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U.S. content creators tag Guangzhou "beautiful, friendly and developed" after immersive two-day visit
U.S. content creators tag Guangzhou "beautiful, friendly and developed" after immersive two-day visit
Canton Fair AIGC Video 3 | From Guangdong to the world
Canton Fair AIGC Video 3 | From Guangdong to the world
Education
'Two-headed shrimp' error in AI-generated illustrations prompts recall of marine life books in China
Exhibition
Three Australian exhibitions to kick off in Shenzhen ahead of APEC meetings
In Pics | Guangzhou landmarks light up for GBA Culture and Arts Festival
In Pics | Guangzhou landmarks light up for GBA Culture and Arts Festival
Shenzhen: A city that lets you ride in the future
Shenzhen: A city that lets you ride in the future
Zhaoqing releases 225 rescued wild animals back into the wild in 2026
Zhaoqing releases 225 rescued wild animals back into the wild in 2026
Agriculture
Unmanned agricultural machines demonstrate smart farming in China's Guangdong
Exit-entry
China extends permitted stay for APEC business travel card holders to 90 days
Business
Shenzhen's electronics hub finds new global audience ahead of APEC
Opinions
Lula's road ahead after historic fourth-term win
Lula's road ahead after historic fourth-term win
Luiz Inacio Lula da Silva won a fourth presidential term in …
What Yasuo Fukuda's legacy means for China-Japan relations
What Yasuo Fukuda's legacy means for China-Japan relations
Former Japanese Prime Minister Yasuo Fukuda passed away in T…
Ian Bremmer: Correct analogy for AI is not arms race, but financial marketplace
Ian Bremmer: Correct analogy for AI is not arms race, but financial marketplace
"I believe that the correct analogy for AI is not an arms ra…
Ian Bremmer: China-US trade war is becoming a truce
Ian Bremmer: China-US trade war is becoming a truce
"The China-US trade war is becoming a truce," noted Ian Brem…
140th Canton Fair
140th Canton Fair
140th Canton Fair cultural-creative collection: Where heritage meets tomorrow | China Finds
Exhibition
140th Canton Fair cultural-creative collection: Where heritage meets tomorrow | China Finds
Canton Fair AIGC Video 3 | From Guangdong to the world
Business
Canton Fair AIGC Video 3 | From Guangdong to the world
A legacy worth passing on: A Malaysian family's four-decade Canton Fair story
Business
A legacy worth passing on: A Malaysian family's four-decade Canton Fair story
Greek buyer: My company and I both have Chinese names thanks to Canton Fair
Guangzhou
Greek buyer: My company and I both have Chinese names thanks to Canton Fair
Beyond Canton Fair: Dongguan keeps global buyers coming back
Business
Beyond Canton Fair: Dongguan keeps global buyers coming back
Nepalese buyer: I hope attending Canton Fair becomes something our family passes down
Guangzhou
Nepalese buyer: I hope attending Canton Fair becomes something our family passes down
Maoming agarwood goes global through 140th Canton Fair
Maoming
Maoming agarwood goes global through 140th Canton Fair
Buyer promotes Canton Fair on video: You must come every year!
Trade
Buyer promotes Canton Fair on video: You must come every year!
Specials
Guangdong
Sixth GBA Culture and Arts Festival opens in Shenzhen with symphonic tribute to Pearl River
Art
Sixth GBA Culture and Arts Festival opens in Shenzhen with symphonic tribute to Pearl River
The performance brought together the Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra and the Shenzhen Opera and Dance Theater Chorus. Across its five movements, the suite takes the Pearl River as its central theme, tracing the region's natural landscapes, cultural heritage and development through reform and opening-up.
Let the show begin! Your arts & culture hit list in GBA
Art
Let the show begin! Your arts & culture hit list in GBA
The sixth Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Festival will kick off on October 31, bringing a month-long celebration of the arts to the region. The program features 75 stage productions, 148 performances, 25 exhibitions, works by emerging young artists and nearly 100 public cultural and arts education activities.
140th Canton Fair guide: how to navigate exhibition halls and arrange transportation afterward
Transportation
140th Canton Fair guide: how to navigate exhibition halls and arrange transportation afterward
The Canton Fair Complex covers around 1.62 million square meters with four exhibition areas, making it important for exhibitors and buyers to plan their journeys between halls and make transportation arrangements after the day's business.
140th Canton Fair guide: How to get there
Guangzhou
140th Canton Fair guide: How to get there
The 140th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, opened on October 14 in Guangzhou, drawing exhibitors and buyers from around the world.
Sixth GBA Culture and Arts Festival opens in Shenzhen with symphonic tribute to Pearl River
Let the show begin! Your arts & culture hit list in GBA
140th Canton Fair guide: how to navigate exhibition halls and arrange transportation afterward
140th Canton Fair guide: How to get there
Art
In Pics | Opening ceremony of sixth GBA Culture and Arts Festival
In Pics | Opening ceremony of sixth GBA Culture and Arts Festival
Travel
In Pics | Guangzhou landmarks light up for GBA Culture and Arts Festival
In Pics | Guangzhou landmarks light up for GBA Culture and Arts Festival
Cities
Guangzhou
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Nansha
Business
Smart, green and service-oriented: Canton Fair mirrors new momentum in China's foreign trade
The cluster of cutting-edge smart equipment reflects a broader push toward industrial innovation. At this fair, 64 percent of exhibitors have integrated the industrial internet and artificial intelligence into R&D and production, and new products accounted for 23.2 percent of exhibits, marking a record high.
