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AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | Where cities shape the game
AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | Where cities shape the game
Zhaoqing
Zhaoqing Guangning bamboo-for-plastic substitution products shine at Canton Fair
Sports
Lang Lang's ultimate all-rounder earphones from Guangdong
Shanwei fishermen's songs revitalized through AI-assisted composition
Shanwei fishermen's songs revitalized through AI-assisted composition
Consular officials from 21 consulates-general attend Guangdong IP protection briefing, noting remarkable progress
Consular officials from 21 consulates-general attend Guangdong IP protection briefing, noting remarkable progress
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Shenzhen
Arab media delegation visits Nanfang Media Group Shenzhen Branch to explore cooperation opportunities
Guangdong
Every Guangdong city fights for glory
Shenzhen
China Xplained | Ahead of APEC meetings in Shenzhen, what journalists found in China's tech hub
Opinions
"Nuclear issue is not the real obstacle and a compromise is possible," say experts on failed Iran–U.S. talks
"Nuclear issue is not the real obstacle and a compromise is possible," say experts on failed Iran–U.S. talks
"The United States achieved nothing on the battlefield, so e…
U.S.–Iran ceasefire: Tactical pause or prelude to a grand bargain?
U.S.–Iran ceasefire: Tactical pause or prelude to a grand bargain?
"Trump doesn't want a protracted war; he was aiming for a sw…
The Iran conflict expands U.S. doctrine of economic pressure to counter China
The Iran conflict expands U.S. doctrine of economic pressure to counter China
The Iran conflict is no longer merely a regional security cr…
US must not blindly follow Israel in Iran war, warns Nobel economist
US must not blindly follow Israel in Iran war, warns Nobel economist
The US-Israel joint military strike against Iran has dragged…
139th Canton Fair
139th Canton Fair
Fast & easy: Guide to overseas buyer badge application for Canton Fair!
Guangzhou
Fast & easy: Guide to overseas buyer badge application for Canton Fair!
Canton Fair buyers visit Jiangmen to test-drive motorcycles
Jiangmen
Canton Fair buyers visit Jiangmen to test-drive motorcycles
China's exoskeleton robot enables foreign visitor to walk again at Canton Fair
Guangzhou
China's exoskeleton robot enables foreign visitor to walk again at Canton Fair
First phase of 139th Canton Fair concludes
Trade
First phase of 139th Canton Fair concludes
Guangzhou's star-rated hotels launch integrated services for Canton Fair exhibitors and buyers
Guangzhou
Guangzhou's star-rated hotels launch integrated services for Canton Fair exhibitors and buyers
139th Canton Fair opens in Guangzhou with over 32,000 exhibitors, breaking previous records
Trade
139th Canton Fair opens in Guangzhou with over 32,000 exhibitors, breaking previous records
Canton Fair find: Late-night companion lamp from Guangdong lights up your bed
Trade
Canton Fair find: Late-night companion lamp from Guangdong lights up your bed
Foreign consular delegations explore legal services at Canton Fair
Policy
Foreign consular delegations explore legal services at Canton Fair
Specials
Guangdong
Guangdong Facts 2026 brochure is now live!
Business
Guangdong Facts 2026 brochure is now live!
Guangdong Facts 2026 is now live! This 21-page brochure provides a concise overview of Guangdong, highlighting its dynamic business landscape, quality of life, and diverse travel experiences.
Fast & easy: Guide to overseas buyer badge application for Canton Fair!
Guangzhou
Fast & easy: Guide to overseas buyer badge application for Canton Fair!
The 139th Canton Fair commenced on April 15 in Guangzhou. How to get your buyer badge faster? This video will illustrate the buyer badge application process for you.
Guangdong Goods Go Global: Zhongshan Products in Malaysia event makes its debut abroad
Business
Guangdong Goods Go Global: Zhongshan Products in Malaysia event makes its debut abroad
On the morning of April 25, the China (Zhongshan)–Malaysia (Kuala Lumpur) Investment Promotion & Exchange Conference, along with the "Guangdong Goods Go Global: Zhongshan Products in Malaysia" event, kicked off at Pavilion Bukit Jalil, Kuala Lumpur.
Zhongshan firm makes debut in Malaysia, securing 50m-yuan order
Business
Zhongshan firm makes debut in Malaysia, securing 50m-yuan order
The promotional event "Guangdong Goods Go Global: Zhongshan Products in Malaysia" was held from April 25 to 26 at Pavilion Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Guangdong Facts 2026 brochure is now live!
Fast & easy: Guide to overseas buyer badge application for Canton Fair!
Guangdong Goods Go Global: Zhongshan Products in Malaysia event makes its debut abroad
Zhongshan firm makes debut in Malaysia, securing 50m-yuan order
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | Where cities shape the game
AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | Where cities shape the game
Guangzhou
Consular officials from 21 consulates-general attend Guangdong IP protection briefing, noting remarkable progress
Consular officials from 21 consulates-general attend Guangdong IP protection briefing, noting remarkable progress
Cities
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Nansha
Guangzhou
Consular officials from 21 consulates-general attend Guangdong IP protection briefing, noting remarkable progress
A key press conference held in Guangzhou drew the attention of diplomatic circles on April 24, with consular officials from the United States, Russia, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Brazil, Zambia, Thailand, Türkiye, Mali, and others—21 consulates-general in total—attending as guests to broaden public understanding of intellectual property (IP) protection in Guangdong.
