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2025-07-30

Guangzhou conducts citywide mosquito control operations in two daily sessions

On July 28, the Guangzhou Municipal Health Commission announced that the city has launched a comprehensive mosquito control campaign. All districts in Guangzhou will carry out unified mosquito control operations from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., aiming to effectively lower the mosquito population density.

2025-07-30

11 key questions about chikungunya fever

Chikungunya fever is a viral illness caused by the chikungunya virus, primarily transmitted through the bites of Aedes mosquitoes. Its main symptoms include fever, rash, and joint and muscle pain. While most patients recover within a week, 30%-40% may experience persistent joint pain lasting months or even years, significantly affecting their long-term quality of life.

2025-07-29

Guangzhou Metro tries out keeping turnstiles always open

Guangzhou Metro is piloting always-open turnstiles at Line 11’s Huajing Road Station, allowing passengers to tap their ticket, card, or scan a QR code and walk through without waiting for the turnstile doors to close and reopen.

2025-07-29

Guangzhou's bonded logistics foreign trade up by nearly 30% in H1 2025

Guangzhou's trade volume of bonded logistics reached RMB56.65 billion, up 29.9% year-on-year in the first half of 2025, contributing 13.6% to the city's total foreign trade growth, according to customs data.

2025-07-29

Chikungunya surge in Guangdong: What mosquito repellents you can take on metro?

From July 20 to July 26, a total of 2,940 local Chikungunya fever cases were reported across Guangdong, with no severe or fatal cases noted, according to an announcement released by the Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Prevention and Control on July 27.

2025-07-28

One-Stop Tax Refund: How to claim purchases from 600+ Guangzhou stores in minutes

Recently, Guangzhou launched its first "centralized instant tax refund upon purchase" point for overseas travelers at Parc Central in Tianhe District. The service point can process tax refunds for overseas travelers' purchases at any of the over 600 tax-free stores across all 11 districts of Guangzhou. Travelers only need to follow five simple steps to get a tax refund of up to RMB 20,000 within minutes.

2025-07-28

Guangzhou issues list of designated hospitals for dengue and chikungunya fever treatment

From July 26 to August 1, Guangzhou will launch a citywide anti-mosquito campaign to curb the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.

2025-07-28

How can we prevent chikungunya fever?

Guangdong Province is experiencing extreme heat and frequent rainfall, accelerating mosquito breeding and leading to a surge in mosquito-borne diseases. Five key measures to prevent chikungunya fever are outlined below.

2025-07-25

Guangzhou companies see increase in foreign trade

Companies under the jurisdiction of Guangzhou Customs in South China's Guangdong province hit a foreign trade volume of more than 145 billion yuan ($20.28 billion) with European Union in the first half of the year.

2025-07-25

Italian musical The Divine Comedy to grace finale of 2025 Guangzhou Art Season

On the occasion of the 55th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between China and Italy, the acclaimed Italian epic musical "The Divine Comedy" will take the stage at the Guangzhou Opera House from August 7 to 10, serving as the grand finale of the 2025 Guangzhou Art Season.

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

Youth delegates from Italy's Padova explore Guangzhou, strengthening global ties

A group of 25 inquisitive minds from Padova, Italy, dived into vibrant Guangzhou! For most, it was their first-ever trip to China.

2025-07-24

World's first fully certified ton-class eVTOL delivered to Guangzhou

A leading developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft delivered a ton-class aircraft on Tuesday, marking a major advancement in the utilization of large eVTOLs.

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.

2025-07-23

Guangdong rolls out measures to combat mosquito-borne diseases amid surge in cases

The Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Guangdong CDC) issued an urgent public health alert on July 21, urging residents to enhance preventive measures against the outbreaks of Chikungunya fever and the rapid escalation of dengue fever cases.

2025-07-23

Guangzhou Baiyun Airport sees steady growth in 2025

The airport handled a total of 266,000 flights from January to June, with passenger throughput reaching 40.36 million, marking year-on-year increases of 7.0 percent and 9.2 percent respectively.

2025-07-22

Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra unveils 2025/2026 Season with expanded offerings

The Guangzhou Symphony Orchestra (GSO), in partnership with the Xinghai Concert Hall, officially announced its 2025/2026 Season at a press conference on July 19, 2025.

2025-07-22

Guangzhou sees surge in drone exports

Drone makers in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, exported more than 6,100 drones in the first five months, up 252 percent year-on-year, and achieved a record for the period, according to a statement released by the municipal commerce bureau of the provincial capital.

2025-07-22

Runway show under Canton Tower highlights fashion in Guangzhou

On the evening of July 18th, the Canton Tower, the city's iconic landmark, transformed into a dazzling open-air runway. The 2025 Canton Tower International Fashion Festival officially opened at the Canton Tower Plaza, with multiple fashion brands showcasing the beauty of fashion against the striking urban backdrop.