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Int'l vloggers dive into dragon boat racing at Guangdong Provincial Games
Int'l vloggers dive into dragon boat racing at Guangdong Provincial Games
The so-called South China Sea arbitration award: 10 years of futility and provocation
The so-called South China Sea arbitration award: 10 years of futility and provocation
Biodiversity
Giant panda cub "Wang Shu" celebrates her first birthday at Chongqing Zoo
Travel
Admiring lotus blooms in this long summer
Typhoon Bavi wreaks havoc across nation's eastern coast
Typhoon Bavi wreaks havoc across nation's eastern coast
How "Dear You" challenges China's blockbuster formula
How "Dear You" challenges China's blockbuster formula
Fresh U.S.-Iran clashes spark regional concerns, calls for de-escalation
Fresh U.S.-Iran clashes spark regional concerns, calls for de-escalation
Art
Picasso's printmaking legacy presented in Futian, Shenzhen
Foshan
Welcome to Foshan's Datang to enjoy football matches & night markets
Shenzhen
Buying a car in Shenzhen? You could drive it home the same day
Opinions
New China-EU consultation mechanism promotes collaboration over trade frictions
New China-EU consultation mechanism promotes collaboration over trade frictions
The first meeting of the China-EU Trade and Investment Consu…
Chinese AC boom in Europe isn't just about the heatwave—here's why
Chinese AC boom in Europe isn't just about the heatwave—here's why
A historic heatwave has gripped Europe, breaking temperature…
UK Prime Minister Starmer resigns as Labour leader, sixth premier to quit in a decade
UK Prime Minister Starmer resigns as Labour leader, sixth premier to quit in a decade
Sir Keir Starmer announced on June 22 (local time), that he …
From Punggol to CCA: How Singapore is reinventing public housing | Eye on Singapore②
From Punggol to CCA: How Singapore is reinventing public housing | Eye on Singapore②
On a typical afternoon, young families stroll along a 4.2-ki…
Meet You in Guangdong
Meet You in Guangdong
From Canada to China: David's story of home in rural Guangdong | My Home in GBA ⑤
Expats
From Canada to China: David's story of home in rural Guangdong | My Home in GBA ⑤
Foreign executives win dragon boat race, vow to return next year
Culture
Foreign executives win dragon boat race, vow to return next year
South Africa looks to Shenzhen for innovation and investment opportunities
Africa
South Africa looks to Shenzhen for innovation and investment opportunities
French and Chinese artists rediscover Zhanjiang
Zhanjiang
French and Chinese artists rediscover Zhanjiang
Foreign bloggers love Zhuhai Xiawan Night Market
Zhuhai
Foreign bloggers love Zhuhai Xiawan Night Market
China Southern Airlines showcases green aviation in China-US youth climate programme visit
China-US
China Southern Airlines showcases green aviation in China-US youth climate programme visit
French father-son duo: "Everyone says: if you want to make art toys, go to Dongguan."
Dongguan
French father-son duo: "Everyone says: if you want to make art toys, go to Dongguan."
Dongguan's art toys debut at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival
Dongguan
Dongguan's art toys debut at the Annecy International Animation Film Festival
Specials
Guangdong
Natural ACs: Explore Guangdong's coolest caves
Travel
Natural ACs: Explore Guangdong's coolest caves
As temperatures rise across Guangdong, the province's caves offer a refreshing escape from the summer heat. Cool year-round, these underground worlds combine dramatic karst landscapes, boat tours, and adventure experiences. Here are some of the province's top cave destinations for a summer cool-down.
Summer night culture tour: Guangdong museums extend hours for 2026
Travel
Summer night culture tour: Guangdong museums extend hours for 2026
From Guangzhou to Shenzhen and Foshan, here are the places to enjoy museums after dark this summer.
July Exhibition Guide | From Renaissance masterpieces to tiny wonders
Art
July Exhibition Guide | From Renaissance masterpieces to tiny wonders
Whether you're into Renaissance paintings, Chinese history, classic comics, or the natural world, Guangdong has something to explore this July. Here are four exhibitions that offer a closer look at art, culture and science across Guangzhou and Shenzhen.
July Fair Guide | Guangdong events in July
Business
July Fair Guide | Guangdong events in July
Guangdong is hosting a lively lineup of fairs in July 2026, covering cross-border e-commerce, building decoration, quality Guangdong-made products, and more.