Travel
In Pics | Guangzhou landmarks light up for GBA Culture and Arts Festival
The festive displays illuminated the Guangzhou International Media Harbor, Canton Tower and Liede Bridge, adding a splash of color to the city's night skyline.
Expats
U.S. content creators tag Guangzhou "beautiful, friendly and developed" after immersive two-day visit
A group of U.S. social media content creators paid a two-day visit to Guangzhou from October 29 to 30. After climbing Canton Tower, cruising the Pearl River, experiencing traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatments and savoring Cantonese cuisine at Beijing Road, they gained a firsthand look at the city's blend of modernity, culture and everyday life, and summed up their experiences with different tags, including "beautiful, friendly and developed."
Business
3rd phase of 140th Canton Fair kicks off
Themed on "Better Life," the third phase of the 140th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, kicked off here on Saturday.
Nansha
Nansha awarded Urban Biodiversity Demonstration at UN Biodiversity Conference COP17
Guangzhou's Nansha District has been named the Urban Biodiversity Demonstration, becoming the only region in China to receive the designation. The accolade was conferred on October 24 at the 9th Summit for Subnational Governments & Cities—an official parallel event to the UN Biodiversity Conference COP17 held in Yerevan, Armenia.
Event
Four Nobel laureates, including 2026 winner, to speak at Greater Bay Area Science Forum
The 2026 Greater Bay Area Science Forum (GSF) will bring four Nobel laureates to South China, with one of the 2026 Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine delivering a keynote address, organizers announced at a press conference in Guangzhou on October 27.
Guangzhou
Guangzhou's Nansha woos global talent with new regulations
The 20 articles set out how the district will attract, develop, utilize and retain talent across eight groups: high-level professionals, scientists and technologists, corporate managers, skilled workers, young people, entrepreneurs, foreign nationals, and people from Hong Kong and Macao.
Guangzhou
Key auto shipping hub scores green milestone
A roll-on/roll-off (Ro-Ro) vessel loaded with over 4,000 new energy vehicles for export to Europe departed on Friday from an automobile terminal in Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong province, after completing its refueling with 2,300 metric tons of methanol.
Shenzhen
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Nanshan
Art
In Pics | Opening ceremony of sixth GBA Culture and Arts Festival
The sixth Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) Culture and Arts Festival opened in Shenzhen on October 31, with the premiere of an original symphonic suite, Pearl River, as its centerpiece.
Expats
Shenzhen: A city that lets you ride in the future
When those creators arrive, I show them the city, too: the silent streets, the robotaxis, the sea and the mountains. Shenzhen makes this kind of work possible. Here, the brands I work with, the factories behind them and the creators I invite are often just a short drive apart, and in a city where everyone is building something, people are always ready to try a new idea.
Exhibition
Three Australian exhibitions to kick off in Shenzhen ahead of APEC meetings
Prior to the opening of the 33rd APEC Economic Leaders' Meeting in Shenzhen, three Australian cultural exhibitions will open at two venues in Shenzhen on Thursday, November 12, offering Chinese audiences a rare, multi-layered look at Australia's Indigenous heritage and its long ties with China.
Exit-entry
China extends permitted stay for APEC business travel card holders to 90 days
China will extend the maximum period of stay for APEC Business Travel Card holders in the country from 60 days to 90 days, effective November 1, the Chinese Foreign Ministry said on Friday, in a move to further facilitate business travel across the Asia-Pacific region.
Shenzhen
Shenzhen Opera House to be completed by 2028
As one of Shenzhen's 10 major cultural facilities for the new era, the Shenzhen Opera House is expected to be completed by the end of 2028, adding a new cultural landmark to the city.
Art
Fotografiska Shenzhen: Infinite ways of seeing
Fotografiska Shenzhen opened on October 1 at Shenzhen Bay MIXC, presenting five exhibitions—"ToiletFotoPaperGrafiska," "Morphing Equilibrium," "Transcendent Realities," "Festa," and "Storm."
Manufacture
From Shenzhen Bay to Jakarta Port: Nanshan's journey south
​The "Guangdong Meets the APEC: Nanshan Never Stops" themed exhibition was held in the atrium of Lotte Mall, Jakarta, on September 22.
Exhibition
Exhibition examines urban life through cross-media art
A cross-media art action has opened at Artron Art Center (Shenzhen), bringing together 27 artists and groups from China, Italy, India, South Korea, and Canada.
Shenzhen
PPIG Shenzhen Office opens in Longgang, unlocking 6 billion yuan in Indonesian orders
The Shenzhen Representative Office of the Guangdong-Indonesia Trade Promotion Association (PPIG) was inaugurated in Longgang, Shenzhen, this year.
Event
Dance drama 'Dragon Boat Racing' to be staged in Longgang
"Dragon Boat Racing," an original dance drama by the Guangdong Song and Dance Ensemble, will be staged at the Longgang International Arts Center from Oct. 10 to 11.
