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2026-01-05

Full text: Chinese President Xi Jinping's 2026 New Year message

On New Year's Eve, Chinese President Xi Jinping delivered his 2026 New Year message through China Media Group and the internet.

2026-01-12

How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②

What does "home" mean when you live halfway across the world? In this episode of My Home in GBA, we visit Wim Peeters, the Consul General of Belgium in Guangzhou. He invites us into his life in Guangzhou—a story built piece by piece from the city's rich history and warm community.

2026-01-12

Check Before You Fly: Airlines to relocate at Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport as Terminal 1 closes for renovation

The Terminal 1 (T1) of Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport will cease operations for renovation from January 22, according to the airport's latest announcements. Airlines currently operating from T1 will be relocated in phases to Terminals 2 and 3.

2026-01-12

Canton Fair Complex to launch "one-click navigation" smart system in 2026

The Canton Fair Complex will unveil a new smart navigation system during its 140th session to better guide exhibitors and buyers, officials announced in Guangzhou on January 8.

2026-01-09

Four Guangzhou cycling routes named among China's top 100

Recently, the Chinese Cycling Association released the "2025 China Cycling Map", featuring 100 premium cycling routes nationwide. Guangdong Province has 8 routes selected, ranking among the top in the country. Among them, 4 routes are located in Zengcheng, Huadu and Conghua districts of Guangzhou, providing fantastic options for cycling enthusiasts.

2026-01-09

Interest in Türkiye soars among Chinese tourists after introduction of visa-free entry

Türkiye has introduced visa-free entry for Chinese citizens who hold ordinary passports and enter for the purpose of tourism or transit. The new policy, effective on Jan. 2, 2026, has ignited interest among Chinese tourists.

2026-01-09

Guangdong hosts over 20,000 international students, boosting education hub status

Guangdong had more than 20,000 foreign students by the end of 2025, with 105 universities approved to enroll international students, the province's education authorities said at a press conference on January 7. The figures were released as part of a broader review of Guangdong's education development during China's 14th Five-Year Plan period, which runs from 2021 to 2025.

2026-01-09

Guangzhou launches first long-haul Southeast Asia cruise as Nansha port tops 2 million passengers

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.

2026-01-08

New direct flight links Guangzhou with Vietnam's Haiphong

A new direct flight connecting Guangzhou, capital of South China's Guangdong Province, with Haiphong, Vietnam, was launched on January 6th.

2026-01-08

BBC documentary captures Guangdong's wild side

A three-episode nature documentary showcasing the biodiversity of South China's Guangdong province premiered on domestic and overseas video platforms last month.

2026-01-07

Maldives International Business Center launched in Guangzhou's Nansha

The Maldives International Business Center was officially inaugurated on January 5 in Nansha, Guangzhou, marking a significant step in strengthening economic ties between China's Greater Bay Area and the Maldives.

2026-01-07

Guangzhou creates over 1.66 million urban jobs during 14th Five-Year Plan

Guangzhou, a major economic hub in southern China, has achieved remarkable results in employment promotion during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), with newly added urban jobs exceeding 1.66 million, ranking first in Guangdong Province, according to a recent announcement by the city's human resources and social security authority.

2026-01-06

China-made Into the Mortal World debuts in theaters in Vietnam

The Vietnamese version of the Chinese animated film Into the Mortal World, or Luofanchen, hit theaters in Vietnam last month, becoming the first film from the Chinese mainland to be released in the Southeast Asian country in six years, following the release of Ne Zha in 2019.

2026-01-06

Guangdong implements "one registration valid for 3 days" policy for outpatient clinics

Starting January 1, 2026, all public medical institutions in Guangdong have implemented the "one registration valid for 3 days" service for general outpatient visits. Patients can receive free follow-up consultations in the same department within three days of the initial visit for test result interpretation and subsequent diagnosis without the need to re-register, saving both time and costs.

2026-01-06

Chinese economist: Economic globalization ushers in new 2.0 version in 2026

"Globalization is ushering in a new 2.0 version," noted Cao Yuanzheng, former chief economist of the Bank of China.

2026-01-05

Airline cancels flight from Guangzhou to Caracas amid turmoil

Venezuela's national flag carrier, Conviasa Airlines, has cancelled a scheduled flight from Guangzhou in Guangdong to the Venezuelan capital city of Caracas citing force majeure, the carrier said, disrupting what is believed to be the only direct air link between China and Venezuela.

2026-01-05

Guangdong wins 44th Guangdong-Hong Kong Cup in penalty shootout

The second leg of the 44th Guangdong-Hong Kong Cup concluded on Saturday at the newly-built Nansha Greater Bay Area Cultural and Sports Center Stadium in Guangzhou, with the Guangdong team taking home the championship.

2026-01-05

Guangzhou's premier plum blossom spots reach peak bloom

While Guangzhou lacks the icy winter scenes of the north, the city welcomes its own seasonal "snow" as plum blossoms come into bloom. As January unfolds, parks and scenic spots across Guangzhou transform into fragrant seas of flowers, inviting residents and visitors to enjoy the spectacle.

2026-01-05

Street interview in Guangzhou: How's your 2025 and what's your 2026 wishes?

As 2025 comes to an end, what has the past year meant for expats living in Guangzhou? For those who have spent years in the city, it might be about trying new things with family in familiar places. For newcomers, it might be a year of firsts and new experiences. So as 2026 approaches, what are people looking forward to?

2026-01-05

China and Oceania: Economic cooperation anchors shared growth with Pacific Island Countries

Following the third China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers' Meeting in May 2025, China's relationships with nations across Oceania have entered a phase of stable and pragmatic development, driven primarily by economic interdependence and a distinct development model that resonates with regional partners.