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2026-10-16

Exhibition marking 70 years of Canton Fair opens, sharing stories across generations

A Dongfeng watch, introduced in 1972 as China's first watch for export, and a Phoenix bicycle from the 1990s illustrate how Chinese consumer goods have evolved. They are displayed alongside Panda televisions, Haier refrigerators and smart bicycles equipped with motion-sensing and health-management systems, reflecting a shift in Chinese manufacturing from meeting basic needs to offering higher-quality, technology-driven products.

2026-10-16

Five highlights to save for Phase One of 140th Canton Fair

The 140th Canton Fair opened to visitors in Guangzhou on October 15, with Phase One focusing on advanced manufacturing. From robots that can make coffee to AI-powered gadgets and newly launched products, here's what buyers should look out for—and where to find them.

2026-10-16

140th Canton Fair guide: how to navigate exhibition halls and arrange transportation afterward

For those leaving the complex, the evening peak is typically between 5:30 pm and 7 pm. Visitors can use the metro and other public transport.

2026-10-15

140th Canton Fair guide: How to get there

The 140th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, opened on October 14 in Guangzhou, drawing exhibitors and buyers from around the world.

2026-10-15

140th Canton Fair welcomes global buyers on opening day

The 140th Canton Fair officially opened on October 14, ahead of the exhibition's first day welcoming buyers on October 15 in Guangzhou, southern China. This year marks 70 years since the fair was first held in 1957.

2026-10-15

Guide to applying for overseas buyer badges at Canton Fair

The 140th Canton Fair officially opened on October 14 in Guangzhou and will welcome visitors starting October 15. How can you get your buyer badge faster? This video will guide you through the badge application process.

2026-10-14

On-arrival Canton Fair ID badge service available for overseas buyers at Baiyun Airport

As the 140th Canton Fair (China Import and Export Fair) prepares to open, Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has been offering an on-arrival ID badge service for overseas buyers since October 12, with three dedicated service points available and all procedures handled free of charge.

2026-10-14

Guangzhou Metro boosts capacity and services for 140th Canton Fair

The 140th Canton Fair will be held in Guangzhou from October 15 to November 4. Guangzhou Metro is enhancing capacity, passenger flow management and services to ensure safe and smooth travel for buyers and the public.

2026-10-14

Autonomous shuttle bus route to be added during 140th Canton Fair

The 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will open on October 15. Guangzhou's transport authorities will provide various public transportation options during the fair, including setting up an autonomous shuttle bus route.

2026-10-13

Canton Fair entertainment guide: Jazz, musicals and live music in Guangzhou

Visitors to the 140th Canton Fair, running from October 15 to November 4, can enjoy a diverse lineup of live performances across Guangzhou. From a Grammy-nominated world music star and a German saxophone quartet to an original West End musical and a pipa recital, these shows offer a taste of the city's arts scene.

2026-10-13

Guangzhou Gourmet Week opens, adding culinary flavor to Canton Fair

The 2026 Guangzhou Gourmet Week (GGW) kicked off on October 10 at Haixinsha Island, a landmark venue adjacent to the Canton Fair Complex in Guangzhou.

2026-10-13

How many things can foreign buyers in China do with one card in hand?

Coming to Guangzhou for the Canton Fair, what challenges does a foreign trader need to tackle?

2026-10-12

Where to stay for 140th Canton Fair: Four hotels offering buyer-friendly services

The 140th edition of the China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, will be held in three phases from October 15 to November 4 in Guangzhou, Guangdong Province, in southern China. For international buyers, choosing a hotel with convenient transport, registration assistance, business facilities and comfortable dining options can make a busy exhibition schedule easier to manage.

2026-10-12

Eating in Guangzhou during Canton Fair: Beer, bites and food festivals

From German beer and gourmet bites to local delicacies and lively food festivals, Guangzhou is dishing up a feast for visitors to the 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) this October.

2026-10-12

Unboxing new pins for 140th Canton Fair｜China Finds

The 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will open in Guangzhou on October 15 and run through November 4 across three phases. Pins have long been a signature collectible of the Canton Fair—buyers, exhibitors and staff all fasten them to their badges. Collected one by one, these pins become a record of the years for many Canton Fair veterans.

2026-10-12

Tim Cook makes first China visit since stepping down as Apple CEO

Tim Cook appeared in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, on Saturday, marking his first trip to China since stepping down as Apple's chief executive and his first visit as executive chairman of the company's board of directors.

2026-10-10

Canton Market unveils global investment opportunities as a one-stop trade hub

Canton Market held a global investment promotion event in Guangzhou on October 8, offering international investors a one-stop gateway to China's supply chain and global markets.

2026-10-10

Canton Market breaks ground in Guangzhou, opening new gateway for global trade and investment

Canton Market broke ground in Guangzhou's Huadu District on October 8, marking a major new step in Guangdong's efforts to expand international trade and investment cooperation.

2026-10-10

China Southern to fly larger 777-300ER on Guangzhou-Paris and London routes

China Southern Airlines will deploy larger Boeing 777-300ER aircraft on selected flights from Guangzhou to London Heathrow and Paris during the 2026-27 winter season, increasing capacity on two key European business routes.

2026-10-10

Ports under Guangzhou General Station of Immigration Inspection record five-year high in National Day traffic

Ports under the Guangzhou General Station of Immigration Inspection handled around 405,000 inbound and outbound passenger trips during China's National Day holiday from October 1 to 7, the highest total for the holiday period in five years. Business travel also increased ahead of the 140th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair).