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How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
New cold air to hit Guangdong after brief warm-up
New cold air to hit Guangdong after brief warm-up
Foshan
The future is here
Shantou
Shantou embraces its most romantic "Maillard Season" with vibrant bald cypress views
Cycle through scenic spots and ancient villages in Yunfu's Luoding!
Cycle through scenic spots and ancient villages in Yunfu's Luoding!
Zhanjiang chicken eyes global market with ready-to-eat push
Zhanjiang chicken eyes global market with ready-to-eat push
US has begun marketing Venezuelan oil globally, with proceeds first settling in US-controlled accounts
US has begun marketing Venezuelan oil globally, with proceeds first settling in US-controlled accounts
Foshan
Cultural tourism, a new productive force, writes a new Foshan
Dongguan
New Year travel boom lights up Dongguan's Songshan Lake
Foshan
Our little moments of happiness
Opinions
Zheng Yongnian remains cautiously optimistic regarding China's geopolitical challenges in 2026
Zheng Yongnian remains cautiously optimistic regarding China's geopolitical challenges in 2026
"Global geopolitics is changing. The center of geoeconomics …
Inside China | How China's Special Economic Zones change the game: A dialogue with Kishore Mahbubani
Inside China | How China's Special Economic Zones change the game: A dialogue with Kishore Mahbubani
During a recent visit to southern China, Singapore's former …
Inside China | Kishore Mahbubani: Zhuhai reveals vision for future city
Inside China | Kishore Mahbubani: Zhuhai reveals vision for future city
From first-hand encounters with low-altitude aviation techno…
Inside China | Kishore Mahbubani: APEC meeting in Shenzhen could inspire global development
Inside China | Kishore Mahbubani: APEC meeting in Shenzhen could inspire global development
Singapore's former ambassador to the United Nations Kishore …
Hello 2026
Hello 2026
2026 January Exhibition Guide | Ring in the new year with inspiring art
Art
2026 January Exhibition Guide | Ring in the new year with inspiring art
2026 January Show Guide | Kick off the new year with live performances in Guangdong
Art
2026 January Show Guide | Kick off the new year with live performances in Guangdong
January 2026 Calendar | Must-attend fairs in Guangdong
Exhibition
January 2026 Calendar | Must-attend fairs in Guangdong
Happy New Year 2026!
China
Happy New Year 2026!
Hello, 2026
Travel
Hello, 2026
2026 calling: Happy New Year!
Festival
2026 calling: Happy New Year!
Guangdong kicks off 2026 with diverse New Year celebrations​
Festival
Guangdong kicks off 2026 with diverse New Year celebrations​
Your guide to New Year's fireworks in Guangdong
Travel
Your guide to New Year's fireworks in Guangdong
Specials
Guangdong
How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
Expats
How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
What does "home" mean when you live halfway across the world? In this episode of My Home in GBA, we visit Wim Peeters, the Consul General of Belgium in Guangzhou. He invites us into his life in Guangzhou—a story built piece by piece from the city's rich history and warm community.
Rare lion-tailed macaque infant debuts at Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park
Travel
Rare lion-tailed macaque infant debuts at Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park
A newborn lion-tailed macaque (Macaca silenus) made her public debut on January 8 at Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park's "animal kindergarten," drawing visitors' attention to both her playful antics and the conservation challenges facing her species. The female infant, named "Changchang," was born on August 18, 2025, and is in good health under the caretakers' supervision.
Guangzhou Port Group relocates HQ to Nansha to boost port development
Guangzhou
Guangzhou Port Group relocates HQ to Nansha to boost port development
Guangzhou Port Group, the operator of Guangdong's largest and the world's sixth-largest port, inaugurated its new headquarters in Guangzhou's Nansha District on January 9.
Winter frost coats Meizhou in icy splendor as Netizens share stunning scenes
Meizhou
Winter frost coats Meizhou in icy splendor as Netizens share stunning scenes
​Meizhou in south China's Guangdong Province experienced widespread frost and freezing conditions on January 8, driven by strong cold air and clear-sky radiative cooling. Temperatures in some high-altitude areas fell below 0°C.
How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
Rare lion-tailed macaque infant debuts at Guangzhou Chimelong Safari Park
Guangzhou Port Group relocates HQ to Nansha to boost port development
Winter frost coats Meizhou in icy splendor as Netizens share stunning scenes
Weather
New cold air to hit Guangdong after brief warm-up
New cold air to hit Guangdong after brief warm-up
Travel
Cycle through scenic spots and ancient villages in Yunfu's Luoding!
Cycle through scenic spots and ancient villages in Yunfu's Luoding!
Cities
Guangzhou
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Nansha
Guangzhou
Guangzhou Port Group relocates HQ to Nansha to boost port development
Guangzhou Port Group, the operator of Guangdong's largest and the world's sixth-largest port, inaugurated its new headquarters in Guangzhou's Nansha District on January 9.