Shenzhen
Shenzhen-made smart glasses enter 1,500 US stores, top Amazon's best-seller list
Shenzhen Langzhiyin Electronic Co., Ltd. has long ranked near the top of Amazon's best-seller list for smart glasses, at one point holding nine of the 10 leading spots. This year the Longgang District company, which employs fewer than 50 people, broke into U.S. retail as well, landing an opening order from Target and other chains that covered more than 1,500 stores.
Zhuhai
Golden harvest in Zhuhai
​Golden waves of rice are ready for harvest in Pingsha Town, Zhuhai! Once barren coastal saline land, these fields now yield golden rice thanks to improved irrigation and farmland management. A beautiful celebration of harvest, hard work and agricultural innovation!
Zhuhai
KOLs gather in Zhuhai: "We want the world to see real China"
The "A Date with China" 2026 Annual Content Creation Exchange Meeting was held in Zhuhai on October 23.
Healthcare
Intl media tour participants learn about TCM in Zhuhai
Participants of the 2026 "A Date with China · Meet Guangdong" international media tour visit the Traditional Chinese Medicine Cultural Experience Center, an immersive cultural destination in Zhuhai, South China's Guangdong province, on Oct 22, 2026.
Zhuhai
As the stars bear witness, we journey the skies
Multiple types of main combat equipment from the People's Liberation Army (PLA) Air Force will make their debut at the 16th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition (Airshow China), scheduled for December 7-13 in Zhuhai, Guangdong Province.
Manufacture
What toys are int'l buyers hauling back from Shantou's Chenghai?
International buyers attending the 25th Shantou Chenghai International Toys & Gifts Fair said AI toys, faster delivery and direct factory sourcing are among their top priorities, as the event opened on October 29.
Shantou
Strength of a hundred-billion-yuan industry behind a single undergarment | Guangdong's best picks, recommended at APEC
This is a seamless bra. You might find it hard to believe how much it weighs. The answer is: an egg. Straps, side panels and back clasps are molded in one piece, with seams that are almost invisible.
Art
Chinese-Uruguayan student art exhibition opens in Shantou
The exhibition of outstanding student works, "Art Across Oceans: A Dialogue Between Chinese and Uruguayan Young Artists," opened on October 21 at the art museum of Shantou University's Cheung Kong School of Art and Design as part of the university's 45th anniversary celebrations.
Culture
Beauty of Our Hometown | Original Lingnan Nursery Rhymes: A Curated Series
Beauty of Our Hometown is a nursery rhyme in the Teochew (Chaoshan) dialect. Through a clear, childlike perspective, it evokes the distinctive charm of Chaoshan as a hometown of overseas Chinese and a deep affection for the hometown, giving the song both cultural depth and emotional warmth.
Foshan
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Chancheng
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Nanhai
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Shunde
Foshan
Foshan's Chancheng invites global creative talent to write new chapter
Let creativity flow into streets and lanes, and aesthetics enter everyday life. Chancheng sends out an invitation to outstanding designers, architects, artists, brand curators and craftspeople across the globe.
Art
Let the show begin! Your arts & culture hit list in GBA
The sixth Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Festival will kick off on October 31, bringing a month-long celebration of the arts to the region. The program features 75 stage productions, 148 performances, 25 exhibitions, works by emerging young artists and nearly 100 public cultural and arts education activities.
Foshan
Duck or Goose? | Original Lingnan nursery rhymes: A curated series
This Cantonese nursery rhyme draws inspiration from Foshan's playful Cantonese tongue twister "Duck or Goose?" and incorporates everyday local expressions into a simple, catchy melody.
Foshan
A Tanzanian's Kung Fu Dream in Foshan: Taking Chinese Martial Arts Back to Africa | Local Foreigners
Kelvin, an international student from Tanzania, is one among these dream-chasers. He travelled thousands of miles to study in Foshan and immersed himself in the world of Choy Lee Fut.
Foshan
Foshan's Chancheng invites global creative talent to write new chapter
Let creativity flow into streets and lanes, and aesthetics enter everyday life. Chancheng sends out an invitation to outstanding designers, architects, artists, brand curators and craftspeople across the globe.
Foshan
How Foshan Zumiao Museum connects the world
What does a nearly 600-year-old Foshan ancient ritual look like? Let's find out at Foshan Zumiao Museum.
Culture
Vlog | From mythical flying fish to AI robots: What makes Foshan Qiuse Parade so amazing?
This year, the coolest thing is how traditional culture comes to life. Guardian gods from traditional Chinese woodblock prints are joining the parade for the first time. And there's a giant lettuce-shaped float inspired by Crossing Tongji Bridge, a local tradition.
Foshan
Baozi's GBA Adventures ① | Discover the magic of Foshan's Qiuse Parade
German vlogger Baozi headed to downtown Foshan to try local chicken, and instead stumbled into the bustling Foshan Qiuse Parade, which dates back to the Ming Dynasty. He joined the crowds lining the streets, watching colorful floats pass by, lively performances and realistic handmade crafts.
Foshan
600 years of Qiuse, cooler in Xiqiao Town
Every autumn, in Foshan City, Guangdong Province, a folk parade dating back nearly 600 years brings the streets and alleys to life.
Foshan
Who is the anonymous delivery rider?
The story took place in September 2026. In the surveillance footage, a delivery rider takes a break between deliveries to quietly leave two cases of water in the community fridge and then walks away.
