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2026-01-27

Guangzhou International Cultural Center, a new cultural landmark, opens to global companies

The Guangzhou International Cultural Center (GICC), a new office tower set to become the city's cultural landmark, launched its global leasing program on January 23 to attract companies in the cultural sector.

2026-01-27

Taste Chinese New Year like a local in Guangzhou

If you're in Guangzhou and want to celebrate Chinese New Year like a local, but don't know where to start, there's one place you shouldn't miss. At Huacheng Square, right in the heart of the city, a massive New Year market brings together everything people prepare for the festival — especially the food.

2026-01-27

Guangdong concludes 14th Five-Year Plan with regional GDP hitting 14.58 tln yuan

2026 marks the start of China's 15th Five-Year Plan, as Guangdong wraps up the 14th Five-Year Plan period with remarkable achievements. The province's regional GDP hit 14.58 trillion yuan, with per capita regional GDP reaching 110,000 yuan.

2026-01-26

GDP of Guangdong Province ranks 1st for 37 consecutive years nationwide

Guangdong Governor Meng Fanli delivered the Provincial Government Work Report at the opening ceremony of the fifth session of the 14th Guangdong Provincial People's Congress, which kicked off in Guangzhou on January 26, 2026.

2026-01-26

Highlights of 2026 Guangdong Government Work Report

The fifth session of the 14th Guangdong Provincial People's Congress kicked off in Guangzhou on January 26. Guangdong Governor Meng Fanli delivered the Government Work Report at the opening ceremony.

2026-01-26

China Southern to add daily Guangzhou-Istanbul flights amid surge in China–Türkiye travel

China Southern Airlines is expanding its Guangzhou–Istanbul route as Türkiye introduces visa-free entry for Chinese travellers, a move expected to boost tourism and business travel between the two countries.

2026-01-26

Guangzhou Railway Station undergoes a major upgrade targeting high-speed rail operations

The Guangzhou Railway Station has completed a comprehensive functional transformation, paving the way for high-speed rail services directly into the heart of the city.

2026-01-23

Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport's Terminal 3 begins full international operations

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has fully launched international operations at its new Terminal 3 (T3), following the second phase of airlines' relocation completed on January 22.

2026-01-23

Guangzhou's 2026 Spring Festival flower markets guide

Guangzhou is preparing for its 2026 Spring Festival flower markets, a key traditional event celebrating the Chinese New Year. The city will host 11 major flower markets with a total of 2,655 stalls, which is 7.7% more than last year, offering more space for vendors of festive flowers and holiday goods.

2026-01-22

Guangzhou pioneers entry and exit services on "Nihao China" App

Guangzhou has become the first city in China to integrate entry and exit services into the "Nihao China" app, providing greater convenience for foreign nationals traveling, working, or living in the city.

2026-01-22

Four major exhibitions showcase animation, tradition, and contemporary art in Guangzhou

The Guangzhou Museum of Art (Guangzhou Gallery of Art) is presenting four major exhibitions from January to March 2026, covering Chinese animation history, classical and modern horse-themed artworks, contemporary art inspired by traditional masterpieces, and the artistic legacy of the Wen Zhengming family.

2026-01-22

Guide to booking 2026 Chinese New Year train tickets: Key dates and new services

Planning your journey for the 2026 Spring Festival travel rush? The ticket sale for the world's largest annual migration begins on January 19. Here's a concise guide with all the essential information and new services to ensure a smooth trip home and back.

2026-01-21

Guangzhou Nansha's new landmark named among Top 10 Chinese Buildings of 2025

Recently, Dezeen, a leading international architecture and design publication, unveiled its annual list of the Top 10 Chinese Buildings of 2025, with the Greater Bay Area Culture and Sports Centre in Nansha, Guangzhou, earning a distinguished place.

2026-01-21

Guangdong's foreign trade hits 9.49 trillion yuan in 2025 as Guangdong-made goods expand overseas

In 2025, Guangdong's total imports and exports reached 9.49 trillion yuan, up 4.4% year on year and marking a record annual high. Guangdong sustained its export scale and market openness, with exports totaling 6.03 trillion yuan, up 2.5%, while imports reached 3.46 trillion yuan, up 7.8%.

2026-01-20

Consular corps usher in new year at 2026 GDFAO Night, eyeing APEC "China Year"

On January 19, the Guangdong Foreign Affairs Office (GDFAO) hosted its annual diplomatic gathering, "GDFAO Night," at the Guangzhou Museum of Art. The event was attended by consular officials from 65 countries, reflecting the ongoing focus on people-to-people and cultural exchange in international relations.

2026-01-20

Fourth session of the CPPCC Guangdong Provincial Committee to be held from January 25 to 28

The fourth session of the 13th Guangdong Provincial Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) is scheduled to take place from January 25 to 28 in Guangzhou.

2026-01-19

Guangzhou Metro launches gate-free passages for children under 1.3m

The new children's free passage, featuring a bright, colorful design, allows eligible children to pass through without tapping a card, providing a more convenient travel experience for families with young children.

2026-01-19

Your complete guide to Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport T3 amid T1 airlines relocation

From late January 21, international flights previously operating from T1 will move to Terminal 3 (T3), along with Spring Airlines' domestic services. Other domestic flights will continue to operate from T1, and the planned closure of T1 has been postponed.

2026-01-19

Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport delays Terminal 1 closure as Spring Festival travel rush nears

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has postponed the planned closure of its Terminal 1 (T1), revising earlier arrangements to avoid disruption ahead of the 2026 Spring Festival travel rush.

2026-01-19

French surgeons visit Guangzhou to exchange insights on robotic pancreatic surgery

A team of pancreatic surgeons from Hôpital Privé Jean Mermoz in Lyon, France, recently concluded a five-day visit, from January 11 to 15, to the First Affiliated Hospital of Sun Yat-sen University (FAH-SYSU) in Guangzhou, Guangdong. They engaged in in-depth discussions and observations on robotic-assisted pancreatic surgical techniques and their clinical applications.