Natural ACs: Explore Guangdong's coolest caves
Summer night culture tour: Guangdong museums extend hours for 2026
July Exhibition Guide | From Renaissance masterpieces to tiny wonders
July Fair Guide | Guangdong events in July
Event
July Show Guide | Your cultural picks for the month
July Show Guide | Your cultural picks for the month
Travel
Chasing lotus blooms across Guangdong
Chasing lotus blooms across Guangdong
Cities
Guangzhou
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Nansha
Early rice harvesting in Aotou, Conghua, Guangzhou
Travel
700-year-old Langtou Village revived as a model for rural revitalization in South China
It is home to one of the largest and best-preserved clusters of architecture from the Ming and Qing dynasties in the Pearl River Delta, and its 700-year tradition of valuing education has produced generations of accomplished imperial scholars.
Travel
Admiring lotus blooms in this long summer
Summer's limited-edition romance—a pond brimming with lotus blooms. Green leaves cradle petals of pink, which stand graceful and slender above the water. Fragrance drifts forth with every gentle breeze.
Travel
Free ticket raffle | Grandview Mall summer carnival kicks off
As an exclusive perk for South readers, the mall is giving away four single-entry tickets to Grandview Aquarium, each valued at 220 yuan. Readers can fill out the information card below to register for the free tickets.
Guangzhou
PSG legend Bruno N'Gotty to host free youth football clinic in Guangzhou's Nansha
On July 11, Paris Saint-Germain (PSG) Academy Greater Bay Area (GBA) will host a free youth football clinic at Puzhou Square in Guangzhou's Nansha District, featuring legendary PSG defender Bruno N'Gotty.
Guangzhou
Guangzhou AI-powered factory fuels Europe's AC boom
​A smart factory in Guangzhou's Nansha District can produce up to 45,000 air conditioners (ACs) a day, meeting the surging European demand for Midea's PortaSplit units.
World
Why Namibian President picks Guangdong for first stop of China visit
Namibian President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah arrived in Guangzhou on July 5, 2026, commencing a week-long state visit, which is also her first trip to China since assuming office.
GBA
Drones help bridge two sides of Pearl River in GBA mega-project Shiziyang Channel
A heavy-duty drone successfully delivered a pilot rope across the Pearl River on June 30, signaling a key breakthrough for the Shiziyang Channel, the Guangdong Transportation Group announced. The project has now officially advanced into the superstructure construction phase for its cross-river section.
Shenzhen
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Nanshan
Art
Broadway 'queens' to meet local audiences
Six leading cast members from the hit Broadway musical "Six" are set to dazzle Shenzhen audiences with an electrifying concert performance, "Stars Gala: Broadway Queens," backed by a 16-piece live band featuring strings, brass, and percussion.
Shenzhen
In a first, Shenzhen to extend heroism law to online and street scam-busting
Shenzhen will become the first city in China to expand the legal definition of civic heroism to include acts such as stopping online fraud, exposing staged traffic accident scams, and intervening in school bullying, according to a revised regulation taking effect Dec. 1.
Art
Picasso's printmaking legacy presented in Futian, Shenzhen
No trip to Europe is needed to experience the printmaking art of Pablo Picasso. A major exhibition, "Picasso: A Retrospective of Printmaking," is being presented in Futian through the end of this month.
Shenzhen
Buying a car in Shenzhen? You could drive it home the same day
Travel
Summer night culture tour: Guangdong museums extend hours for 2026
From Guangzhou to Shenzhen and Foshan, here are the places to enjoy museums after dark this summer.
Shenzhen
Shenzhen's Robot Valley emerges as global hub of robotics innovation
Nestled within a 10-kilometer stretch flanked by the Tanglang and Yangtai mountains in Shenzhen's Nanshan District, China's "Robot Valley" has rapidly evolved into a global epicenter for robotics innovation, driven by an unparalleled supply chain and deep industry-academia integration.
Africa
South Africa looks to Shenzhen for innovation and investment opportunities
During the visit, South African representatives highlighted Shenzhen's strengths in innovation and technology, and expressed interest in attracting Chinese investment in areas such as the automotive sector, renewable energy, and battery and fuel technologies.
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.
Transportation
Jiangjunling tunnel along Zhuhai-Zhaoqing high-speed railway successfully drilled through in S China's Guangdong
​A 3,500-meter long tunnel, the Jiangjunling tunnel along the Zhuhai-Zhaoqing high-speed railway, was successfully drilled through on Friday.
Zhuhai
Foreign bloggers love Zhuhai Xiawan Night Market
Two foreign influencers recently toured the Xiawan Night Market in Gongbei, Zhuhai, and were struck by its lively atmosphere.