Nansha
Guangzhou's Nansha District releases guidelines on IP legal risk prevention for enterprises going global
On April 20, the People's Procuratorate of Nansha District officially released English and Portuguese editions of the Intellectual Property Legal Risk Prevention Guide for Enterprises Going Global.
Technology
Inside first drone zone at China's Canton Fair
Follow our Ukrainian friend Hanna Shepilova as she steps into the first-ever drone zone at the Canton Fair, one of the world's largest trade exhibitions, and takes on four unique missions that reveal how China's drone technology is shaping the future.
Guangzhou
Comoros delegation impressed by Guangzhou's technological prowess and cultural heritage
A delegation composed of 15 members led by Mouhidine from the Convention for the Renewal of the Comoros visited Guangzhou from April 21 to 22. During their two-day visit of local exhibition center, tech firm and culture sites, members were stunned by the technological prowess and cultural heritage of the city.
Nansha
Guangzhou's Nansha District releases guidelines on IP legal risk prevention for enterprises going global
On April 20, the People's Procuratorate of Nansha District officially released English and Portuguese editions of the Intellectual Property Legal Risk Prevention Guide for Enterprises Going Global.
Trade
Nansha FTZ marks 11th anniversary as foreign trade rises 8.5% YoY in Q1 2026
On April 21, 2026, the China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade Zone Nansha Area of Guangzhou (Nansha FTZ) marked its 11th anniversary. Nansha's total foreign trade import and export value reached 257 billion yuan in the first quarter, up 8.5% year on year, underscoring the impact of sustained reform and innovation of the FTZ.
Nansha
Cruise ship Adora Flora City unveils maiden voyage routes, tickets on sale from May 20
Adora Cruises, a Chinese cruise brand, unveiled on April 20 the product details and maiden season itineraries for Adora Flora City, China's second domestically built large cruise ship, with tickets scheduled to go on sale from May 20.
Guangzhou
​Elche mayor visits Guangzhou's Nansha to boost China-Spain cooperation
Pablo Ruz Villanueva, mayor of Elche, Spain, led a delegation to visit Nansha District in Guangzhou from April 14 to 16, aiming to deepen cooperation between Nansha district and Elche city. The visit coincided with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's trip to China from April 11 to 15.
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Sports
Lang Lang's ultimate all-rounder earphones from Guangdong
One of the best ways to choose a pair of earphones is to see which ones are trusted by the world's top musicians. For example, Lang Lang, widely regarded as one of the greatest living pianists, uses a pair of earphones designed and manufactured in Guangdong for his highly demanding piano practice and training.
Shenzhen
Arab media delegation visits Nanfang Media Group Shenzhen Branch to explore cooperation opportunities
​A 16-member media delegation from 10 Arab countries, including Mauritania, Algeria, Egypt, Morocco and Oman, visited Nanfang Media Group Shenzhen Branch for in-depth exchanges on April 22. The delegation highly praised Nanfang Media's integrated development, international communication and innovative projects, expressing strong willingness for future cooperation.
Shenzhen
China Xplained | Ahead of APEC meetings in Shenzhen, what journalists found in China's tech hub
A delegation of journalists from APEC economies visited Shenzhen on Thursday, gaining a firsthand look at how the southern Chinese city has transformed into a global hub of innovation.
Technology
US plastic surgeon on China-US 'excellent partnership' behind AI glasses in Shenzhen
Dr. Frederick De Jacma, a US plastic surgeon who has lived in China for 23 years, is impressed by a pair of AI translation glasses developed through China-US collaboration. "When you take AI software engineers from Silicon Valley and combine them with manufacturing in China—you've got the ultimate product," he says.
Shenzhen
Tacoma delegation visits Shenzhen's Nanshan District for friendly-city exchange
A delegation from Tacoma, Washington, visited Shenzhen's Nanshan District, marking the first in-person exchange since the two sides established a friendly-city partnership in November 2025.
Shenzhen
With spring breeze blowing, flowers sway under gentle sunlight
Cloud shadows drift over the blossom-covered meadows. Flowing light tints the mist a soft, verdant hue. As the gentle breeze blows, flowers bloom in their own elegance. Along the path, blossoms greet you at every step. Such is the beauty of a radiant and warm day in spring.
Technology
China's first robot volunteer service station opens in Qianhai
Robots wearing volunteer vests welcome visitors at a volunteer service station in Qianhai Stone Park in Shenzhen. China's f​irst robot volunteer service station became operational at the park on Friday.
Shenzhen
Belgian delegation wraps up Shenzhen visit
A Belgian business delegation led by Rudy Aernoudt, Director of Cabinet to the President of Belgium's Mouvement Réformateur and former Chief Economist of the European Commission, recently visited Shenzhen's Nanshan District to explore industry collaboration and strengthen economic and trade ties.
Hengqin
What impressed APEC journalists in Hengqin? TCM, tech and connectivity
A delegation of journalists from APEC member economies visited the Guangdong-Macao In-Depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin on April 22, exploring how Guangdong and Macao are deepening cooperation in the traditional Chinese medicine (TCM) industry.