Transportation
Guangzhou launches first long-haul Southeast Asia cruise as Nansha port tops 2 million passengers
The Adora Mediterranea set sail from the Nansha International Cruise Home Port on a nine-day, eight-night voyage to three Southeast Asian countries.
Guangzhou
Maldives International Business Center launched in Guangzhou's Nansha
The Maldives International Business Center was officially inaugurated on January 5 in Nansha, Guangzhou, marking a significant step in strengthening economic ties between China's Greater Bay Area and the Maldives.
Weather
First Orange Cold Warning issued in Guangzhou in 2026
Temperatures plummeted on Friday, with minimum readings ranging from 7 to 11 °C, marking a decrease of 4 to 6 °C from the previous day. The cold spell is expected to persist over the coming days due to the continuous influx of cold air, with little chance of the noticeable warming observed after earlier cool downs.
Shenzhen
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Nanshan
Shenzhen
Birds spread their wings, stirring ripples as their feathers catch sunlight
As the water sparkles with light, the birds drift peacefully across the surface of the water. Their jet-black feathers catch the light. A soft circle of ripples spreads with each beat of their wings, brimming with natural charm.
Festival
A guide to ringing in 2026 in Shenzhen
From traditional cultural experiences and bustling street festivals to dazzling light shows and pet-friendly parties, the city offers a spectacular array of celebrations. Here's a curated roundup of must-see events to match every mood.
Festival
Theme park aglow for lantern fair
Now through March, over 40 large-scale lantern installations are spread across 530,000 square meters at the Splendid China-Folk Culture Villages theme park in Nanshan District.
Art
Immersive, multi-sensory art exhibition opens in Shenzhen
A new immersive exhibition that blends speculative design, technology-based art and philosophical inquiry has opened in Shekou, highlighting an emerging approach to exhibition-making that emphasizes immersive narrative, meticulous craft and cross-disciplinary collaboration.
Foshan
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Chancheng
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Shunde
Foshan
Our little moments of happiness
Livelihood may sound like a grand topic, but it's built upon countless warm moments of smiling faces.
Festival
Spring unfolds in Foshan (I): Flower fairs dates and locations released
Spring is in the air in Foshan! From February 1 to 16, flower fairs across the city will offer festive blooms, New Year kumquats, lively performances, and fun interactive activities.
Foshan
Aizhu Canteen warms Foshan, serving free meals for three years
Tucked away on Xin'an Street in Chancheng District, Foshan, Aizhu Canteen has provided more than 54,000 free lunches to elderly residents and people in need over the past three years, without charging a single cent.
Foshan
Foshan Ancient Town aspires to become a world-class cultural heritage site
How will Foshan's Chancheng District develop in the next five years? What new moves will there be in culture and tourism? On December 29, the CPC Chancheng District Committee held a plenary session, unveiling many new plans.
Foshan
The future is here
"Robots making robots," one rolls off the production line every 30 minutes; Inspection drones, with "fiery eyes," leaving no defect undetected; Domestic chips, from zero to one, breaking technological monopolies and going global…In Foshan, this is already an industrial reality within reach!
Festival
Spring unfolds in Foshan (II): District-by-district guide to flower fairs
As Foshan's Spring Festival flower fairs get underway, different districts are unveiling their own themed markets. Each area offers a distinct mix of flowers, decorations, performances, and local specialties, giving residents and visitors more options to celebrate the Chinese New Year close to home.
Festival
Spring unfolds in Foshan (I): Flower fairs dates and locations released
Spring is in the air in Foshan! From February 1 to 16, flower fairs across the city will offer festive blooms, New Year kumquats, lively performances, and fun interactive activities.
Manufacture
Smart educational toys gain popularity in China and abroad
The rise of smart educational toys reflects not only the upgrade of China's toy industry but also the evolution of educational concepts and consumption trends. As "learning through play" becomes a consensus, this market segment is attracting more and more innovators.
Video
World
US has begun marketing Venezuelan oil globally, with proceeds first settling in US-controlled accounts
The White House claims the United States has already begun marketing Venezuelan oil in global markets after sanctions left millions of barrels stranded in storage.
US has begun marketing Venezuelan oil globally, with proceeds first settling in US-controlled accounts
Expats
How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
What does "home" mean when you live halfway across the world? In this episode of My Home in GBA, we visit Wim Peeters, the Consul General of Belgium in Guangzhou. He invites us into his life in Guangzhou—a story built piece by piece from the city's rich history and warm community.
How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
Foshan
Cultural tourism, a new productive force, writes a new Foshan
The Lingnan culture of a thousand years has nourished this fertile land. Foshan, a trillion-yuan GDP city rich in cultural heritage, is writing a new chapter of urban evolution driven by cultural tourism. Today, cultural tourism has become a productive force that drives industrial upgrading.