Zhuhai
Pics | Summer dreams in skies of Zhuhai
Zhuhai is located on the coast of Guangdong Province, where the Pearl River meets the sea. Here, the coastal breezes transform ordinary clouds into a living canvas. You can see clouds shaped like a little golden dragon, fluffy sheep, leaping dolphins, and puppies rolling playfully in the sky.
Zhuhai
Egrets World: A secluded birdwatching spot in Zhuhai
At Egrets World in Jinwan, Zhuhai, flocks of egrets soar through the air to the sound of birdsong. Set in the secluded water town of Sanban Village, it is one of Zhuhai's recommended birdwatching spots for visitors looking to enjoy the beauty of nature.
Shantou
Strolling through Shantou, and stepping back in time
Wandering through the streets of Shantou is incredibly relaxing; every casual snapshot turns into a vintage-style photo.
Business
July Fair Guide | Guangdong events in July
Guangdong is hosting a lively lineup of fairs in July 2026, covering cross-border e-commerce, building decoration, quality Guangdong-made products, and more.
Travel
Sea breezes brush past as tides rise and fall in Shantou
The orange sea mingles with the evening glow. The sea rests quietly like dark silk. Come to a place where the wind blows and savor this calm, gentle moment.
Transportation
Chaoshan Railway Station rolls out new rail schedule, adding routes to Yiwu and Shenzhen North
Chaoshan Railway Station in eastern Guangdong has officially launched its third-quarter 2026 train operation plan, effective July 1. The new schedule boosts train services, improves intercity connectivity, and introduces flexible ticketing options to meet surging summer travel demand.
Foshan
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Chancheng
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Nanhai
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Shunde
Foshan
Welcome to Foshan's Datang to enjoy football matches & night markets
World Cup fever is sweeping the globe, but the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has its own brand of excitement. Welcome to Foshan's own "LaLiga." Here, the pitch doubles as a stage, with 16 themed nights, one after another.
Manufacture
Inside China's factories, computing power is reshaping manufacturing
The scene reflects a broader transformation taking place across China's manufacturing sector. The world's largest manufacturing base is moving beyond traditional advantages of scale and labor, using computing power, data and AI to build smarter and more flexible factories.
Manufacture
World's first soy sauce 'lighthouse factory' in Foshan leverages AI to upgrade brewing
Thanks to the advanced AI technologies and equipment being used in the production of soy sauce and the high quality of its products, the Gaoming factory, a subsidiary of the 400-year-old brand Haitian, was added to the global "lighthouse factory" network by the World Economic Forum in January, 2025.
Foshan
Explore a creative market with a true Lingnan vibe in Foshan
Explore a creative market with a true Lingnan vibe in Foshan
Foshan
Explore a creative market with a true Lingnan vibe in Foshan
Explore a creative market with a true Lingnan vibe in Foshan
Transportation
High-speed rail reaches Foshan Ancient Town, where Lingnan journeys start
Foshan Station on the Guangzhou-Zhanjiang High-Speed Railway opened on July 1. Chancheng, Foshan, ushers in a new era of high-speed rail reaching the city center. Direct high-speed train services link Foshan Ancient Town with Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Changsha, Wuhan, and other cities.
Foshan
How spectacular dragon boat races in Foshan's Chancheng?
Dragon boat racing took center stage as Lingnan's most iconic cultural IP during the Dragon Boat Festival holiday (June 19 to 21). More than 20 dragon boat folk events were held across Chancheng, creating a vibrant event pattern of "one signature race per village."
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.
Travel
Summer night culture tour: Guangdong museums extend hours for 2026
From Guangzhou to Shenzhen and Foshan, here are the places to enjoy museums after dark this summer.
Festival
"Double Dragon Chase" lights up Foshan's Dragon Boat Drift Race
"J-Turn" course is one of this year's most intense new formats. It also has a vivid name: "Double Dragon Chase". Two teams set off from opposite directions, racing head-to-head along the same narrow river. Two 25-meter-long dragon boats blast through a river just four meters wide.
Foshan
Recap: 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.
Business
How can a company navigate business cycles and achieve lasting success: Chairman and President of Midea Group
Starting June 27, Guangdong will launch the "Beacon Over Lingnan" video series across major online platforms. The first episode features a dialogue with Fang Hongbo, Chairman and President of Midea Group. Join us as we get to know the leader of this Fortune Global 500 company.
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.