Sports
Pedal through romance of Zhuhai with five scenic cycling routes
Imagine cycling along a winding coastline, the salty sea breeze caressing your face, or pedaling through ancient villages where time feels suspended. Zhuhai, recently crowned as a Cycling City, has officially unveiled five scenic cycling routes.
Zhuhai
APEC journalist delegation amazed by Zhuhai's cutting-edge technology
A delegation of journalists from APEC member economies began their visit to Guangdong Province on April 21, 2026.
Transportation
Zhuhai bridge port trade hits 96 billion yuan in Q1
The Zhuhai port of the Hong Kong-Zhuhai-Macao Bridge recorded import and export value of 96.17 billion yuan ($14.1 billion) in the first quarter, up 55.4 percent year-on-year, driven by the opening of a comprehensive designated supervision site at the port last year, according to statistics from Gongbei Customs.
Shantou
Shantou-Meizhou Expressway Shuiche Service Area wins three gold awards at Muse Design Awards 2026
Following its Platinum Award in October 2025, the Shuiche Service Area, part of the Shantou-Meizhou Expressway expansion project, has clinched three additional gold awards at the prestigious MUSE Design Awards 2026.
Biodiversity
Vistors to Nan'ao Island in Guangdong encounters pink dolphin
Recently, visitors to Nan'ao Island in Guangdong encountered a pink dolphin.
Shanwei
Sailing competition of Guangdong Provincial Games kicks off in Shanwei
The sailing events of the 17th Guangdong Provincial Games began on April 10 at the Guangdong Maritime Sports Training Center in Honghai Bay, Shanwei.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Goods × Yue BA | Crafted with mastery
One city, one craft—skill forged by hand. In Guangdong, craftsmanship is not just heritage, but refinement and dedication.
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Foshan
Over 200 Chinese and foreign IP experts gather in Foshan: What's the buzz about this PCT training?
On April 23, the training on the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) system and global patent protection is being held in Foshan, Guangdong.
Foshan
Want to pet snakes and lizards? Come to Nanhai, Foshan! | Foshan What's On ⑤
Have you ever touched a snake? Let's give it a try!
Foshan
Foshan Ancestral Temple Fair—What to explore?
From April 18 to 20, the 2026 Foshan Ancestral Temple Fair is in full swing at the Lingnan Xintiandi Liyu Square. A series of major folk activities, including intangible cultural heritage parades and exhibitions, are taking turns to captivate visitors, adding a rich traditional charm to the lively fair.
Foshan
Foshan Ancient Town extends an invitation to the world
The 2026 Foshan Ancient Town High-Quality Cultural and Tourism Development Conference was held on April 22.
Foshan
Foshan Ancestral Temple Fair—What to explore?
From April 18 to 20, the 2026 Foshan Ancestral Temple Fair is in full swing at the Lingnan Xintiandi Liyu Square. A series of major folk activities, including intangible cultural heritage parades and exhibitions, are taking turns to captivate visitors, adding a rich traditional charm to the lively fair.
Foshan
Foshan Ancient Town extends an invitation to the world
The 2026 Foshan Ancient Town High-Quality Cultural and Tourism Development Conference was held on April 22.
Foshan
Why Foshan Ancient Town is worth anticipating
When the millennium-old Lingnan cultural heritage meets global fashion trends, a city walk in Foshan Ancient Town reveals boundless possibilities.
Foshan
South-Foshan Ancient Town International Communication Hub officially inaugurated
On April 22, at the 2026 Foshan Ancient Town High-Quality Cultural and Tourism Development Conference, the South-Foshan Ancient Town International Communication Hub, jointly established by Zumiao Sub-district of Chancheng District, Foshan City, and Nanfang Media Group, was inaugurated. At the same time, the South-Foshan Ancient Town Channel was unveiled.
Tradition
Foshan's Jiancun Community holds land-water parade for Beidi Festival 2026
Foshan's Jiancun Community holds land-water parade for Beidi Festival. The Beidi (Northern Emperor) Festival of Jiancun Community in Xiqiao Town has a history of over 700 years and is an intangible cultural heritage of Foshan.
Foshan
Foshan Nanhai hosts Spring Festival Gathering in Hong Kong
The 2026 Nanhai Spring Festival Gathering was held on March 20 in Hong Kong, bringing together over 500 Nanhai community members and distinguished guests from around the world.
Culture
Lion dance vs Yingge dance: Cool street show in Foshan's Lishui
On March 7, a grand folk culture parade was held in Jinfengzhou, Lishui Town, Nanhai District, Foshan City. The Lingnan lion dance, Chaoshan Yingge dance and robot street dance brought a lively scene, attracting many local people and foreign friends.
Festival
2026 Shishan Bo'ai Lake Lantern Fair, Foshan
The largest public welfare lantern fair in Foshan features 13 themed installations along Bo'ai Lake, blending over 300 years of Le'an lantern craftsmanship with local culture and modern design.
Manufacture
This Guangdong-made cube is helping speedcubers worldwide shatter world records
Thanks to its magnetic system, it helps auto-align the layers for lightning-fast solving. Some users say they broke the 30-second mark for the first time with it.
