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2026-06-12

The 7th Guangzhou Award to announce Shortlisted and Exemplary Urban Innovation Initiatives in Tangier

The Release of the Shortlist of the 7th Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation (Guangzhou Award) will take place on 25 June 2026 in Tangier, Morocco, announcing 15 Shortlisted Initiatives and 30 Exemplary Initiatives.

2026-06-12

Guangzhou launches global campaign for professional wholesale markets

Guangzhou, the capital city of Guangdong Province, officially launched a global outreach campaign for its professional wholesale markets on June 9, marking the beginning of regular, large-scale overseas promotional initiatives for premium products from the city's wholesale market in the months ahead.

2026-06-11

Guangdong spotlights 10 Beautiful China Signature Sites

The 2026 China Eco-Culture Forum kicked off in Guangzhou on Thursday, unveiling the first batch of "Top 100 Beautiful China Signature Sites" across the country, with 10 selected from Guangdong to mark the province's strides in ecological restoration and cultural preservation.

2026-06-11

Tianhe District launches month-long Dragon Boat Festival with 100+ events

Tianhe District in Guangzhou is preparing for a month-long series of dragon boat events leading up to the Dragon Boat Festival, with more than 100 events scheduled across its waterways.

2026-06-10

June 2026 calendar | Must-attend fairs in Guangdong

In June 2026, Guangdong is hosting a series of vibrant fairs covering a wide range of fields, including cross-border e-commerce, robotics, Cantonese culture, and more. Whether you are an industry professional, a tech enthusiast, or a culture lover, there is an event for you!

2026-06-10

Guangzhou's star-rated hotels reimagine zongzi with culture and creativity

As the Dragon Boat Festival draws near, hotels across Guangzhou are reimagining traditional zongzi through collaborations with museums, cultural institutions, and renowned food brands.

2026-06-10

Tracing China's ancient exam culture in Guangdong

China's annual national college entrance examination, or gaokao, will begin on June 7. As millions of students prepare for one of the country's most important exams, visitors can also explore a much older tradition of learning.

2026-06-09

New city terminal links Zhaoqing to Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport

A new city terminal for Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport opened in Zhaoqing, Guangdong province, on June 5, offering local residents and travelers a one-stop, convenient service for airport transfers.

2026-06-08

Qingzhou Smile: Miracle that rewrites art history comes to Guangzhou

This summer, one of China's most celebrated archaeological discoveries will come to Guangzhou for its first large-scale presentation in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

2026-06-08

21st CISMEF to open in Guangzhou on September 3

The 21st China International Small and Medium Enterprises Fair (CISMEF) will be held from September 3 to 6, 2026, at Area D of the China Import and Export Fair Complex (Canton Fair Complex) in Guangzhou, Guangdong.

2026-06-05

RCEP marks 3rd anniversary: Guangdong firms' import tariff savings hit 1.4 bln yuan

June 2026 marks the third anniversary of the Regional Comprehensive Economic Partnership (RCEP) entering into force. Guangdong's foreign trade enterprises have benefited from RCEP tariff concessions for three consecutive years, with cumulative tariff savings totaling 1.4 billion yuan.

2026-06-05

Sweet litchi-longan hybrid developed in Guangzhou

On June 2, the world's first hybrid tree bred from a litchi mother ("Huaizhi") and a longan father ("Shixia") bore fruit for the first time at the Field Genebank for Litchi in Guangzhou. Temporarily named "Huaishi", this hybrid marks a historic breakthrough in overcoming reproductive isolation between these two popular summer fruits.

2026-06-05

GBA international freight trains surpass 20,000 trips in 2026

On June 3, the China-Europe Freight Train X8186 carrying electronics and household appliances left Guangzhou en route to Horgos Port in northwest China.

2026-06-05

Guangzhou hosts IATA Cargo Day-North Asia as Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport expands global freights

Jointly organized by the International Air Transport Association (IATA) and Guangdong Airport Authority (GAA), the two-day event brought together hundreds of airlines, airports, and logistics executives to discuss air cargo growth, digital transformation, and supply chain resilience, as Guangzhou continues to strengthen its role as a key gateway for international trade.

2026-06-05

Direct air service between Guangzhou and Astana opens

The route operates twice a week, with flights on Wednesdays and Fridays, using Airbus A321LR aircraft. Flight KC8217 departs from Astana at 18:45 local time on Tuesdays and Thursdays, arriving in Guangzhou at 04:30 Beijing time the following day. The return flight, KC8218, leaves Guangzhou at 05:45 Beijing time on Wednesdays and Fridays and lands in Astana at 10:10 local time.

2026-06-05

Guangdong invites global travelers for Dragon Boat Festival celebrations, coastal escapes and summer study tours

Guangdong Province announced at a press conference on June 2 a rich lineup of cultural, tourism and consumer events for the Dragon Boat Festival and summer holiday season, inviting visitors from across China and around the world to experience its unique traditions, coastal scenery and innovation-driven attractions.

2026-06-05

Guangdong's high technology wows the world: Envoys from 37 nations applaud the tech boom and green future

During their tour, the envoys visited GAC AION and the Haixinsha Omni-Space Intelligent Experience Center, and witnessed firsthand the dynamic charm of "Guangdong-made" innovation, gaining deep insights into how cutting-edge technologies are reshaping daily life and global industries.

2026-06-05

China-made exoskeleton robot wows foreign envoys in Guangzhou

Fiji's Ambassador to China Robert Lee said many of the products on display could make a real difference to people's lives and hopes to see more Guangdong products enter the Fijian market.

2026-06-05

Pakistani envoy says Chinese EV rivals luxury brands at affordable price

On June 2, Pakistani Ambassador to China Khalil Hashmi praised a vehicle produced by Chinese automaker GAC during his visit to Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, describing its interior as "world-class."

2026-06-03

Diplomatic envoys and officials visit Guangdong to explore cooperation opportunities

Co-organized by China's Ministry of Foreign Affairs and the People's Government of Guangdong Province, a series of events themed Set Sail for the 15th Five-Year Plan: China's Growth, World's Opportunity (Guangdong) kicked off in Guangzhou on June 1, bringing together 60 diplomatic envoys and officials from 37 countries for visits to cities across Guangdong, including Guangzhou, Shenzhen, Zhuhai, and Zhongshan, over the coming days.