Travel
Natural ACs: Explore Guangdong's coolest caves
As temperatures rise across Guangdong, the province's caves offer a refreshing escape from the summer heat. Cool year-round, these underground worlds combine dramatic karst landscapes, boat tours, and adventure experiences. Here are some of the province's top cave destinations for a summer cool-down.
Biodiversity
Shaoguan volunteers help fireflies thrive at Danxia Mountain
Firefly conservation at Danxia Mountain began in the summer of 2024. At the time, little was known about the area's firefly population, with no baseline survey or long-term monitoring data available. A group of 25 nature enthusiasts formed the first volunteer monitoring team, establishing four fixed survey sites and carrying out 44 field surveys over the following year.
Travel
Northern Guangdong's mountains and waters unfold among the peaks of Bijia Mountain
From the summit, layered mountains stretch as far as the eye can see. Clouds gather and drift, and the heart wanders through the mountains and fields. Everything feels soft and gentle.
Shaoguan
Three white-eared night heron chicks successfully raised in Guangdong's Shaoguan
​A pair of white-eared night herons (Gorsachius magnificus) has successfully raised three chicks at Xiaoliukeng-Qingzhangshan Provincial Nature Reserve in Nanxiong, Shaoguan, Guangdong. This marks the reserve's best recorded breeding success in more than a decade.
Heyuan
In Pics | Fishing season opens in Heyuan's Wanlv Lake
Colorful flags flutter in the breeze as 51 fishing boats set out across Wanlv Lake at sunrise, marking the opening of the 2026 Wanlv Lake Fishing Festival in Heyuan, Guangdong Province.
Travel
Clouds drift as summer breezes sweep across Heyuan's green hills
A summer breeze sweeps across the hills and fields. Drifting clouds float gently overhead. Step into this landscape, quietly watch the play of light and cloud shadows, and feel the beauty of nature.
Heyuan
2026 Wanlv Lake Fishing Festival set for July 4 to 5 in Heyuan
Summer plans? Cancel them. Because from July 4 to 5, Wanlv Lake (万绿湖) in Heyuan, Guangdong, is throwing an ultimate summer bash: The 2026 Wanlv Lake Fishing Festival!
Heyuan
New direct high-speed rail service to link Heyuan with Guangxi from July 1
China's updated railway timetable, which takes effect on July 1, will introduce the first direct high-speed rail service linking Heyuan in Guangdong Province with cities in the Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region.
Meizhou
Meizhou rescue team rushes to flood-hit Guangxi, evacuates over 500 people
At 4 p.m. on July 7, an 11-member volunteer rescue team from the Meizhou Unit of the Off-road Rescue Corps under the Public Welfare Committee of the Guangdong Automobile and Motorcycle Sports Federation departed for severely flood-hit Guigang City with professional rescue equipment.
Sports
Beyond dragon boats: How to join water sports communities in Guangdong
David Butler says dragon boating is a great opportunity to meet and participate with a group of people that you would probably never have much contact with. They come from all over the world and all over China, with completely different jobs, backgrounds, and ages.
Weather
First typhoon could make landfall in Guangdong this weekend
Designated 96W, the system sits on the edge of a subtropical high-pressure ridge in the western Pacific. The conditions, including warm sea surface temperatures, ample moisture, and low vertical wind shear, favor intensification.
China
A new horizon: China's path and its global promises
In this moment of uncertainty, a growing number of enlightened minds—including political figures and scholars from around the world— are turning their attention eastward in search of a different way forward.
Biodiversity
Photo exhibition takes Huizhou's turtle story to London, Kuala Lumpur and beyond
Hosted in galleries, busy metro stations, and Chinese community halls, the exhibition combined turtle-themed imagery with artifact displays to showcase Huizhou as a coastal city rich in ecological diversity and modern energy. It attracted large crowds at all four venues.
Manufacture
Inside China's factories, computing power is reshaping manufacturing
The scene reflects a broader transformation taking place across China's manufacturing sector. The world's largest manufacturing base is moving beyond traditional advantages of scale and labor, using computing power, data and AI to build smarter and more flexible factories.
Ecology
White-eared night heron recorded in Huizhou's nature reserve for the first time
​A white-eared night heron (Gorsachius magnificus), a national first-class protected species in China, has been recorded for the first time in Nankunshan Provincial Nature Reserve in Longmen County, Huizhou.
Travel
Flowers bloom across Guangdong as midsummer begins
Minor Heat has arrived. Ponds are filled with lotus flowers, and Baisha bamboo shoots are at their freshest. Giant alliums are in full bloom, and cotton roses blossom gracefully. All things reveal their own beauty.