Cuisine
Egyptian influencer tries China's hottest chicken hotpot
On April 9, Haggagovic, an influencer with over a million followers across overseas platforms, came to try one of China's hottest chicken hotpots—Lao Mo's Chicken Hotpot.
Cuisine
Viral chicken hotpot taking over the internet comes from one of China's top food cities
Recently, one pot of chicken has been sweeping Chinese social media. And our protagonist is he — Lao Mo. He runs a small chicken hotpot eatery in Foshan, a city in southern China.
Foshan
Creative director of Qinghui Garden
Do you wonder who was the owner of Qinghui Garden? Let's get close to Master Long, a multi-hyphenate who is scholar, artist and creative director of this 200-year-old garden. Come to know how he poured all his love and enthusiasm into every corner of the garden and lived a poetic life.
Culture
Language connects the world: When the Guoshan Yao meet Europeans
The 20th Europa Culture Festival, themed "Connect the World Through Language, Open up the Future Through Communication", just kicked off at Guangdong University of Foreign Studies' Baiyun Mountain campus!
Environment
Earth Day 2026: Guangdong's ecological palette in full spectrum
On April 22 this year, Earth Day arrives in Guangdong against a backdrop that few outside the southern province of China might expect. Long defined by its breakneck urbanization and manufacturing might, Guangdong is now quietly writing a different story, one told not in GDP figures but in shades of green, blue, pink, and brown.
Biodiversity
Rare saprophytic plants discovered in Danxia Mountain, Shaoguan
Recently, an outdoor enthusiast in Shaoguan discovered clusters of rare saprophytic plants in the primeval forest halfway up Wanshi Mountain, located at the junction of Guangdong, Hunan, and Jiangxi provinces.
Shaoguan
AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | From court to culture, round four unfolds
As the Guangdong City Basketball League moves on to its fourth round on April 18, the tournament is picking up pace, with each game offering more than just competition.
Environment
Earth Day 2026: Guangdong's ecological palette in full spectrum
On April 22 this year, Earth Day arrives in Guangdong against a backdrop that few outside the southern province of China might expect. Long defined by its breakneck urbanization and manufacturing might, Guangdong is now quietly writing a different story, one told not in GDP figures but in shades of green, blue, pink, and brown.
Shaoguan
AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | From court to culture, round four unfolds
As the Guangdong City Basketball League moves on to its fourth round on April 18, the tournament is picking up pace, with each game offering more than just competition.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Goods × Yue BA | Where modern agriculture meets hardwood
As the 2026 Guangdong City Basketball League (Yue BA) is ongoing, we're launching a poster series that looks at the game through the lens of Guangdong's manufacturing prowess. Each edition highlights one city and the signature product that defines its industrial DNA. Now, the series continues with Heyuan, Meizhou, and Huizhou—three cities, three industries, one rising province.
Guangdong
Guangdong achieves first large‑scale propagation of virus‑free potato seeds
For the first time, Guangdong has successfully produced its own virus‑free potato original seeds on a commercial scale, ending the province's long-standing reliance on seed potatoes from northern China.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | Where cities shape the game
Together, the design elements point to a visual identity rooted in community and continuity, shaped by cultural heritage and expressed through sport.
Meizhou
Above the clouds, our hearts set on the rising sun
The glow of dawn spills across the horizon, while a sea of clouds rolls before the eyes. Amid surging winds and shifting mist, everything becomes pure and tender once more.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Goods × Yue BA | Where modern agriculture meets hardwood
As the 2026 Guangdong City Basketball League (Yue BA) is ongoing, we're launching a poster series that looks at the game through the lens of Guangdong's manufacturing prowess. Each edition highlights one city and the signature product that defines its industrial DNA. Now, the series continues with Heyuan, Meizhou, and Huizhou—three cities, three industries, one rising province.
Meizhou
National first-class protected plant reintroduced to Meizhou's Yinna Mountain Provincial Nature Reserve
​The Yinna Mountain Provincial Nature Reserve in Meixian District, Meizhou City, recently partnered with the South China Botanical Garden of the Chinese Academy of Sciences to carry out a demonstration project on the restoration and reintroduction of Ormosia microphylla.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Edition | Where cities shape the game
Together, the design elements point to a visual identity rooted in community and continuity, shaped by cultural heritage and expressed through sport.
Huizhou
Air Liquide expands south China supply with new Huizhou gas unit
French industrial gases giant Air Liquide broke ground on a new air separation unit in Huizhou, south China's Guangdong Province, on Tuesday, a project that will add 800 tonnes per day of liquid oxygen, nitrogen and argon supply to the Pearl River Delta market.
Environment
Earth Day 2026: Guangdong's ecological palette in full spectrum
On April 22 this year, Earth Day arrives in Guangdong against a backdrop that few outside the southern province of China might expect. Long defined by its breakneck urbanization and manufacturing might, Guangdong is now quietly writing a different story, one told not in GDP figures but in shades of green, blue, pink, and brown.
GBA
Greater Bay Area's first Hualong One nuclear unit starts power generation
On April 20, the first Hualong One nuclear power unit in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA)—Unit 1 of China General Nuclear Power Group's (CGN) Guangdong Taipingling Nuclear Power Project in Renping Peninsula, Huidong, Huizhou—officially commenced power generation and entered commercial operation. It is expected to generate more than 9 billion kWh of electricity annually, meeting the annual production and living needs of one million residents in GBA.