Foshan
Come and experience the pinnacle of traditional dragon boat racing
During the National Day holiday, Jiujiang, Nanhai, Foshan—China's famous dragon boat town, hosted a grand dragon boat carnival.
Culture
800-year-old Hanlin Village lights up Fan Pagoda
Known as "Burning the Fan Pagoda," the tradition was added to Foshan's municipal intangible cultural heritage list in 2017. As the red-brick pagoda was set ablaze, sparks soared into the night sky, symbolizing wishes for family prosperity and academic success.
Travel
No autumn in Guangdong? Flowers beg to differ
​Autumn in Guangdong is far from dull. Pink kapok trees line the streets, bougainvillea brightens city corners and fields of yellow and purple flowers bring color to the season.
Travel
A floral spectacle unfolds in autumn Guangdong
As autumn unfolds across Guangdong province in South China, colorful flowers continue to brighten the landscape. From blooming silk floss trees to vibrant bougainvillea, the province offers a colorful display of floral beauty, adding a touch of warmth and charm to the autumn season.
Culture
Hungarian teens take on Bruce Lee's iconic nunchucks in Shunde, Guangdong
On October 25, nearly 50 Hungarian students arrived in Jun'an, Shunde, Foshan, for a kung fu adventure!
APEC
Guangdong's portable air conditioners blow cool comfort worldwide | Guangdong's best picks, recommended at APEC
In the sweltering summer, air conditioners are becoming a necessity for more households. Tens of thousands of Chinese air conditioners travel across mountains and seas, bringing cool comfort to consumers worldwide.
Shaoguan
Top Shaoguan landmarks to see along Danxiashan Marathon route
The 2026 Danxiashan Marathon will be held in the northern Guangdong city of Shaoguan on December 12, with a route that runs past the city's landmarks and along its riverbanks. Beyond the course, the surrounding region offers ginkgo-lined villages, mountain trails, hot springs and historic temples for a post-race getaway.
Shaoguan
Picturesque mountains and ever-flowing water in Shaoguan
Waters sparkle like bright eyes, and mountains rise in shades of green. A gentle breeze occasionally passes by, awakening the lush greenery. Live well, and let beautiful encounters unfold in their own time. Beautiful things are on their way.
Travel
Harvest time in Shaoguan
It's harvest time in Shaoguan! Golden rice ripens in the hills. Every harvest brings big smiles—and makes life a little sweeter!
Shaoguan
Clouds veil peaks in Shaoguan as morning sun rises
Morning mist drifts over the mountains, and a sea of clouds billows. The crimson sun breaks through the clouds, bathing the landscape in radiant light. Earth and sky stretch far and wide. Take in the splendor of mountains and rivers.
Agriculture
Unmanned agricultural machines demonstrate smart farming in China's Guangdong
A group of unmanned agricultural machinery developed by a Chinese research team from the country's South China Agricultural University conducted live field demonstrations here on Friday, showcasing a new model for modern smart agriculture.
Sports
2026 Heyuan Wanlv Lake Marathon to take place on December 27
The 2026 Heyuan Wanlv Lake Marathon will take place on December 27 this year. The race will be held in Yuancheng District, Heyuan, with two events: the full marathon (42.195 km) and the half marathon (21.0975 km).
Travel
Where mountains meet water, serenity unfolds in Heyuan
As an expanse of emerald water lies hidden among the trees, the greenery and the sky reflect the beauty of each other. As you embrace a gentle breeze, still waters and drifting clouds, there is no need to travel far. Beautiful scenery is right before your eyes.
Agriculture
Heyuan's chenpi workshop turns tangerines into thriving industry
With flat terrain and fertile soil, the area shares similar natural conditions with Xinhui, a major production area for chenpi, or aged tangerine peel, making it well-suited to growing tangerines for chenpi production.
Agriculture
First cherry tomatoes of the season hit market in Meizhou
​As the autumn harvest season gets underway, the first batch of cherry tomatoes has been harvested and put on sale at a farm in Pingyuan County, Meizhou, South China's Guangdong Province.
Sports
Recap: Meizhou vs Guangzhou | Guangdong City Football Super League Third-place Playoff (Round 2)
Guangdong City Football Super League Third-place Playoff (Round 2) is set to kick off on October 24.
Sports
Recap: Guangzhou vs Meizhou | Guangdong City Football Super League Third-place Playoff (Round 1)
Guangdong City Football Super League Third-place Playoff (Round 1) is set to kick off on October 17.
Culture
I'm a Gap-Toothed Kid | Original Lingnan Nursery Rhymes: A Curated Series
The Hakka-dialect nursery rhyme "I'm a Gap-Toothed Kid" is created to preserve and pass on Hakka culture through kids' songs.
Huizhou
Dragon-shaped kung fu disciples gather in Huizhou for martial arts exchange
Dragon-shape kung fu disciples from the United Kingdom, Ireland as well as China's Hong Kong and Guangzhou recently visited Xiaojinkou Subdistrict in Huicheng District, Huizhou, for a martial arts exchange with members of the Huizhou Dragon-Shape Kung Fu Association.