Shenzhen
Shanwei jewelry and seafood specialties showcased in Shenzhen
As part of the "Guangdong Goods Global Reach" campaign, Shanwei, a city in eastern Guangdong, presented signature products from its jewelry and seafood sectors at a promotional event in Shenzhen on July 3.
Sports
Beyond dragon boats: How to join water sports communities in Guangdong
David Butler says dragon boating is a great opportunity to meet and participate with a group of people that you would probably never have much contact with. They come from all over the world and all over China, with completely different jobs, backgrounds, and ages.
Weather
First typhoon could make landfall in Guangdong this weekend
Designated 96W, the system sits on the edge of a subtropical high-pressure ridge in the western Pacific. The conditions, including warm sea surface temperatures, ample moisture, and low vertical wind shear, favor intensification.
China
A new horizon: China's path and its global promises
In this moment of uncertainty, a growing number of enlightened minds—including political figures and scholars from around the world— are turning their attention eastward in search of a different way forward.
Dongguan
Golden sunset silhouettes at Dongguan's Huiyan Bridge
Catch the perfect sunset at Huiyan Bridge in Dongguan. As the golden sun aligns with the bridge's distinctive arch, the bridge and its onlookers form a striking silhouette.
Business
OPPO and vivo make Global Unicorn Index for the fourth consecutive year
​Recently, the Hurun Research Institute released the Global Unicorn Index 2026, which features unlisted companies founded after 2000 and valued at more than 1 billion U.S. dollars. In the ranking, OPPO and vivo, two leading smartphone companies headquartered in Dongguan, both placed among the world's top 100, at 20th and 22nd, respectively.
Dongguan
Dongguan Basketball Center at night
Dongguan
Leisure life in Dongguan Binhaiwan Bay Area
Sports
Recap: Zhongshan vs Guangzhou | Guangdong City Basketball League Third-place Playoff
The Guangdong City Basketball League Third-place Playoff (Zhongshan vs Guangzhou) is set to kick off on July 11.
Expats
Chinese American youths immerse themselves in dragon boat culture
After learning about the rich history of dragon boats, they got into the boats to paddle firsthand. Pulling together as one team and riding the waves, they truly experienced the charm of traditional Chinese culture.
Zhongshan
First overseas planting ceremony for Sun Yat-sen's tamarind tree sapling held in Malaysia
This marked the first-ever overseas planting ceremony for a new sapling propagated from the original tree personally planted by Dr. Sun Yat-sen.
Art
2026 Zuobu Art Festival: Contemporary art lights up centuries-old village
The art festival features a total of 150 artworks, covering a diverse range of categories including art installations, cultural and creative design, intangible cultural heritage innovation, painting, lighting design, and digital media art.
Travel
Facing the sea, chasing your passion
The morning sun climbs above the horizon. On such a beautiful morning, you can hear echoes from afar.
Business
Jiangmen shipbuilder secures 350 million U.S. dollars in new overseas orders
​According to the latest data from leading global shipbroker Clarksons, Jiangmen Nanyang Ship Engineering Co., Ltd. (JNS) has secured a new batch of overseas newbuilding orders, signing contracts to build 11 Supramax and Handysize bulk carriers worth a total of 350 million U.S. dollars.
Jiangmen
Taste summer in Jiangmen's countryside
Jackfruit season is now in full swing in Jiangmen. At Yanfeng Farm in Nanxing Village, Hecheng Town, more than 8,000 jackfruit trees are laden with fruit.
Jiangmen
Green paddy fields, flocks of white egrets
Waves of rice roll toward distant hills. Egrets dot the overhead power lines like musical notes. In Lingnan's morning light, everything move at its own gentle pace.
Travel
Natural ACs: Explore Guangdong's coolest caves
As temperatures rise across Guangdong, the province's caves offer a refreshing escape from the summer heat. Cool year-round, these underground worlds combine dramatic karst landscapes, boat tours, and adventure experiences. Here are some of the province's top cave destinations for a summer cool-down.
Yangjiang
Yangjiang unveils heritage-focused study tour route
At a tourism promotion and cooperation conference held on June 30, a tourism ambassador for Jiangcheng District introduced a distinctive cultural study itinerary titled "Ancient City Millennium Trail." The walkable route is designed to immerse visitors in the district's rich historical and cultural fabric heritage across centuries.
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.
Agriculture
Fields of gold, bountiful harvests in store
Golden waves ripple across the land—a sea of gold stretching far and wide. The fragrance of early rice fills the air. A season's toil yields a bumper harvest. Every view unfolds a splendid scene of plenty.