Shanwei
Shanwei fishermen's songs revitalized through AI-assisted composition
The music video "Hai Feng Gui Fan" (Fishing Boats Return in the Sea Breeze, 海风归帆), created with AI-assisted composition, portrays the vibrant life and nostalgia of fishing families in Shanwei through a modern musical style. This piece draws on Shanwei's traditional fishermen's song melodies while introducing a fresh, narrative-driven style.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Goods × Yue BA | All eyes on Guangdong
Now, the series continues with three glamorous cities—Shanwei, Dongguan, and Zhongshan, which draw all eyes to Guangdong.
Shanwei
How a small mountain county in Shanwei becomes a global garment hub?
"Tang Niangdi: 8,228 yuan; Peng Caihong: 5,623 yuan; Peng Qiuyan: 6,100.39 yuan..." In the quiet late-night hours of Luhe County, Shanwei City, Guangdong Province, Peng Tingting is busy auditing payrolls for her employees. Since launching her clothing company in 2024, she has expanded her operations to seven factories. "We plan to further increase the proportion of sales through cross-border e-commerce channels," she said.
Guangdong
China explores new path to common prosperity
In south China's Guangdong Province, a pioneer in China's reform and opening up, a bold experiment is underway to answer one of the country's most pressing questions: What is the best way to bridge the gap between wealth and poverty?
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Goods × Yue BA | All eyes on Guangdong
Now, the series continues with three glamorous cities—Shanwei, Dongguan, and Zhongshan, which draw all eyes to Guangdong.
Technology
41 days! Guangdong opens its first expressway hydrogen refueling station in service area
The first hydrogen refueling station located inside an expressway service area in Guangdong Province has been completed at the Nanxiangshan East Service Area on the Huadu–Dongguan Expressway in Zengcheng District, Guangzhou City. Construction of the facility, operated by Yuntao Hydrogen Energy, began on March 3 and finished on April 13, a timeline of just 41 days.
Dongguan
Seaside coffee festival arrives for May Day holiday in Dongguan
The 2026 Binhaiwan Bay Lawn Coffee Festival, the first seaside coffee festival in Dongguan, Guangdong, is set to make its debut. The festival will take place at the Binhai Bidao lawn over four days during the May Day holiday. More than just a gathering for coffee enthusiasts, the event is a must-visit holiday destination that blends coastal scenery, live music venues, and romantic sunset views.
Business
Dongguan-Hong Kong cargo park grows 217 percent annually since 2023
A logistics park linking Dongguan's manufacturing base directly to Hong Kong International Airport's cargo operations has processed more than 65 billion yuan ($9.42 billion) in import and export value in the three years since cross-border freight volumes rebounded following the end of Covid-era restrictions.
Business
Zhongshan firm makes debut in Malaysia, securing 50m-yuan order
The promotional event "Guangdong Goods Go Global: Zhongshan Products in Malaysia" was held from April 25 to 26 at Pavilion Bukit Jalil in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia.
Sports
AI Fits: Guangdong Goods × Yue BA | All eyes on Guangdong
Now, the series continues with three glamorous cities—Shanwei, Dongguan, and Zhongshan, which draw all eyes to Guangdong.
Zhongshan
Australian takes you straight to "Zhongshan Goods Enter Shandong" event
On April 20-21, Guangdong Products Go Global· Zhongshan Goods Enter Shandong event was held in Jinan! Zhongshan brought its high-quality goods to Shandong Province, delivering a grand trade and cultural feast between the south and the north.
Zhongshan
A letter to Malaysian friends: your "Zhongshan Department Store" is coming to Kuala Lumpur!
Though we only meet by letter, our hearts are just a screen away.
Jiangmen
Chinese watchtower photos win at 2026 Sony World Photography Awards
​Chinese photographer Chen Liang has won third place in the Architecture & Design category at the 2026 Sony World Photography Awards for his series Chinese Watchtowers.
Shenzhen
China's deepest undersea high-speed rail tunnel advances to 113m depth
China's deepest undersea high-speed railway tunnel has reached a record excavation depth of 113 meters beneath the seabed, marking a major milestone in the construction of the Shenzhen-Jiangmen High-Speed Railway.
Jiangmen
Canton Fair buyers visit Jiangmen to test-drive motorcycles
Engines roared at the test track of Jiangmen Summit Motor Co., Ltd. in Pengjiang District, Jiangmen, as overseas buyers gathered recently for an immersive factory visit and motorcycle test-drive experience.
Sports
Roaring through Jiangmen: motorcycle parade showcases industry strength
​On April 6, more than 100 motorcycles thundered through the streets of Jiangmen in a grand parade, turning the city into a stage displaying its thriving motorcycle industry.
Yangjiang
Yangjiang's overseas Chinese hub offers immersive Southeast Asian cultural experience
On weekends in April, the Gangqiao Cultural Station in Gangmei Town, Yangchun, Yangjiang City, becomes a vibrant weekend destination, drawing visitors eager to explore Southeast Asian flavors and overseas Chinese culture.
Biodiversity
New longhorn beetle species discovered in Yunkaishan National Nature Reserve
A new species of longhorn beetle, Prionus zhumingyui, has been discovered in the Guangdong Yunkaishan National Nature Reserve, according to a study recently published in the international journal Insects.
