Guangzhou and World

2026-09-18

The first session of the 7th Guangzhou Award Seminar on Learning from Urban Innovation: Digital governance & smart urban innovation

This session focused on how cities can enhance governance efficiency and improve public services through digital governance, smart technologies, and innovative approaches, while addressing complex urban development challenges and strengthening urban resilience.

2026-09-18

The second session of the 7th Guangzhou Award Seminar on Learning from Urban Innovation: Social inclusion, community well-being and just transition

The session focused on how cities can enhance residents' well-being, reduce social inequalities, and ensure that no one is left behind through inclusive policies, community participation, and social innovation.

2026-09-17

Foreign think tank delegation explores Guangzhou's tech, cultural heritage

A think tank delegation from Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries visited Guangzhou on September 15 to learn about the city's low-altitude economy and experience its traditional culture, with stops in Huangpu District and the historic Yongqing Fang neighborhood.

2026-09-16

International Seminar on Learning from Urban Innovation for 7th Guangzhou Award kicks off

From September 15 to 17, representatives of 15 shortlisted initiatives from around the world will present their initiatives, engage in discussions, and respond to questions from the Jury and online participants as part of the final evaluation process.

2026-09-11

Two Guangzhou parks win international award

Guangzhou Children's Park and Guangzhou Yuexiu Park in China's Guangdong Province have won the 2026 Large Urban Parks Award from World Urban Parks (WUP), a global organization for urban parks, open spaces and recreation.

2026-09-09

Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou innovation cluster tops Global Innovation Index again

The Shenzhen-Hong Kong-Guangzhou innovation cluster continues to rank first in the Global Innovation Index (GII) cluster study for the second consecutive year, according to the latest report released by the World Intellectual Property Organization on September 8.

2026-09-09

Visit Highlights of Asia‑Pacific Media Forum (Guangzhou‑Foshan Route)

Media representatives and thought leaders from across the Asia-Pacific region gathered in Guangzhou and Foshan for a city tour from September 2 to 4, 2026, as part of the Asia-Pacific Media Forum. The journey was nothing short of a dialogue between epochs.

2026-09-08

British Chamber of Commerce South China marks 30 years in Guangzhou

The British Chamber of Commerce South China, formerly the British Chamber of Commerce Guangdong, held its 30th anniversary gala at the Garden Hotel in Guangzhou on September 5. Business leaders, diplomatic envoys, government representatives and guests from across China and the United Kingdom gathered to mark the milestone.

2026-09-08

Air Canada to launch year-round Vancouver-Guangzhou flights in May 2027

Air Canada will launch a year-round nonstop service between Vancouver and Guangzhou on May 4, 2027.

2026-09-03

APEC economies delegations wow Guangdong tech

A tech tour for the 32nd APEC Small and Medium Enterprises Ministerial Meeting was arranged in Guangzhou on September 1.

2026-08-31

Rafał Kosik's cyber inspiration journey in Guangzhou

For a science-fiction writer, the future is usually something to be imagined. But for Polish author Rafał Kosik, a recent journey through Guangzhou offered a chance to experience some of it firsthand.

2026-08-18

Fencing for friendship: China-US college fencers gather in Guangzhou

More than 100 fencers from 17 Chinese and American universities gathered at Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou on August 13–14 for the 2026 China-U.S. College Fencing Invitational and People-to-People Exchange Camp.

2026-08-14

Chinese bank to help Turkish enterprises tap into business opportunities at the Canton Fair

These services cover core areas such as cross-border settlement, trade finance, credit enhancement, and exchange rate hedging, while also offering value-added services like business matchmaking and policy consultation. By establishing end-to-end financial support for Turkish companies exhibiting and conducting trade in China, the bank aims to help them seize business opportunities at the fair.

2026-08-12

Youth from over 40 countries gather in Guangzhou for HKUST summer camp

Hosted by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), or HKUST(GZ), the camp is one of the flagship events marking HKUST's 35th anniversary. The international participants are joined by HKUST students and HKUST(GZ)'s 2026 undergraduate intake.

2026-08-12

Guangzhou student helps China U19 finish 8th at World Championship Underwater Hockey

The 2026 CMAS World Championship Underwater Hockey was held in Türkiye in July 2026. The Chinese U19 Underwater Hockey National Team—featuring Liu Kaiqi, a student from Guangzhou No. 17 Middle School—competed through several intense rounds and ultimately achieved an outstanding eighth-place finish.

2026-08-06

Kenya opens Consulate General in Guangzhou

Kenya officially inaugurated its Consulate General in Guangzhou on August 4, expanding its diplomatic presence in southern China, one of China's most dynamic economic regions.

2026-07-29

Pakistan-China Silk Road Mango Festival 2026 held in Guangzhou

The Consulate General of Pakistan in Guangzhou hosted the Pakistan-China Silk Road Mango Festival 2026 at the Guangzhou Soluxe Hotel on July 26.

2026-07-29

Guangzhou mayor meets Myanmar ambassador to China, eyes closer cooperation

Guangzhou Mayor Sun Zhiyang met with Zaw Win Myint, Ambassador of Myanmar to China, and his delegation on July 25. The two sides pledged to deepen cooperation in trade, industry and people-to-people exchanges.

2026-07-20

Guangzhou's fashion brands secure bulk orders at 2026 Asia Fashion (Thailand) Show

Participating companies showcased the full spectrum of Guangzhou's fashion ecosystem—from apparel and handbags to cosmetics, accessories, and leather goods—engaging in precision sourcing talks with buyers across Southeast Asia.

2026-07-20

U.S. Flying Tigers Legacy Delegation falls for giant pandas in Guangzhou

On July 18, the Flying Tigers Legacy Delegation from the United States visited Guangzhou Zoo for a panda education program and got up close with giant pandas. For many of the American students, educators, and young professionals, it was the highlight of their trip.