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2026-04-20

139th Canton Fair opens in Guangzhou with over 32,000 exhibitors, breaking previous records

The 139th edition of the Canton Fair kicked off on April 15 in Guangzhou, setting a new historic benchmark with over 32,000 participating enterprises.

2026-04-20

Fair Breaks | Discover Lingnan charm in Guangzhou's historic architecture

With the Canton Fair underway in Guangzhou, visitors can step away from the exhibition halls and explore the city's historic neighborhoods. From traditional homes to arcaded streets and ancestral halls, these places offer a closer look at living Lingnan culture.

2026-04-20

Int'l media explore Industry-University-Research innovation in China's Greater Bay Area

A delegation of 86 journalists representing 52 media outlets from the United States, the United Kingdom, Brazil, Russia, Japan, and beyond toured Guangzhou on April 16, diving deep into the innovation engine of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

2026-04-20

Foreign consular delegations explore legal services at Canton Fair

A conference highlighting legal services for foreign-related business was held on April 17 at the Canton Fair Complex, drawing consular officials from 27 countries as well as representatives from foreign chambers of commerce and enterprises.

2026-04-17

China Xplained | Why Chinese yuan is preferred in transactions at Canton Fair

The 139th session of the Canton Fair, officially known as the China Import and Export Fair, opened this April in Guangzhou, attracting more than 210,000 overseas buyers from around the world.

2026-04-17

Canton Fair after-hours①: A futuristic concert at Canton Tower

As the 139th Canton Fair kicks off in Guangzhou, visitors are discovering that the city offers far more than just business opportunities. Just a short distance from the exhibition halls, the iconic Canton Tower presents a unique after-hours experience—a "future music concert", where robots and human musicians perform side by side.

2026-04-17

Global journalists tour Guangzhou, unpacking the city's success in trade and technology

On April 15, 86 journalists from 52 media outlets representing countries including China, the United States, Russia, the United Kingdom, Brazil, and Japan gathered in Guangzhou for an in-depth press tour.

2026-04-16

Hike a 40-km forest trail in Guangzhou's Baiyun District

A key milestone has recently been reached in the north–south "Green Spine" project in Guangzhou. Specifically, a 40-kilometer district-level forest trail in Baiyun District passed final inspection in mid-February and was officially opened to the public in April.

2026-04-16

Canton Fair participants enjoy exclusive access and offers at Guangdong Museum

During the 2026 Spring session (April 15-May 5) of the Canton Fair, buyers and exhibitors are invited to explore Guangdong's rich cultural heritage at the Guangdong Museum.

2026-04-16

Telling the story of China-Vietnam friendship: Chinese and Vietnamese youth dialogue on media innovation and cooperation

On April 13, a dialogue on telling the story of China–Vietnam friendship was convened in Guangzhou, bringing together media professionals, digital creators, and youth leaders from both nations.

2026-04-15

139th Canton Fair kicks off—drones make their debut on the sky stage

In phase 1, sections of consumer and agricultural drones debuted at this year's Canton Fair. Flight shows drew global buyers with innovative applications from agriculture to entertainment, showcasing the fast development of the low-altitude economy in China.

2026-04-15

139th Canton Fair kicks off in Guangzhou on April 15, welcoming buyers from across the world

The 139th Canton Fair opened on April 15 in Guangzhou City, Guangdong Province, marking a significant milestone in global trade innovation, with nine newly added exhibition sections introduced this edition.

2026-04-15

Guangdong voices confidence in growth target at a press conference in Guangzhou

On April 15, China's State Council Information Office held a press conference in Guangzhou under the theme "Embarking on the 15th Five-Year Plan", outlining Guangdong's ambitious push to expand high-level opening up and transform the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area into a world-class city cluster and global innovation hub.

2026-04-15

Your metro guide for 139th Canton Fair in Guangzhou

The 139th Canton Fair will run from April 15 to May 5 in Guangzhou. For direct access to the fair complex, take Metro Line 8 to Pazhou (琶洲) or Xingangdong (新港东) Stations, or Line 11 to Pazhou (琶洲) Station. During the fair, Guangzhou Metro has introduced multiple services to ensure smooth travel for both global buyers and local visitors.

2026-04-15

Vietnam's top leader To Lam arrives in Beijing for state visit

To Lam, general secretary of the Communist Party of Vietnam Central Committee and president of Vietnam, arrived in Beijing on Tuesday for a state visit to China through Friday.

2026-04-15

Your Canton Fair travel guide: How to get to the complex?

The 139th edition of the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, is set to open on April 15, debuting nine new exhibition sections and reaching a record scale. As global buyers and exhibitors gather in Guangzhou, here's a practical guide on how to get to the Canton Fair Complex using different modes of transport.

2026-04-14

Vietnamese youth explore revolutionary footprints and share book reviews with Chinese peers in Guangzhou

On April 12, a delegation of 200 youth representatives from across Vietnam visited Guangzhou as part of the "Red Study Tours" project, with activities held in Beijing and Guangzhou from April 11 to 18.

2026-04-14

APEC CP | What if Lingnan stitches travel far to find their woven match?

In a quiet studio in Guangdong, South China, a master of Canton embroidery (广绣) threads silk through a taut frame. Her movements are fluid, precise, and silent. Stitch by stich, a shimmering phoenix and vivid kapok flowers begin to take shape. Across the vast Atlantic, in the windswept highlands of the Andes, a Peruvian weaver sits in front of a traditional loom. Her hands move with a different rhythm, yet with the same intent, interlacing vibrant wool into geometric patterns.

2026-04-14

3rd "Global Bay Area Chorus Bridge" Sino-American Youth Choral Education Symposium held

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.

2026-04-13

139th Canton Fair debuts nine new exhibition sections

On April 10, the Ministry of Commerce of China held a special press conference on the 139th Canton Fair, announcing that this session of the Fair will debut nine new exhibition sections and is poised to break previous records in total exhibition area, the number of booths, and the number of participating enterprises.