Guangdong
Guangdong's water allocation mega-project targets completion in 2031
​While global attention often focuses on skyscrapers, an even larger undertaking is taking shape deep underground in South China. The Guangdong Water Resources Allocation Project for the Beibu Gulf Region (环北部湾广东水资源配置工程) is now officially under full-speed construction.
Yangjiang
Off Yangjiang coast, China launches Smart Dragon-3 rocket from sea
China on April 11 launched a Smart Dragon-3 (SD-3) carrier rocket from the sea, sending a test satellite into its planned orbit to promote satellite internet technology. The SD-3 rocket blasted off at 7:32 p.m. (Beijing Time) from waters off the coast of Yangjiang in south China's Guangdong Province.
Jiangmen
Chinese watchtower photos win at 2026 Sony World Photography Awards
​Chinese photographer Chen Liang has won third place in the Architecture & Design category at the 2026 Sony World Photography Awards for his series Chinese Watchtowers.
Zhanjiang
Zhanjiang and Vienna sign agreement on international sister schools
A signing ceremony was held on April 20 to establish international sister-school partnerships between Zhanjiang and Vienna. This not only marks a significant step forward in the internationalization of education in Zhanjiang but also further strengthens the friendship between China and Austria.
Environment
Earth Day 2026: Guangdong's ecological palette in full spectrum
On April 22 this year, Earth Day arrives in Guangdong against a backdrop that few outside the southern province of China might expect. Long defined by its breakneck urbanization and manufacturing might, Guangdong is now quietly writing a different story, one told not in GDP figures but in shades of green, blue, pink, and brown.
Guangdong
Guangdong's water allocation mega-project targets completion in 2031
​While global attention often focuses on skyscrapers, an even larger undertaking is taking shape deep underground in South China. The Guangdong Water Resources Allocation Project for the Beibu Gulf Region (环北部湾广东水资源配置工程) is now officially under full-speed construction.
Maoming
Secret behind fresh longan from Maoming available in April
In mid-April, while most longan trees in Guangdong are still developing flower spikes, orchards in Shayuan Town, Dianbai District, Maoming City, are already filled with the fragrance of ripe fruit.
Business
Maoming Tilapia exports jump nearly 40% in Q1
Maoming, known as China's "Tilapia Capital," saw its tilapia exports surge 39.2% year-on-year to 32,000 metric tons in the first quarter of 2026, according to customs statistics. The protein-rich "golden fish" is making a bigger splash on international dining tables as a flagship product of Guangdong's export expansion drive.
Biodiversity
New longhorn beetle species discovered in Yunkaishan National Nature Reserve
A new species of longhorn beetle, Prionus zhumingyui, has been discovered in the Guangdong Yunkaishan National Nature Reserve, according to a study recently published in the international journal Insects.
Agriculture
Pingshan Lychee: Sweetness nurtured by nature
Pingshan Lychee, nourished by mist curling off the reservoir, and touched by winds through the hills, is a gift bestowed by this land and water to the hardworking people who tend it.
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Zhaoqing
Zhaoqing Guangning bamboo-for-plastic substitution products shine at Canton Fair
The phase 2 of the 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) is in full swing. Leveraging this world-class trade platform, Guangning County in Zhaoqing City hosted on April 24 the Bamboo Industry Investment Promotion Conference and the "Guangdong Goods Going Global" Guangning Premium Products International Buyers Matchmaking Event.
Biodiversity
Legless lizard captured for the first time in Zhaoqing
Recently, a research team and volunteers captured the first-ever live footage of a white-tailed two-toed lizard in Zhaoqing, Guangdong Province. Despite its snake-like appearance, this creature is actually a unique member of the lizard family.
Zhaoqing
Zhaoqing Gaoyao hardware shines at Canton Fair
As the 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) opened on April 15, Gaoyao District in Zhaoqing capitalized on the global platform to host the Zhaoqing Gaoyao Hardware Industry Investment Promotion and Premium Products Showcase.
Zhaoqing
Egrets dance gracefully in an enchanting landscape
Egrets flutter gracefully, drifting lightly between clouds and water. Their movements are lithe and fluid, and they glide through the air with ease. A scene both elegant and captivating.
Cuisine
Tea Cake Festival celebrated for family reunion in Zhaoqing
On the eighth day of the Chinese New Year, the air in Songtang Village, Huilong Town, was thick with the scent of tradition. Here, locals gathered to celebrate the annual Chaguo Festival (Tea Cake Festival)—a vibrant display of culinary heritage and kinship.
Culture
A 2,000-person feast: How an ancient Guangdong village celebrates Chinese New Year
On February 13, a large open-air reunion dinner was held in the square of Kuanjiao Village, Huilong Town, Zhaoqing City, Guangdong, where 230 tables were set for nearly 2,000 residents to celebrate the Chinese New Year.
Travel
Zhaoqing blends ancient sites with new attractions in rural revitalization
The "Voices from the Towns" initiative arrived in Huilong Town, Zhaoqing, on December 20, highlighting how this rural community in Guangdong is combining cultural heritage with modern tourism.