Business
Saudi delegation explores Zhanjiang's smart appliances and seafood products
During the visit, the delegation focused on selecting distinctive products with a competitive edge and strong suitability for Middle Eastern markets. Smart cooking appliances, multi-functional cookers, and multi-purpose dryers are among the items that closely match local household scenarios and consumer demand.
Zhanjiang
Zhanjiang's mangrove restoration earns acclaim as global model
With global mangroves still shrinking by approximately 1% a year, Zhanjiang, the prefecture-level city with the largest mangrove area in China, has emerged as a leading example of ecological restoration.
Zhanjiang
Sunrise over Zhanjiang, where the heart embraces all horizons
Gaze upon the sea and watch the sun rise.
Expats
Int'l vloggers dive into dragon boat racing at Guangdong Provincial Games
On July 12, the Dragon Boat Race of the 17th Guangdong Provincial Games kicked off in Xinyi, a county-level city in western Guangdong's Maoming. South invited a team of international vloggers to watch the race.
Maoming
New materials special competition of China-Russia Industrial Innovation Competition opens in Maoming
The event brought together representatives from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology, research institutes, universities, and enterprises.
Maoming
Graceful egrets bring a Maoming forest to life
Flocks of egrets settle among the green trees. Their wings stir the morning breeze, awakening a forest bathed in dawn light and filling the view with vibrant life.
Maoming
Maoming lychees shine at Sino-European Corporate ESG Best Practice Conference in Germany
On June 25 (local time), Lingfengnuo lychees from Maoming, Guangdong Province, made their debut at the 3rd Sino-European Corporate ESG Best Practice Conference in Mainz, Germany, serving as "sweet ambassadors" on the conference exchange platform.
Zhaoqing
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Huilong Town
Baisha bamboo shoots in Sihui, Zhaoqing
Transportation
Jiangjunling tunnel along Zhuhai-Zhaoqing high-speed railway successfully drilled through in S China's Guangdong
​A 3,500-meter long tunnel, the Jiangjunling tunnel along the Zhuhai-Zhaoqing high-speed railway, was successfully drilled through on Friday.
Travel
Lotus flowers bloom in a moment of serenity in Zhaoqing
Lotus flowers bloom across the pond, bringing the essence of summer to life. Elegant and fresh, the scene lingers with quiet poetic charm. Summer here holds the soothing serenity of the countryside.
Travel
A lone crape myrtle becomes Zhaoqing's latest summer star
Standing alone by the lake with the Seven Star Crags as its backdrop, the old tree spreads its gnarled branches under dense clusters of blossoms that shift from pale pink to fuchsia.
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.
Travel
Natural ACs: Explore Guangdong's coolest caves
As temperatures rise across Guangdong, the province's caves offer a refreshing escape from the summer heat. Cool year-round, these underground worlds combine dramatic karst landscapes, boat tours, and adventure experiences. Here are some of the province's top cave destinations for a summer cool-down.
Expats
From Canada to China: David's story of home in rural Guangdong | My Home in GBA ⑤
David believes he was the first foreigner to settle in Baisha. Before long, the village began to feel familiar. He greets neighbors as he walks the streets. People stop to chat. Everyone knows his name.
Qingyuan
Eagle-beak peach harvest begins in Yangshan, Qingyuan
As summer heat settles in, eagle-beak peaches have entered harvest season at a growing base in Songmu Village, Lingbei Town, Yangshan County, Qingyuan. Covering 400 mu (about 26.7 hectares), the orchards are heavy with ripe fruit, and this year's yield is expected to reach 100,000 kilograms, up 20 percent from last year.
Travel
Flowers bloom across Guangdong as midsummer begins
Minor Heat has arrived. Ponds are filled with lotus flowers, and Baisha bamboo shoots are at their freshest. Giant alliums are in full bloom, and cotton roses blossom gracefully. All things reveal their own beauty.
Ecology
Two new horned toad species discovered in Chaozhou
Two new toad species—Raoping horned toad and Dongli horned toad—have been discovered in Raoping County, Chaozhou City.
Transportation
Chaoshan Railway Station rolls out new rail schedule, adding routes to Yiwu and Shenzhen North
Chaoshan Railway Station in eastern Guangdong has officially launched its third-quarter 2026 train operation plan, effective July 1. The new schedule boosts train services, improves intercity connectivity, and introduces flexible ticketing options to meet surging summer travel demand.
