China unveiled a set of measures on Sunday to further optimize its departure tax refund policy to meet overseas tourists' needs better and expand inbound consumption.
As the May Day holiday (May 1-5) approaches, Guangzhou Metro and intercity rail services are preparing for a surge in passengers. From April 30 to May 5, the metro network will increase train frequencies, extend operating hours, and enhance crowd management to meet travel demand.
The second phase of the 137th China Import and Export Fair, commonly known as the Canton Fair, concluded on April 27 with overseas buyer number reaching a new record high as of this stage of the event.
Recently, the Guangzhou Quality Testing and Inspection Research Institute, which includes the Guangzhou Medical Device Testing Center and the Guangzhou Fiber Quality Monitoring Center, was officially unveiled and began its services.
As China intensifies efforts to attract foreign investment and navigate shifting global trade dynamics, Nansha District of Guangzhou—home to Guangdong, China's largest provincial economy—is positioning itself as a hub for legal reform and practical solutions tailored to international business.
On the afternoon of April 24, Sun Zhiyang, Mayor of Guangzhou, met with David Budzinski, President of Residential and Light Commercial Global Products at Johnson Controls, and CEO of Johnson Controls-Hitachi Air Conditioning Group, along with his delegation.
On April 25th, the Guangzhou Aerotropolis Development District (GADD) Administration announced the International Urban Design Competition for the "Aeroverse" Gateway Hub at Guangzhou Baiyun Airport.
The second phase of the 137th China Import and Export Fair, popularly known as the Canton Fair, opened on Wednesday in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, with more Chinese companies planning to expand internationally to emerging markets.
In the first quarter of 2025, Guangdong Province produced a cumulative total of 63,200 industrial robots and 1.94 million service robots, reflecting year-on-year increases of 31.1% and 10.8%, respectively.
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport and Hong Kong International Airport have secured positions in a global ranking of the world's most valuable aviation hubs, highlighting China's increasing influence in the global air travel sector.
In the bustling halls of the Canton Fair, where languages blend and handshakes mean business, Andre de Souza moves with purpose. The Brazilian buyer, a familiar face at the "China's No.1 Fair," has attended over a dozen editions. He isn't just scouting deals—he's bridging connections between Brazil and China.
In preparation for the May Day holiday, from April 29 to May 6, Xintang Railway Station on the Guangzhou-Shanwei High-speed Railway will increase the number of trains to accommodate the expected rise in passenger demand.
April 21, 2025, marks the 10th anniversary of the establishment of the China (Guangdong) Pilot Free Trade Zone in Nansha. Over the past decade, Guangzhou's Nansha has experienced significant industrial development, particularly in cross-border e-commerce (CBEC), by promoting innovative forms of foreign trade.
Chinese fintech company Ant Group began operations of its digital and cross-border trade operation centers in Guangzhou, the capital of Guangdong province, on Monday, marking a milestone in the company's efforts to promote the development of cross-border digital trade.
Guangdong province, China's economic powerhouse, recorded a GDP of 3352.551 billion yuan (approximately 462 billion US dollars) in the first quarter of 2025, marking a 4.1% year-on-year growth, according to data released by the Guangdong Provincial Bureau of Statistics on April 22.
With the 2nd phase of the 137th Canton Fair coming, the number of inbound and outbound travelers passing Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport Port exceeded 5 million on April 21, achieving the milestone 26 days earlier than last year. The port now ranks second nationwide among all airport ports in terms of passenger volume.
A steaming cup of coffee might seem like a modern-day staple for China's office workers, but its history here runs far deeper. From April 24 to 29, Guangzhou's historic Liwan district will host its annual Coffee & Food Culture Week, blending trendy brews with a 200-year-old legacy that began on its cobblestone streets.
The 137th Canton Fair is now in full swing in Guangzhou, followed closely by the May Day holiday. As China expands its "refund-upon-purchase" service for overseas tourists to all provinces and continues the 240-hour visa-free transit policy, Guangzhou is witnessing a surge in inbound tourism.
Guangzhou recently unveiled 14 technological innovation projects for the 15th National Games, 10 of which were initiated by local enterprises or research institutions.
Guangdong Province experienced significant weather contrasts this week, with heavy rainfall in the northern areas and rising temperatures elsewhere, leading to oppressive humidity ahead of an incoming cold front.
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