takes selfies amid lotus flowers at a wetland park in Tianfu New Area in southwest China's Sichuan Province, June 5, 2026.
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