Sports
Recap: Chaozhou vs Shaoguan | Guangdong City Football Super League (8th round)
The 2026 Guangdong City Football Super League (8th round) is set to kick off on June 27.
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.
Jieyang
High-speed train races past Chaoshan's century-old rooftops
Take in the stunning view of Chaoshan's century-old rooftops from a high-speed train! Traditional architecture meets modern speed, bringing heritage and the present into one frame.
Jieyang
Video | Overlooked spectacle above Chaoshan's streets
In the Chaoshan region of Guangdong, visitors drawn by its food may be missing something: a drama in broken porcelain playing out above their heads.
Transportation
Chaoshan Railway Station rolls out new rail schedule, adding routes to Yiwu and Shenzhen North
Chaoshan Railway Station in eastern Guangdong has officially launched its third-quarter 2026 train operation plan, effective July 1. The new schedule boosts train services, improves intercity connectivity, and introduces flexible ticketing options to meet surging summer travel demand.
Jieyang
Jieyang Ancient City debuts in New Zealand via film "Dear You"
Jieyang Ancient City lantern models were displayed at the premiere. Jieyang Ancient City once again drew the attention of overseas Chinese. Its unique scenery traveled across the ocean.
Tongxin pagoda in Yunan, Yunfu
Travel
Natural ACs: Explore Guangdong's coolest caves
As temperatures rise across Guangdong, the province's caves offer a refreshing escape from the summer heat. Cool year-round, these underground worlds combine dramatic karst landscapes, boat tours, and adventure experiences. Here are some of the province's top cave destinations for a summer cool-down.
Yunfu
Yunfu welcomes bountiful eagle-beak peach harvest
The 6.7-hectare orchard of Fenglaiyuan Eagle-Beak Peach Planting Specialized Farmers' Cooperative in Jilin Village, Tongmen Town, Yunan County, Yunfu City is now in peak harvest season. Hillsides are dotted with ripe eagle-beak peaches, their vibrant color and sweet fragrance signaling another abundant season.
Agriculture
Seedless wampee harvest begins in Yunfu's Yunan County
Yunan's seedless wampees, known for their sweet flavor with a hint of tartness, are among the county's signature agricultural products. In mid-July, Yunan will host a dedicated promotion event for seedless wampees as part of the 2026 "Guangdong Goods Global Reach" summer campaign.
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Expats
Int'l vloggers dive into dragon boat racing at Guangdong Provincial Games
On July 12, the Dragon Boat Race of the 17th Guangdong Provincial Games kicked off in Xinyi, a county-level city in western Guangdong's Maoming. South invited a team of international vloggers to watch the race.
Int'l vloggers dive into dragon boat racing at Guangdong Provincial Games
Travel
Admiring lotus blooms in this long summer
Summer's limited-edition romance—a pond brimming with lotus blooms. Green leaves cradle petals of pink, which stand graceful and slender above the water. Fragrance drifts forth with every gentle breeze.
Admiring lotus blooms in this long summer
Foshan
Welcome to Foshan's Datang to enjoy football matches & night markets
World Cup fever is sweeping the globe, but the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has its own brand of excitement. Welcome to Foshan's own "LaLiga." Here, the pitch doubles as a stage, with 16 themed nights, one after another.
Welcome to Foshan's Datang to enjoy football matches & night markets
Shenzhen
Shenzhen holds welcome exchange event for Global Writers in Guangdong Program
On July 10, a welcome exchange event for the 2026 Global Writers in Guangdong Program was held at the Shenzhen Fine Art Institute. Seven writers from APEC member economies, including Indonesia, South Korea, Mexico, Peru, Singapore, and Vietnam, were invited to take part in the two-month program, which features the "Go Guangdong" field visits and "Guangdong Stories" creative sharing sessions.
Shenzhen holds welcome exchange event for Global Writers in Guangdong Program
Int'l vloggers dive into dragon boat racing at Guangdong Provincial Games
Admiring lotus blooms in this long summer
Welcome to Foshan's Datang to enjoy football matches & night markets
Shenzhen holds welcome exchange event for Global Writers in Guangdong Program
"Heartfelt emotion knows no borders"—APEC writers moved to tears by Dear You
Culture
"Heartfelt emotion knows no borders"—APEC writers moved to tears by Dear You
Many of them said they were deeply moved by the film. After the screening, several said they needed "a moment to collect themselves" after its emotional journey, while also praising the film's rich cultural significance.
Facing the sea, chasing your passion
Travel
Facing the sea, chasing your passion
The morning sun climbs above the horizon. On such a beautiful morning, you can hear echoes from afar.
