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2026-04-24

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.

2026-04-20

139th Canton Fair opens in Guangzhou with over 32,000 exhibitors, breaking previous records

The 139th edition of the Canton Fair kicked off on April 15 in Guangzhou, setting a new historic benchmark with over 32,000 participating enterprises.

2026-04-17

China Xplained | Why Chinese yuan is preferred in transactions at Canton Fair

The 139th session of the Canton Fair, officially known as the China Import and Export Fair, opened this April in Guangzhou, attracting more than 210,000 overseas buyers from around the world.

2026-04-17

Global journalists tour Guangzhou, unpacking the city's success in trade and technology

On April 15, 86 journalists from 52 media outlets representing countries including China, the United States, Russia, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and Japan gathered in Guangzhou for an in-depth press tour.

2026-04-15

139th Canton Fair kicks off—drones make their debut on the sky stage

In phase 1, sections of consumer and agricultural drones debuted at this year's Canton Fair. Flight shows drew global buyers with innovative applications from agriculture to entertainment, showcasing the fast development of the low-altitude economy in China.

2026-04-15

139th Canton Fair kicks off in Guangzhou on April 15, welcoming buyers from across the world

The 139th Canton Fair opened on April 15 in Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, marking a significant milestone in global trade innovation, with nine newly added exhibition sections introduced this edition.

2026-04-13

139th Canton Fair debuts nine new exhibition sections

On April 10, the Ministry of Commerce of China held a special press conference on the 139th Canton Fair, announcing that this session of the Fair will debut nine new exhibition sections and is poised to break previous records in total exhibition area, the number of booths, and the number of participating enterprises.

2026-04-13

US-China Business Council sends high-level delegation to Guangdong as U.S. enterprises expand investment

This delegation marks the largest and highest-level group ever sent by the USCBC in its 53-year history, underscoring the strong confidence U.S. businesses have in both Guangdong and the broader Chinese market.

2026-04-13

Guangzhou launches three-year plan to boost foreign buyer access in wholesale markets

Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, unveiled a three-year action plan on April 8 aimed at making it easier for international buyers to source goods from the city's renowned specialized wholesale markets.

2026-04-09

Canton Fair to debut drone zones, spotlighting low-altitude economy

From April 15 to 19, the first phase of the 139th Canton Fair is set to reach new heights with the debut of two specialized exhibition zones dedicated to the burgeoning low-altitude economy.

2026-04-09

37th Guangdong Fashion Week to kick off in Guangzhou with multiple AI-immersive shows

During the event, more than 60 themed activities will be presented across five major sections: debut runway shows, innovation empowerment, supply-demand matchmaking, cross-sector integration, and fashion consumption.

2026-04-09

Guangdong helps realize your ZXMOTO Dream in just one week

While ZXMOTO's historic WSBK victory continues to make waves globally, Guangdong, with an unrivaled industrial chain, can help anyone realize their "ZXMOTO Dream" with a similar vision in just one week.

2026-04-07

Guangzhou launches digital platform to simplify exports for small businesses

Guangzhou has launched "Yue Trade Link" (Yuemaotong粤贸通), the city's first fully digital public service platform to support small and micro exporters of Chinese goods.

2026-04-07

Guangdong's "Crisp Candy" becomes sought-after globally

What started as one hotel receptionist's quest for a beloved Chinese candy has turned into an international sensation.

2026-04-01

Service robot zone to unveil "black tech" at 139th Canton Fair

The 139th Canton Fair has unveiled the lineup for its hotly anticipated service robot zone. The exhibition, spanning 4,200 square meters at the Canton Fair Complex, will run from April 15 to 19.

2026-04-01

Guangzhou's most expensive commute to go toll-free in August after 25 years

One of Guangzhou's busiest urban expressways will stop charging tolls from August 7 this year, marking the end of a tolling period that has lasted more than 25 years.

2026-03-30

Canton Fair tightens rules for overseas buyer aides interpreters ahead of 139th session

To maintain a streamlined entry process, the Fair emphasizes that the application must be initiated exclusively by the overseas buyer through the official Canton Fair website.

2026-03-26

Data Explorer | Construction begins on Guangzhou new airport project

Construction of the Guangzhou new airport project began on March 25 at Gaoming, a site about 60 km southwest of central Guangzhou and within an hour's drive of major cities, including central Foshan, Zhaoqing, and Jiangmen. The project is aimed at expanding capacity and improving balance within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area's aviation network.

2026-03-24

Guangdong expands cross-border trade facilitation pilot cities to five

Since March 2026, the General Administration of Customs of China has launched a nationwide cross-border trade facilitation campaign across 45 cities. In Guangdong, the number of pilot cities has increased to five, adding Zhuhai and Foshan to the existing Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan

2026-03-23

Second homegrown large cruise ship undocked, set for Guangzhou Nansha

China's second domestically built large cruise ship was undocked in Shanghai on March 20, moving a step closer to sea trials and final delivery as the country expands its push into the cruise tourism market.

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