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2026-04-22

Indian journalists decode urban innovation in South China's Guangzhou

On April 20, a delegation of 10 mainstream Indian media outlets visited Guangzhou, Guangdong Province. They toured the iconic Canton Tower, walked through the city's streets, and then delved into two very different kinds of infrastructure: a substation that looks like a "Moon Box" and a drone demonstration farm that points to the future of agriculture.

2026-04-22

China's exoskeleton robot enables foreign visitor to walk again at Canton Fair

A touching scene unfolded at the 139th Canton Fair, held in Guangzhou, capital of South China's Guangdong Province.

2026-04-22

Youth Voices Bridge Cultures as Guangzhou's 'Language Messengers' Contest Debuts in Huadu

The first "Language Messengers Foreign Language Speech Contest" officially kicked off in Huacheng International Neighborhood, Huadu district in Guangzhou on April 20. Designed to build a bridge with the world through languages, the contest aimed to make the voice of young foreign language volunteers better heard by a wider audience.

2026-04-22

Cruise ship Adora Flora City unveils maiden voyage routes, tickets on sale from May 20

Adora Cruises, a Chinese cruise brand, unveiled on April 20 the product details and maiden season itineraries for Adora Flora City, China's second domestically built large cruise ship, with tickets scheduled to go on sale from May 20. After delivery, the vessel will set sail on its maiden voyage season from Guangzhou Nansha International Cruise Home Port, with a 6-day/5-night international route departing from Guangzhou to Hong Kong SAR and Chan May (Hue) in Vietnam.

2026-04-21

Elche mayor visits Guangzhou's Nansha to boost China-Spain cooperation

Pablo Ruz Villanueva, mayor of Elche, Spain, led a delegation to visit Nansha District in Guangzhou from April 14 to 16, aiming to deepen cooperation between Nansha district and Elche city. The visit coincided with Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sánchez's trip to China from April 11 to 15.

2026-04-21

Guangzhou's star-rated hotels launch integrated services for Canton Fair exhibitors and buyers

As the 139th Canton Fair gets underway, leading hotels across Guangzhou—including Garden Hotel Guangzhou, Hotel Indigo Guangzhou Haixinsha, Grand Hyatt Guangzhou, properties under LN Hospitality, and Baiyun International Convention Center—are rolling out enhanced stay packages, multilingual guest services, and complimentary shuttle service to the Canton Fair Complex. These offerings provide international exhibitors and buyers with convenient, comfortable, and integrated accommodation options.

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.