Event
Four Nobel laureates, including 2026 winner, to speak at Greater Bay Area Science Forum
The 2026 Greater Bay Area Science Forum (GSF) will bring four Nobel laureates to South China, with one of the 2026 Nobel laureates in Physiology or Medicine delivering a keynote address, organizers announced at a press conference in Guangzhou on October 27.
Technology
China completes first demo unit of next-gen heavy-ion cancer therapy accelerator
​The first demonstration unit of China's new-generation, domestically developed medical heavy-ion accelerator has been completed in Huizhou, Guangdong Province, southern China, according to the Institute of Modern Physics (IMP) under the Chinese Academy of Sciences.
Ecology
Near-threatened plant species recorded again in Huidong, Huizhou
Staff at the Gutian Provincial Nature Reserve in Huidong County, Huizhou, recently recorded Urariopsis brevissima, a rare plant species classified as near-threatened, during a patrol and monitoring operation.
Shanwei
2026 Shanwei Jewelry Industry Conference to be held on November 1
The 2026 Shanwei Jewelry Industry Conference will be held in Shanwei on November 1. It is co-hosted by the Department of Commerce of Guangdong Province and the People's Government of Shanwei Municipality, and its main venue will be the Meilong Jewelry International Trade Market in Haifeng County. Eight parallel events will run through November 3.
Expats
Overseas travel trade, KOLs explore Shanwei's coastal charms on two-day tour
Covering intangible cultural heritage sites, the scenic Honghai Bay and the bustling streetscape of Erma Road, the group explored on foot and captured footage to share Shanwei's distinctive coastal tourism charm with the world.
Shanwei
Shanwei's Chenzhou Oyster Farming System added to China's agricultural heritage list
​The Ministry of Agriculture and Rural Affairs of the People's Republic of China has announced the eighth batch of China's Nationally Important Agricultural Heritage Systems (China-NIAHS). The Chenzhou Oyster Farming System in Shanwei, Guangdong, ranks 54th on the list.
Travel
In Pics | Shanwei buzzes with coastal tourism during National Day holiday
Shanwei in Guangdong Province saw a busy tourism market during the National Day holiday, with coastal attractions, cultural activities and sports events offering visitors a mix of seaside scenery, local culture, food and leisure.
Dongguan
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Fenggang
Dongguan
GBA Invitation | Together in Greater Bay Area, shaping our future
The 4th Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area High-Quality Talent Development Conference will take place in Songshan Lake, Dongguan, from October 25 to October 26, 2026.
Manufacture
Zheng Qinwen's China Open photos put "Binhaiwan intelligent manufacturing" on global stage
From the Formula 1 Bahrain Grand Prix and the FIFA World Cup to concert venues around the globe, the OPPO Find X10 paired with a Hasselblad teleconverter and vivo X500 Pro Max paired with a ZEISS teleconverter have become go-to tools for professional photographers and ordinary spectators alike.
Art
Let the show begin! Your arts & culture hit list in GBA
The sixth Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Culture and Arts Festival will kick off on October 31, bringing a month-long celebration of the arts to the region. The program features 75 stage productions, 148 performances, 25 exhibitions, works by emerging young artists and nearly 100 public cultural and arts education activities.
Travel
No autumn in Guangdong? Flowers beg to differ
​Autumn in Guangdong is far from dull. Pink kapok trees line the streets, bougainvillea brightens city corners and fields of yellow and purple flowers bring color to the season.
Dongguan
From Fenggang to the world: Building bridges through diaspora ties
Fenggang Town in Dongguan borders Shenzhen's Longgang, Henggang, Pinghu, and Guanlan districts to the east, south, and west, and is just a 10-minute journey from the core area of Shenzhen’s Longgang—is stepping into the international spotlight.
Dongguan
French father and son explore art toy supply chain in Dongguan
​Four months after meeting Dongguan exhibitors in France, French art toy entrepreneur Fred Czysz and his son Romain traveled 9,000 kilometers to Dongguan in October to meet their longtime manufacturing partners in person and explore new opportunities.
Dongguan
Fenggang through diaspora eyes | Sir Jeffrey Cheah: Hakka roots and bridges between Dongguan and Malaysia
As Dongguan deepens its economic and cultural ties with Southeast Asia, Fenggang Town, a well-known hometown of overseas Chinese, is hosting its 2026 Hakka Diaspora Cultural Season.
Dongguan
Eyes of the world turn to Dongguan
The voice was calm, yet the effect was instant. "Xiaohuan, Xiaohuan, capture the scene in front of me," said Yang Wen'an, and the moment was frozen — snapped and saved by the pair of artificial intelligence glasses he was wearing. The onlookers who were gathered around him in a demonstration space in Fenggang Town burst into applause, marveling at this technological scene.
Travel
Xiaolan Chrysanthemum Show to return to Zhongshan in November
The 2026 Xiaolan Chrysanthemum Show will run from November 27 to December 14 at Xiaolan Chrysanthemum Garden in Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, with 350,000 pots of chrysanthemums in more than 1,000 varieties on display over the 18 days.
Zhongshan
China Haul and China Sourcing are blowing up at the Zhongshan Guzhen Lighting Fair
On October 22 to 25, 2026, the 35th China (Guzhen) International Lighting Fair was held in Guzhen, Zhongshan, Guangdong.