Travel
A village of mystery and memories in Zhaoqing
An ancient village built on the slopes of Fenggang Mountain in Guangdong province reveals its most enigmatic feature: a layout resembling a massive Tai Chi Bagua.
Qingyuan
​Pukeng tea drives rural revitalization in Qingyuan
In the misty hills of Dakeng Village in Shitan Town, Qingxin District, Qingyuan, tea pickers move swiftly through rows of lush green bushes, gathering tender leaves during the spring harvest period.
Environment
Earth Day 2026: Guangdong's ecological palette in full spectrum
On April 22 this year, Earth Day arrives in Guangdong against a backdrop that few outside the southern province of China might expect. Long defined by its breakneck urbanization and manufacturing might, Guangdong is now quietly writing a different story, one told not in GDP figures but in shades of green, blue, pink, and brown.
Qingyuan
Canadian security guard inspired by popular Qingyuan videos plans retirement in China
A chance encounter at Canada's national public broadcaster, CBC, turned into a heartwarming testament to the power of social media and cultural connection.
Qingyuan
Flying carnival takes off at China's light aircraft championship
A four-day aviation carnival has begun in Qingyuan, northern Guangdong, as the 4th National Light Aircraft Championship opened on April 11.
Chaozhou
Chaozhou named one of China's "Sweet Cities"
The ancient city of Chaozhou in eastern Guangdong has been designated as one of China's top ten "Sweet Cities", according to a report released on April 13 by China Media Group with the support of the WaCLab of Nankai University.
Chaozhou
Chaozhou in bloom: A city alive with spring colors
​Spring has come to Chaozhou, gracing the city with mild weather and a profusion of blooms.
Chaozhou
Chaozhou Port zone eyes zero-carbon status to attract investment
Established in 1993, the Chaozhou Port Economic Development Zone encompasses the Chaozhou New Materials Industrial Park, a key site selected for the provincial initiative.
Chaozhou
Where light reaches, heart follows
As the morning light spills across the lake, the water ripples gently, while light and shadow move softly across the surface. The tenderness of this moment is enough to soothe away every trace of fatigue.
Transportation
2026 summer flight schedule for Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport unveiled
The 2026 summer schedule is now in full operation, with 28 airlines currently operating 74 routes. In terms of international connectivity, the airport maintains five regular routes reaching Bangkok (Suvarnabhumi), Singapore, Kuala Lumpur, Nha Trang, and Vientiane.
Travel
Guangdong sees nearly 20 million tourist visits during Qingming Festival holiday
​Guangdong Province recorded a strong surge in tourism during the three-day Qingming Festival holiday (April 4–6, 2026), receiving approximately 19.85 million visitors and generating 10.43 billion yuan (about USD 1.44 billion) in tourism revenue, according to official data from the Department of Culture and Tourism of Guangdong Province.
Jieyang
Jieyang airport expands network for 2026 summer season
Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport will launch its 2026 summer flight schedule on March 29, featuring 69 routes connecting 63 destinations. Additional seasonal flights are expected to be announced.
Transportation
Guangdong Airports roll out route expansion for 2026 summer-autumn season
Airports across Guangdong province are expanding air links for the 2026 summer-autumn season, with new routes and increased frequencies connecting the region to cities across Asia and within China.
Sports
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Yunfu
​Picking fresh jabuticaba in Yunfu's Yuncheng District
With the jabuticaba harvest season now underway, an orchard in Shuimutang, Muyang Village, Yuncheng District, Yunfu, has reopened to the public, attracting tourists eager for a hands-on picking experience.
Environment
Earth Day 2026: Guangdong's ecological palette in full spectrum
On April 22 this year, Earth Day arrives in Guangdong against a backdrop that few outside the southern province of China might expect. Long defined by its breakneck urbanization and manufacturing might, Guangdong is now quietly writing a different story, one told not in GDP figures but in shades of green, blue, pink, and brown.
Guangdong
Guangdong's water allocation mega-project targets completion in 2031
​While global attention often focuses on skyscrapers, an even larger undertaking is taking shape deep underground in South China. The Guangdong Water Resources Allocation Project for the Beibu Gulf Region (环北部湾广东水资源配置工程) is now officially under full-speed construction.
Video
Shanwei
Shanwei fishermen's songs revitalized through AI-assisted composition
The music video "Hai Feng Gui Fan" (Fishing Boats Return in the Sea Breeze, 海风归帆), created with AI-assisted composition, portrays the vibrant life and nostalgia of fishing families in Shanwei through a modern musical style. This piece draws on Shanwei's traditional fishermen's song melodies while introducing a fresh, narrative-driven style.
Shanwei fishermen's songs revitalized through AI-assisted composition
Sports
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Sports
Lang Lang's ultimate all-rounder earphones from Guangdong
One of the best ways to choose a pair of earphones is to see which ones are trusted by the world's top musicians. For example, Lang Lang, widely regarded as one of the greatest living pianists, uses a pair of earphones designed and manufactured in Guangdong for his highly demanding piano practice and training.
Lang Lang's ultimate all-rounder earphones from Guangdong
Guangdong
Every Guangdong city fights for glory
The Guangdong City Football Super League kicks off in a blaze of passion today. Each city brings its own flair. Every play ignites passion. Every Guangdong city fights for glory. For the honor of the city, for the simple love of the game, they give it their all.
