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2026-06-05

RCEP marks 3rd anniversary: Guangdong firms' import tariff savings hit 1.4 bln yuan

June 2026 marks the third anniversary of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) entering into force. Guangdong's foreign trade enterprises have benefited from RCEP tariff concessions for three consecutive years, with cumulative tariff savings totaling 1.4 billion yuan.

2026-06-02

Guangzhou plans to raise per capita GDP to $30,000 by 2030

The regional GDP of Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, is expected to reach about 4.5 trillion yuan ($660 billion), with a per capita GDP exceeding $30,000 by 2030, according to the city's outline of the 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-30) for national economic and social development.

2026-06-01

Keel laying ceremony held for Malaysia's first electric ferries in Nansha, Guangzhou

A keel-laying ceremony for two fully electric ferries (hereinafter referred to as "the Ferries") built by Ocean Crown Technology Co., Ltd. (hereinafter referred to as "Ocean Crown") was held at the shipyard in Nansha District, Guangzhou on May 29, marking the official start of hull assembly for the vessel project.

2026-05-26

Guangdong delegation secures over 10 billion yuan in deals at 22nd ICIF

The Guangdong delegation secured more than 10 billion yuan in deals during the 22nd China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF), which closed on May 25 in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province.

2026-05-26

2026 GITF concludes in Guangzhou, showcasing global confidence in China's tourism market

The 2026 Guangzhou International Travel Fair (GITF) concluded in Guangzhou on May 23, highlighting the strong recovery momentum of China's tourism industry and the growing appeal of the country's travel market to both international businesses and local consumers.

2026-05-15

Guangzhou launches 20 billion yuan aerospace fund, invites global partners

Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province, announced the launch of a 20 billion yuan (target size) aerospace industry investment fund on May 13, during a low-altitude economy investment promotion event held in the city.

2026-05-15

Pulse of modern trade: A piece of cargo's journey from Canton Fair to world via Nansha Port

For Giselle Bonet, a veteran Venezuelan buyer with over a decade of experience in China, the Canton Fair has always been a place of opportunity.

2026-05-15

Foreign diplomats tour XPENG factory, tempted to place orders

That exchange captured the atmosphere as diplomats from nine countries visited XPENG's Guangzhou smart manufacturing base on May 13 during the 2026 "Discover China Cultural Tour." After exploring Guangdong's cultural heritage, the diplomats stepped into another side of the province—its rapidly growing technology and electric vehicle (EV) industry.

2026-05-14

Guangzhou unveils dedicated platforms to bolster trade services for Africa

Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province, launched "two centers and four platforms" on May 11 to facilitate trade coordination and cultural exchange between Guangzhou and Africa, according to the Guangzhou Municipal Commerce Bureau.

2026-05-14

Guangdong foreign trade jumps 18.4% in first 4 months

Guangdong maintained double-digit foreign trade growth in the first four months of the year, with total imports and exports reaching 3.49 trillion yuan, up 18.4% year-on-year.

2026-05-12

Guangzhou's Haizhu launches AI scene trading platform

Haizhu District in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province has officially launched an artificial intelligence scene trading platform, with an initial batch of 49 scene orders valued at more than 13 million yuan ($1.8 million), according to China News Service.

2026-05-08

Guangzhou's intended orders from ASEAN countries surge 23.3% at 139th Canton Fair

During the 139th Canton Fair, held from April 15 to May 5 in Guangzhou, capital of Guangdong Province, the city's intended transaction volume with ASEAN markets rose 23.3% year on year, according to the Guangzhou Municipal Commerce Bureau on May 6. Buyers from Vietnam, Malaysia, Thailand and other ASEAN countries were the main drivers of the order growth.

2026-05-06

Data Explorer | China's zero-tariff policy for 53 African nations to boost Guangdong-Africa cooperation

The policy covers 100% of tariff lines, marking the latest step in China's gradual opening to African exports. Since introducing partial zero tariffs for the least developed African countries in 2005, China has steadily widened access. China granted full tariff exemption to 33 least developed partners in December 2024. The latest move extends that benefit to all African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations.

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.

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