From April 4 to 6, 2026, the 3rd "Global Bay Area Chorus Bridge" Sino-American Youth Choral Education Symposium was held in Guangzhou. Organized by Guangdong Experimental High School (GEHS), this event featured Francisco J. Núñez, artistic director of the Young People's Chorus of New York City (YPC), and Elizabeth Núñez, creative director of the YPC. They traveled to Guangzhou to lead a series of in-person workshops, making the seminar a vibrant platform for exchange and collaboration.
Recently, the mission titled "Public Transport Electrification and Battery Second-Life Utilization System", submitted by Guangzhou Public Transport Group, was selected as one of the first ten missions under the "Cities Countdown to 2030" initiative launched by United Cities and Local Governments (UCLG), and featured in the Driving Global Transformation through Local Ambition -- The First Cities Countdown to 2030 Missions Portfolio.
From April 6 to 30, Ethiopian Airlines will increase flight frequencies between Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong Province and a major commercial hub in southern China, and Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia and a key gateway to Africa, as travel demand rises ahead of the Canton Fair.
"I think the past 25 years have been really successful for both our cities in terms of collaboration and through education," said Mayor Michallat in a conversation with South. He added, "I'm hoping and I'm sure they will continue to be even better going forward into the future."
China Southern Airlines has recently announced plans to open new international routes and increase flight frequencies as part of its 2026 summer–autumn schedule, expanding connections between China and destinations in Europe, Central Asia and Australia.
China Southern Airlines has resumed flights between Riyadh and Guangzhou after disruptions to regional aviation following recent military tensions in the Middle East.
The First Senior Officials' Meeting and Related Meetings (SOM1), the first event of APEC China 2026, were being held in Guangzhou from February 1 to February 10. It marks the official opening of the APEC China Year. This year-long process will culminate in November, with the economic leaders' meeting.
The First Senior Officials' Meeting and Related Meetings (SOM1), the first event of APEC China 2026, were being held in Guangzhou from February 1 to February 10.
A press conference on preparations and security measures for the first 2026 APEC senior officials' meeting and related meetings was held in Guangzhou on January 29.
The Liede Dragon Boat Team from Guangzhou's Tianhe District achieved a historic victory at the 186th Auckland Anniversary Day Regatta on January 26, winning the mixed small boat category and securing strong results in other events. This marked the first participation by a Chinese team in the regatta's history.
A team of pancreatic surgeons from Hôpital Privé Jean Mermoz in Lyon, France, recently concluded a five-day visit, from January 11 to 15, to the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University (FAH-SYSU) in Guangzhou, Guangdong. They engaged in in-depth discussions and observations on robotic-assisted pancreatic surgical techniques and their clinical applications.
The Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall resonated with a blend of youthful harmonies and cross-cultural warmth on the evening of January 11, as the Utah-based One Voice Children's Choir concluded their China tour with a New Year's concert.
Guangzhou launched its first long-haul cruise route to Southeast Asia on January 7, marking a new step in the city's cruise tourism ambitions.
In 2025, Guangzhou didn't just open its doors—it ignited a new era of global connectivity. By fully leveraging the power of foreign affairs, we have injected vibrant momentum into the city's high-quality development, positioning Guangzhou as a premier gateway for international exchange. Our global network is more active than ever, reinforcing Guangzhou's stature as a world-class international hub.
On Dec 20, the 2025 Guangzhou Technology Enterprises Going Global Exchange was successfully held at Guangzhou GT Park. The event was hosted by the Guangzhou International Cooperation Center(GICC), under the guidance of the Guangzhou Foreign Affairs Office and Guangzhou Science and Technology Bureau.
Nestled in the heart of Guangzhou's Tianhe Central Business District, Liede International Neighborhood stands as a vibrant bridge between the city's ancient roots and its global future.
Traveling with pets has become simpler for passengers in China, thanks to the country's first dedicated pet terminal at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport. Since opening in May 2025, the facility has served hundreds of owners by combining check-in, paperwork, and pet care under one roof, reducing wait times and providing tailored support for animals.
A direct air route between China and Nauru could be launched as early as the first quarter of 2026, the chairman of Nauru Airlines, Charleston Dedenu Deiye, said on December 15 during a visit to Guangzhou as part of a broader China–Nauru friendship initiative.
A direct air route between China and Nauru could be launched as early as the first quarter of 2026, the chairman of Nauru Airlines, Charleston Dedenu Deiye, said on December 15 during a visit to Guangzhou as part of a broader China–Nauru friendship initiative.
The APEC Informal Senior Officials' Meeting was held in Shenzhen, Guangdong, from December 11 to 12. This event—the first China held as the host of the 2026 APEC—marks the opening of the APEC “China Year.” Deputy Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu attended and addressed the meeting. Positive outcomes were achieved at the meeting.
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