Every Guangdong city fights for glory
Shanwei fishermen's songs revitalized through AI-assisted composition
Yunfu's footprints in Guangdong City Football League
Lang Lang's ultimate all-rounder earphones from Guangdong
Every Guangdong city fights for glory
China Xplained | Ahead of APEC meetings in Shenzhen, what journalists found in China's tech hub
Shenzhen
China Xplained | Ahead of APEC meetings in Shenzhen, what journalists found in China's tech hub
A delegation of journalists from APEC economies visited Shenzhen on Thursday, gaining a firsthand look at how the southern Chinese city has transformed into a global hub of innovation.
Over 200 Chinese and foreign IP experts gather in Foshan: What's the buzz about this PCT training?
Foshan
Over 200 Chinese and foreign IP experts gather in Foshan: What's the buzz about this PCT training?
On April 23, the training on the Patent Cooperation Treaty (PCT) system and global patent protection is being held in Foshan, Guangdong.
US plastic surgeon on China-US 'excellent partnership' behind AI glasses in Shenzhen
Technology
US plastic surgeon on China-US 'excellent partnership' behind AI glasses in Shenzhen
Dr. Frederick De Jacma, a US plastic surgeon who has lived in China for 23 years, is impressed by a pair of AI translation glasses developed through China-US collaboration. "When you take AI software engineers from Silicon Valley and combine them with manufacturing in China—you've got the ultimate product," he says.
Inside first drone zone at China's Canton Fair
Technology
Inside first drone zone at China's Canton Fair
Follow our Ukrainian friend Hanna Shepilova as she steps into the first-ever drone zone at the Canton Fair, one of the world's largest trade exhibitions, and takes on four unique missions that reveal how China's drone technology is shaping the future.
Comoros delegation impressed by Guangzhou's technological prowess and cultural heritage
Guangzhou
Comoros delegation impressed by Guangzhou's technological prowess and cultural heritage
A delegation composed of 15 members led by Mouhidine from the Convention for the Renewal of the Comoros visited Guangzhou from April 21 to 22. During their two-day visit of local exhibition center, tech firm and culture sites, members were stunned by the technological prowess and cultural heritage of the city.
Want to pet snakes and lizards? Come to Nanhai, Foshan! | Foshan What's On ⑤
Foshan
Want to pet snakes and lizards? Come to Nanhai, Foshan! | Foshan What's On ⑤
Have you ever touched a snake? Let's give it a try!
Maldivian official: China is setting an example for free trade
GBA
Maldivian official: China is setting an example for free trade
​Organized by the International Department of the CPC Central Committee, a special promotion called "Stories of CPC: Achievement of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area in Practicing Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era" was held on April 23.
Global buyers stream into Guangzhou, praising Canton Fair
Guangzhou
Global buyers stream into Guangzhou, praising Canton Fair
Since its opening on April 23, Phase 2 of the 139th Canton Fair in Guangzhou has seen a steady influx of international buyers. Immigration officers at Baiyun Immigration Inspection Station report a continuous flow of arrivals, with many overseas traders noting that Chinese products combine reliable quality with modern, trend-driven design. As one of the world's largest trade fairs, the Canton Fair continues to gain global recognition for its strengths in smart manufacturing and green innovation,
Picture
Photo | Shenzhen's only She ethnic village celebrates Sanyuesan festival
Photo | Shenzhen's only She ethnic village celebrates Sanyuesan festival
Hongluo Village is Shenzhen's sole ethnic minority village and one of the best-preserved sites for the She language in China. On the third day of the third lunar month, the village celebrates its grandest and most profound traditional festival, known locally as Sanyuesan.
Service robots showcased at Canton Fair
Service robots showcased at Canton Fair
An exhibition area for service robots is set up at the event, bringing together 46 enterprises to showcase technological innovations and application capabilities in China's service robot sector.
Drones at Canton Fair showcase low-altitude economy advances
Drones at Canton Fair showcase low-altitude economy advances
The 139th edition of the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, opened here on Wednesday, drawing a record number of over 32,000 participating enterprises.
6th CICPE showcases AI innovations
6th CICPE showcases AI innovations
Visitors wear smart glasses during the sixth China International Consumer Products Expo (CICPE) in Haikou, south China's Hainan Province, April 13, 2026. The ongoing sixth CICPE features groundbreaking innovations in artificial intelligence (AI). A wide range of new tech consumer products are showcased at the event, spanning multiple sectors including smart interaction, wearable devices, and smart healthcare.
People enjoy spring scenery during Qingming Festival holiday
People enjoy spring scenery during Qingming Festival holiday
Across China, people marked the Qingming Festival with both remembrance and renewal. While honoring ancestors, many also embraced the holiday break by enjoying spring outings—admiring blossoms, boating, painting, and spending time in parks.
People enjoy Qingming Festival holiday across China
People enjoy Qingming Festival holiday across China
People take boats at a park during the Qingming Festival holiday in east China's Shanghai, April 4, 2026.
Shenzhen launches "Park BOX" project to enrich residents' park experience
Shenzhen launches "Park BOX" project to enrich residents' park experience
Tourists read and enjoy food at a book bar of Shenzhen talent park in Shenzhen, south China's Guangdong Province, April 1, 2026.
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