Zhongshan
Venezuelan influencer highly recommends Yaokou Village, Zhongshan
From Oct 20 to 21, the 2026 "A Date with China·Meet Guangdong" International Media Tour visited Zhongshan. Media reporters and online influencers from various countries gathered here to experience the city's unique charm, industrial innovation and picturesque countryside.
Zhongshan
25th time at Canton Fair: Nordic buyer says many suppliers are in Zhongshan
The 140th Canton Fair opened recently. A Nordic buyer, attending the fair for the 25th time, has witnessed its evolution and praised the manufacturing strength of Zhongshan.
Travel
No autumn in Guangdong? Flowers beg to differ
​Autumn in Guangdong is far from dull. Pink kapok trees line the streets, bougainvillea brightens city corners and fields of yellow and purple flowers bring color to the season.
Travel
A floral spectacle unfolds in autumn Guangdong
As autumn unfolds across Guangdong province in South China, colorful flowers continue to brighten the landscape. From blooming silk floss trees to vibrant bougainvillea, the province offers a colorful display of floral beauty, adding a touch of warmth and charm to the autumn season.
Culture
Chinese Characters, Chinese People | Original Lingnan Nursery Rhymes: A Curated Series
Chinese Characters, Chinese People is a children's song inspired by traditional Chinese culture. It uses the horizontal, vertical, left-falling and right-falling strokes of Chinese characters as metaphors for self-cultivation and moral character, encouraging children to write Chinese characters well and conduct themselves with integrity.
Jiangmen
China's Jiangmen earns international recognition for biodiversity conservation
Jiangmen has been designated as a "Biodiversity Charming City" by ICLEI-Local Governments for Sustainability, becoming the second city in South China's Guangdong Province to receive international recognition after Shenzhen.
Manufacture
25th China (Yangjiang) International Hardware Knives and Scissors Fair opens in Yangjiang with record overseas participation
The exhibition features 602 booths and brings together 266 hardware and scissors enterprises from China and abroad. Companies from outside Yangjiang account for more than 29 percent of exhibitors, while overseas participation has reached a record high.
Biodiversity
Chinese slug snake spotted for the first time in Yunkaishan Nature Reserve
Following taxonomic identification, researchers confirmed that this was the first record of the species in the reserve, filling a gap in distribution data for the Yunkai Mountains and contributing to surveys of snake diversity in western Guangdong.
Technology
Nobel laureate hails Yangjiang's push for offshore wind-powered hydrogen production from seawater
The Green Energy Industry Science and Technology Innovation Sub-Forum of the Greater Bay Area Science Forum 2026 and the Greater Bay Area Green Energy Conference took place on Hailing Island in Yangjiang from October 16 to October 17. Benjamin List, a 2021 Nobel laureate in chemistry and a director at the Max Planck Institute for Coal Research in Germany, attended the event.
Yangjiang
Nobel laureate gives thumbs-up to Yangjiang and its food
The Green Energy Industry Science and Technology Innovation Sub‑forum of the Greater Bay Area Science Forum 2026 and the Greater Bay Area Green Energy Conference were held on Hailing Island, Yangjiang, from October 16 to 17. Benjamin List, the 2021 Nobel laureate in chemistry and the director of the Max-Planck-Institut für Kohlenforschung in Germany, attended the event.
Agriculture
Red earth woven into brocade, sweetness spreads far and wide in Zhanjiang
Farming vehicles lead the way, green waves rolling across the fields. Red earth sets off the pineapple fields, piecing together a colorful scroll. Wind turbines awaken the clouds, and sweetness grows across this "sea".
Zhanjiang
Hanoi finswimming team finishes training in Zhanjiang
The Hanoi Finswimming Team of Vietnam has finished its training camp at the Zhanjiang Diving School of the General Administration of Sport of China, preparing for Vietnam's 10th National Games to be held from November 14 to December 12.
Travel
In pics | Enjoy autumn romance brought by blossoms in Zhanjiang
In late October, Nanguo Tropical Garden in Zhanjiang, Guangdong Province, bursts into bloom, offering a delightful autumn floral display. A sea of pink, purple and white flowers creates a colorful landscape, adding a romantic touch to the city.
Zhanjiang
Zhanjiang establishes friendship-city relationship with Madagascar's DIANA Region
Zhanjiang signed a Letter of Intent with Madagascar's DIANA Region on October 22 to strengthen exchanges and cooperation, establishing an international friendship-city relationship.
Travel
No autumn in Guangdong? Flowers beg to differ
​Autumn in Guangdong is far from dull. Pink kapok trees line the streets, bougainvillea brightens city corners and fields of yellow and purple flowers bring color to the season.
Maoming
Maoming agarwood goes global through 140th Canton Fair
An international economic and trade exchange event for Maoming's agarwood industry was held at the 140th Canton Fair venue on October 24.
Maoming
In pics | Golden rice terraces herald autumn harvest in southern China
​Across Maoming, South China's Guangdong Province, rice terraces are turning gold as the autumn harvest approaches. Fields follow the contours of the hills in Xinyi and Gaozhou, creating patterns of green and yellow that will soon give way to harvest.
APEC
Niche chemical raw materials gain global traction | Guangdong's best picks, recommended at APEC
In recent years, lenses have grown ever thinner and lighter—where does the secret lie? The answer is not only in the lens factories; it also comes from a low-key chemical raw material: 2-mercaptoethanol.