Cultural tourism, a new productive force, writes a new Foshan
Foshan
Our little moments of happiness
Livelihood may sound like a grand topic, but it's built upon countless warm moments of smiling faces.
Our little moments of happiness
US has begun marketing Venezuelan oil globally, with proceeds first settling in US-controlled accounts
How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②
Cultural tourism, a new productive force, writes a new Foshan
Our little moments of happiness
The future is here
Foshan
The future is here
"Robots making robots," one rolls off the production line every 30 minutes; Inspection drones, with "fiery eyes," leaving no defect undetected; Domestic chips, from zero to one, breaking technological monopolies and going global…In Foshan, this is already an industrial reality within reach!
​Bamboo shadows sway in breeze, where joy fills heart
Zhaoqing
​Bamboo shadows sway in breeze, where joy fills heart
Expanses of emerald bamboo roll in waves; bamboo shadows dance in the gentle wind. Each leaf holds a tint of verdant green, whispering with a soft, rustling sound. A deep, tranquil ambiance slowly unfolds, bringing a serene calm that touches both eyes and souls.
Foreign visitors impressed by "Tea-Picking Opera" at Guangzhou South Railway Station
Culture
Foreign visitors impressed by "Tea-Picking Opera" at Guangzhou South Railway Station
The program, with tea as the medium, presented the tea culture characteristics of various places in Shaoguan through lively forms such as "Tea-Picking" dance and song, singing and reciting, and was highly favored by foreign passengers.
INFO Guangdong event invites expats to enjoy German-language musical Elisabeth
Art
INFO Guangdong event invites expats to enjoy German-language musical Elisabeth
On the evening of January 7, INFO Guangdong invited members of Guangzhou's international community to attend the German-language musical Elisabeth (staged concert) at the Guangzhou Opera House.
Where mountains meet sea, dawn breaks softly
Maoming
Where mountains meet sea, dawn breaks softly
The sky slowly brightens, ushering in the dawn. The morning mist drapes over the mountainside. Waves lap the rocks with a tender sound. The wind from the hills carries the fresh scent of the sea. It comes as a gentle greeting from nature itself.
Historian Harold Raugh: China's WWII contribution crucial to Allied victory
China
Historian Harold Raugh: China's WWII contribution crucial to Allied victory
"China made a major contribution to the Allied war effort during World War II," said Dr. Harold Raugh, president of the International Commission of Military History, in a recent exclusive interview with South.
​U.S. action in Venezuela driven by oil, not democracy, risks eroding international order: Colombian commentator
Latin America
​U.S. action in Venezuela driven by oil, not democracy, risks eroding international order: Colombian commentator
From a Latin American perspective, Colombian political commentator Fernando Munoz offers a blistering analysis, arguing the operation exposes a raw pursuit of resources and hegemony disguised as law enforcement.
News Xplained | Will the US bring prosperity to Latin America?
US
News Xplained | Will the US bring prosperity to Latin America?
Will the US really bring "democracy" to Latin America? When Trump forcibly removed Venezuela's president, can the region expect prosperity—or just more control from Washington?
Picture
Diverse exhibitions staged across China during New Year holiday
Diverse exhibitions staged across China during New Year holiday
People visit the Zhengzhou Museum in Zhengzhou, central China's Henan Province, Jan. 2, 2026. Diverse exhibitions staged at museums, galleries and other cultural institutions across the country have greatly enriched people's life during the New Year holiday.
New Year celebrations across China
New Year celebrations across China
Various activities were held nationwide to celebrate the New Year.
People across China welcome arrival of 2026 at sunrise
People across China welcome arrival of 2026 at sunrise
People pose for photos at sunrise on a beach in Haigang District of Qinhuangdao City, north China's Hebei Province on Jan. 1, 2026.
In pics | Maoming's Gaozhou becomes a "city in the sky"
In pics | Maoming's Gaozhou becomes a "city in the sky"
A breathtaking tapestry of clouds recently descended upon Gaozhou, Maoming, in the morning. From above, the sea of clouds cascaded over skyscrapers, painting the skyline and creating a dreamlike "city in the sky"—a spectacular and romantic visual feast.
In Pics | Tabebuia trees in full bloom in Hengqin
In Pics | Tabebuia trees in full bloom in Hengqin
The purple trumpet trees in the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin are now at their peak, with the blooming season lasting just one to two months. If you're planning a visit, here's a handy guide to the best spots.
People flock to stores during Boxing Day sales in Canada
People flock to stores during Boxing Day sales in Canada
People flock to stores during Boxing Day sales in Canada
Guangdong accelerates AI development of toy manufacturing
Guangdong accelerates AI development of toy manufacturing
AI toys feature human-machine interaction, diverse product forms, varied application scenarios and a broad target audience.
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