Future cars are robots, low-altitude flight will change the world: XPeng CEO
Business
Future cars are robots, low-altitude flight will change the world: XPeng CEO
China's new energy vehicle industry is transitioning from a period of flourishing competition to a fierce market shakeout. Join us for an exclusive conversation with He Xiaopeng as he shares his insights for the future.
Fields of gold, bountiful harvests in store
Agriculture
Fields of gold, bountiful harvests in store
Golden waves ripple across the land—a sea of gold stretching far and wide. The fragrance of early rice fills the air. A season's toil yields a bumper harvest. Every view unfolds a splendid scene of plenty.
Golden sunset silhouettes at Dongguan's Huiyan Bridge
Dongguan
Golden sunset silhouettes at Dongguan's Huiyan Bridge
Catch the perfect sunset at Huiyan Bridge in Dongguan. As the golden sun aligns with the bridge's distinctive arch, the bridge and its onlookers form a striking silhouette.
High-speed train races past Chaoshan's century-old rooftops
Jieyang
High-speed train races past Chaoshan's century-old rooftops
Take in the stunning view of Chaoshan's century-old rooftops from a high-speed train! Traditional architecture meets modern speed, bringing heritage and the present into one frame.
Guangdong 2026 summer break: Key dates
Guangzhou
Guangdong 2026 summer break: Key dates
Summer break is now underway across Guangdong, with most primary and secondary schools starting their vacation in mid-July. Universities have also announced their summer schedules.
Video | Perched on a cliff, Shenzhen Observatory watches the sky and sea
Shenzhen
Video | Perched on a cliff, Shenzhen Observatory watches the sky and sea
Seen from above, the Shenzhen Observatory sits on a headland at Xichong Beach on the Dapeng Peninsula, a quiet installation of white domes and low buildings at the edge of the South China Sea.
Picture
Giant panda cub "Wang Shu" celebrates her first birthday at Chongqing Zoo
Giant panda cub "Wang Shu" celebrates her first birthday at Chongqing Zoo
The giant panda cub of Liang Yue was officially named "Wang Shu" here on Sunday, her first birthday. Born weighing just 188 grams, Wang Shu now weighs 36.5 kilograms.
Various response forces join rescue, restoration efforts in flood-hit areas of China's Guangxi
Various response forces join rescue, restoration efforts in flood-hit areas of China's Guangxi
Triggered by Typhoon Maysak, torrential rains battered parts of south China's Guangxi Zhuang Autonomous Region, causing floods and other disasters. Rescue teams, firefighters, volunteers and emergency workers raced against time to evacuate stranded residents, deliver relief supplies, restore transport and power networks, and clear debris, as recovery efforts continued across the affected areas.
Jiangjunling tunnel along Zhuhai-Zhaoqing high-speed railway successfully drilled through in S China's Guangdong
Jiangjunling tunnel along Zhuhai-Zhaoqing high-speed railway successfully drilled through in S China's Guangdong
​A 3,500-meter long tunnel, the Jiangjunling tunnel along the Zhuhai-Zhaoqing high-speed railway, was successfully drilled through on Friday.
China achieves first-ever controlled rocket recovery in Long March-10B maiden flight
China achieves first-ever controlled rocket recovery in Long March-10B maiden flight
​China successfully launched the Long March-10B carrier rocket at the Hainan commercial spacecraft launch site in south China's Hainan Province on Friday, achieving its first-ever controlled recovery of a carrier rocket's first stage.
Restoration underway in China's flood-hit Guangxi
Restoration underway in China's flood-hit Guangxi
The local authorities beef up restoration efforts after torrential rains caused by Typhoon Maysak.
Chinese team makes breakthrough in observing vertical ozone distribution over Mount Qomolangma
Chinese team makes breakthrough in observing vertical ozone distribution over Mount Qomolangma
Using the latest vertical take-off and landing fixed-wing hybrid drone, the joint team from the Peking University (PKU) and Chinese Academy of Sciences also fully captured the entire process of downward ozone transport driven by glacier winds. These achievements have added a crucial piece of observational evidence to the study of high-concentration ozone and its changing trends over the Qinghai-Tibet Plateau in western China.
A lone crape myrtle becomes Zhaoqing's latest summer star
A lone crape myrtle becomes Zhaoqing's latest summer star
Standing alone by the lake with the Seven Star Crags as its backdrop, the old tree spreads its gnarled branches under dense clusters of blossoms that shift from pale pink to fuchsia.
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