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Biodiversity
Zhaoqing releases 225 rescued wild animals back into the wild in 2026
The latest release took place in the core area of Lanke Mountain. The animals included 12 belonging to nationally protected species, such as leopard cats and Chinese hwamei. Each was released into a habitat suitable for its species.
Zhaoqing
Discover charm of Zhaoqing's Sihui through new promotional video
Sihui, a county-level city in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province, is renowned as the "Hometown of Chinese Jade." Nurtured by its waterways and famous for its jade, Sihui boasts a rich cultural heritage and a vibrant spirit.
Zhaoqing
Bathed in warm sunshine, pink muhly grass sways in Zhaoqing
Pink muhly grass drifts like mist along the riverbank. Blossom waves sway, creating what seems to be a gentle fairyland. Where the heart turns to the sun, flowers blossom.
Zhaoqing
Waters among trees and moments of quiet joy in Zhaoqing
An emerald lake lies hidden in a secluded valley. A small island is blanketed in rainforest. Lush greenery stretches out in quiet beauty. Beauty is right before your eyes. Just look up, and every worry seems to melt away.
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.
Transportation
China Southern Airlines expands international flights for 2026–2027 winter season
China Southern Airlines will increase flight frequencies on several international routes from Guangzhou during the 2026–2027 winter-spring season. This includes services to Australia and New Zealand, the addition of connections to Ethiopia and the resumption of flights to South Korea's Jeju Island.
Qingyuan
With emerald water shimmering, time goes singing in Qingyuan
Mountain winds unfurl a thousand feet of white silk. The suspension bridge gently sways with light laughter. Leisurely wandering through mountains and waters, youth is as clear and bright as this moment.
Qingyuan
​Thousands dive into the Beijiang River
Ready, set, swim! More than 3,300 swimmers from 30 provincial-level regions across China gathered in Qingcheng, Qingyuan, on October 25 for the 2026 Beijiang River Crossing event.
Qingyuan
Venus Williams shows up at Gulong Gorge Scenic Area in Qingyuan
On October 24, American tennis star Venus Williams visited Gulong Gorge Scenic Area in Qingyuan, Guangdong Province. She tried popular attractions, including the glass skywalk and the canyon go-kart ride, and interacted with costumed characters at the scenic area.
Chaozhou
Chaozhou to host ceramic industry expo from October 30
​The 2026 Chaozhou Ceramic Industry Base Expo will run from October 30 to November 1 at the Chaozhou International Convention and Exhibition Center in Guangdong, bringing together ceramic manufacturers and buyers from China and overseas to explore business opportunities in one of the country's major ceramic production hubs.
Chaozhou
Thousand years of kiln fire, reborn with high-tech flair | Guangdong's best picks, recommended at APEC
In an ancient kiln, clay crackles in the flames; on a modern workshop floor, electronic ceramic components await assembly.
Business
Chaozhou's smart sanitary ware brands set sail for international markets
Chaozhou is China's largest production base for sanitary ceramics. In 2025, the city produced 5.6 million smart toilets, more than 30 percent of the national total. Put another way, one in every three smart toilets in China comes from Chaozhou, and nearly 80 percent of the ceramic components used in smart toilets nationwide are made there.
Shantou
Traditional Chaoshan craftsmanship that stuns at first glance
Colorful porcelain takes on countless forms, and each creation is vivid and full of character. Its vibrant colors stand the test of time. Behind every piece lies the enduring beauty of traditional art.
Jieyang
"We feel proud" to see a changing China
​"China's development is advancing by leaps and bounds. We feel proud," said an overseas Chinese visitor upon returning home after many years away.
Jieyang
Lush greenery and birds resting in peaceful shelter in Jieyang
Lush vegetation flourishes along the shore. Egrets perch among the branches. With clear water and birds at rest, a thriving ecosystem paints a serene coastal scene.
Shantou
Traditional Chaoshan craftsmanship that stuns at first glance
Colorful porcelain takes on countless forms, and each creation is vivid and full of character. Its vibrant colors stand the test of time. Behind every piece lies the enduring beauty of traditional art.
Jieyang
Registration opens for 2026 Jieyang Marathon, featuring ancient city route
​The 2026 Jieyang Marathon will be held on November 29, with registration opening at 5 p.m. on October 14. The race offers full and half marathon categories, with 10,000 places available—3,000 for the full marathon and 7,000 for the half marathon. Details on race packet collection and shuttle services will be announced via the official WeChat account "发现揭阳" (Pinyin: Faxian Jieyang).
Yunfu
Yunfu's GDP grows 5.9% in first three quarters
​Yunfu's economy grew 5.9 percent year on year at constant prices in the first nine months of 2026, with gross domestic product (GDP) reaching 100.81 billion yuan, according to data released by the city on October 27.
Yunfu
Yunfu deepens RCEP ties as trade hits record high
The 4th China (Yunfu, Guangdong)—RCEP Industrial Cooperation Conference opened on October 17 in Xinxing County, Yunfu City, drawing approximately 350 domestic and international guests.
Trade
Yunfu stone: China's stone capital smartly crafts the world
From October 18 to 21, the 23rd Yunfu International Stone Materials Sci-Tech Fair will grandly kick off at Yunfu International Stone Materials Expo and Trading Center.
