Guangzhou and World

2025-09-11

Guangzhou hosts ACI World Summit on the future of airport experience

A major gathering of aviation executives and airport leaders opened in Guangzhou on September 10, marking the first time Airports Council International (ACI) World's Airport Experience Summit has been held in China.

2025-09-11

Guangzhou wows foreign representatives with advanced technology

On September 9, representatives from foreign friendship cities and organizations of Guangdong Province visited key industries in Nansha District, Guangzhou, the provincial capital.

2025-09-08

Speaker of the National Parliament of East Timor visits Guangzhou

Fernanda Lay expressed that the visit provided her with a more direct understanding of China's advancements in green and smart energy development, intelligent manufacturing, and the application of new materials.

2025-09-08

St. Petersburg press corps visits Guangzhou, exploring ecological and cultural advancements

On September 5, a delegation of Russian mainstream media professionals from St. Petersburg paid a field visit to Guangzhou, focusing on ecological governance and cultural innovation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

2025-09-05

Mayor of Guangzhou meets with delegation led by Australian Ambassador to China

On the morning of September 4, Sun Zhiyang, Mayor of the Guangzhou Municipal People's Government, met with the delegation led by H.E. Mr. Scott Robert Dewar, the Australian Ambassador to China.

2025-09-01

"Thai Street Vibes" festival opened in Guangzhou celebrating 50 years of Thailand-China ties

Visitors can explore over 30 stalls featuring authentic Thai street food, beverages, rice, sauces, and snacks, alongside traditional performances including Muay Thai demonstrations and classical dance.

2025-08-20

Guangzhou hosts 200 international students for cultural exchange

Nearly 200 university students from around the world visited Guangzhou this week as part of a cultural exchange program aimed at strengthening ties between young people and promoting international friendship.

2025-08-19

Books as bridge between China and Vietnam: Vietnamese CG on 2025 Southern China Book Fair

Nguyen Viet Dung, Vietnamese Consul General in Guangzhou, emphasized Guangdong's crucial role as a bridge in deepening China-Vietnam cultural ties during this significant year, marking the 75th anniversary of diplomatic relations between the two countries and the China-Vietnam Year of People-to-People Exchanges.

2025-08-14

Blue Book cites Guangzhou as leading hub for foreign investment

Guangzhou Academy of Social Sciences (GZASS) published a Blue Book titled Annual Report on City Internationalization of Guangzhou (2025)on August 12. This book aims to provide insight into Guangzhou’s development in 2024.

2025-08-13

ASEAN SMEs Association opens (Guangzhou) Nansha Office to forge new ties

The ASEAN SMEs Economy and Trade Association (ASMETA) inaugurated its China office at Nansha's Chuangxiang Bay HK-Macao Business Association Hub in Guangzhou on August 11.

2025-08-13

Enjoy Nepal's rich culture and craftsmanship at Guangzhou Library

On August 9, "Across the Himalayas: The Symphony of Nature and Culture in Nepal" opened at the Multicultural Library on the 8th floor, north wing of Guangzhou Library.

2025-08-13

Youths from 31 countries partake in HKUST (GZ)'s PLACE Summer Camp

On August 11, the summer camp on the Playshop for Language and Cultural Exchange (PLACE) organized by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) (HKUST-GZ) opened with nearly 150 youths from 31 countries joining HKUST-GZ's over 400 freshmen from the 2025 undergraduate cohorts.

2025-08-12

Daughter of Kazakh musician visits Guangzhou and praises its brilliant music

On August 10, Baldyrgan Baikadamova, the daughter of Kazakh musician Bakhytzhan Baikadamov, visited Panyu District in Guangzhou with her family. They toured Guangdong Music Museum in Shawan Ancient Town, Xinghai Children's Palace, and Xinghai Park, where music served as a bridge to continue the older generation's friendship and to initiate a cross-border cultural dialogue.

2025-08-01

Youth from GBA and LA play water polo, give gifts, plant tree to enhance friendship

On July 31, the Southern California Chinese Youth Water Polo Team continued its visit to Guangzhou for exchanges.

2025-07-31

Guangzhou meets LA: A water polo match that sparks friendship

On July 29, the US Southern California Chinese American Youth Water Polo Team and Guangzhou Youth Water Polo Team met for a friendship match at the Guangdong Olympic Sports Center. It was a close and exciting game. The team from Southern California won by just one point, 13 to 12.

2025-07-25

European Youth Leaders explore self-driving & AI firms to meet a hi-tech Guangzhou

Hi-tech, development, and cooperation—these terms were echoed by young entrepreneurs from over 10 European countries after their first stop on the "Bridge to the Future European Youth Leaders Tour to the Greater Bay Area" on July 23.

2025-07-24

Guangdong film selected for Venice International Film Festival’s main competition for the first time

The 82nd Venice International Film Festival unveiled its In Competition lineup on July 22, with The Sun Rises On Us All, produced by Guangzhou-based Qianlu Pictures, securing a spot. It marks the first time a film from Guangdong has been selected for the festival's main competition.

2025-07-24

Hawaii legislators dissect agri-tech synergies as in Guangzhou, tackling shared challenges

On July 22, marking the 40th anniversary of Guangdong-Hawaii sister-state relations, a delegation of Hawaii state legislators visited Guangzhou to deepen agricultural and educational collaboration.

2025-07-22

Guangdong brews Hawaiian coffee exchange for 40th twinning milestone

On July 21, the "Round Table Discussion & Hawaii Coffee Tasting" convened in Guangzhou, Guangdong, celebrating four decades of twinning between Guangdong Province and Hawaii. Delegates from the Hawaii State Legislature joined representatives of Guangdong's coffee and e-commerce sectors, with multiple Hawaiian Arabica coffee varieties showcased at the event.

2025-07-21

China Southern Airlines to launch direct Guangzhou–Riyadh route in September

China Southern Airlines will launch a new direct route between Guangzhou and Riyadh starting September 2, further expanding its footprint in the Middle East during the peak summer travel season.