Yunfu
Yunfu's stone fair opens door year-round
​Yunfu, known as "China's Stone Capital," will host the 23rd Yunfu International Stone Materials Sci & Tech Fair (第二十三届云浮国际石材科技展览会) from October 18 to 21. In 2025, the city introduced a year-round exhibition format, allowing stone products to remain on display beyond the annual fair so visitors can browse and purchase them throughout the year.
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Jieyang
"We feel proud" to see a changing China
​"China's development is advancing by leaps and bounds. We feel proud," said an overseas Chinese visitor upon returning home after many years away.
"We feel proud" to see a changing China
Expats
U.S. content creators tag Guangzhou "beautiful, friendly and developed" after immersive two-day visit
A group of U.S. social media content creators paid a two-day visit to Guangzhou from October 29 to 30. After climbing Canton Tower, cruising the Pearl River, experiencing traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) treatments and savoring Cantonese cuisine at Beijing Road, they gained a firsthand look at the city's blend of modernity, culture and everyday life, and summed up their experiences with different tags, including "beautiful, friendly and developed."
U.S. content creators tag Guangzhou "beautiful, friendly and developed" after immersive two-day visit
Travel
With rainbow spanning Pearl River, set off toward light in Guangzhou
As morning mist veils the river, the rainbow bridge rests upon the waves. A train sweeps across the river. Dawn glow slowly tints the sky. The sky, the water and the city awaken with the rising sun. Chasing the light, we journey onward.
With rainbow spanning Pearl River, set off toward light in Guangzhou
Exhibition
140th Canton Fair cultural-creative collection: Where heritage meets tomorrow | China Finds
The collection falls into three strands: commemorative pieces marking the fair's milestones, everyday items reimagined with a tech twist and seasonal lifestyle products rooted in Chinese craft traditions.
140th Canton Fair cultural-creative collection: Where heritage meets tomorrow | China Finds
"We feel proud" to see a changing China
U.S. content creators tag Guangzhou "beautiful, friendly and developed" after immersive two-day visit
With rainbow spanning Pearl River, set off toward light in Guangzhou
140th Canton Fair cultural-creative collection: Where heritage meets tomorrow | China Finds
Business delegates voice hopes for upcoming APEC meeting
APEC
Business delegates voice hopes for upcoming APEC meeting
Given Guangzhou's deep-rooted economic ties with APEC member economies, business representatives attending the salon not only voiced their expectations for the forthcoming meeting, but also shared their outlook for future cooperation with Guangzhou and other cities across Guangdong Province.
Food delivered by drone? Shenzhen's futuristic service wows Malaysian influencer
Technology
Food delivered by drone? Shenzhen's futuristic service wows Malaysian influencer
After watching his meal arrive by drone, Jordan was clearly impressed. "I find Shenzhen a very tech place," he said. Having initially expected something similar to a robot delivering food on the ground, he was surprised to see his order arriving from above. "This is really a mind-blowing thing. I think this is futuristic," he added.
Come and eat in Guangdong!
Cuisine
Come and eat in Guangdong!
Come to Guangdong, and let's eat! In Guangdong, happiness is just around the corner! Step outside, and you'll find delicious food everywhere. From hot and tasty street food to mouthwatering Cantonese dishes, Guangdong is full of delicious surprises waiting for you to discover!
Canton Fair AIGC Video 3 | From Guangdong to the world
Business
Canton Fair AIGC Video 3 | From Guangdong to the world
The AIGC short-video series Canton Fair: A Time-Traveling Encounter features Edward Norton, an American trader in Qing-era Guangzhou during the Thirteen Hongs period, who receives a sourcing list from 242 years ahead and steps into the 140th Canton Fair.
Ticket clerk at Guangzhou South Railway Station goes viral for fluent English
Guangzhou
Ticket clerk at Guangzhou South Railway Station goes viral for fluent English
Recently, a ticket clerk at Guangzhou South Railway Station went viral on Chinese social media for assisting foreign travelers with ticket purchases in fluent English.
Foshan's Chancheng invites global creative talent to write new chapter
Foshan
Foshan's Chancheng invites global creative talent to write new chapter
Let creativity flow into streets and lanes, and aesthetics enter everyday life. Chancheng sends out an invitation to outstanding designers, architects, artists, brand curators and craftspeople across the globe.
Guangzhou-based consular officials visit China Southern Airlines' aircraft maintenance facilities
Expats
Guangzhou-based consular officials visit China Southern Airlines' aircraft maintenance facilities
​Forty-four officials from 29 consulates general in Guangzhou visited China Southern Airlines' aircraft maintenance facilities on Thursday (October 29) to learn about its technical capabilities and explore potential cooperation in aviation maintenance.
Beacon Over Lingnan | A conversation with Li Rui: From real-world tests to global expansion—Guangdong's practice in service robotics
Business
Beacon Over Lingnan | A conversation with Li Rui: From real-world tests to global expansion—Guangdong's practice in service robotics
​Li Rui, Founder and Chairman of Saite Intelligence, overcame early skepticism that medical and sanitation robots were just "fake needs." Sticking to human-machine symbiosis, his team now holds more than 700 patents, serving over 300 top hospitals and boosting sanitation efficiency by 40 percent.
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