Nearly 60 consular officers and representatives from 32 consulates-general in Guangzhou visited the International Bio Island in Guangzhou on September 23.
Young entrepreneurs from APEC economies gathered in Guangzhou from September 19 to 20 for a two-day tour of the city's innovation hubs, pharmaceutical and health enterprises, science and technology platforms, cross-border e-commerce carriers and the Liede International Neighborhood. The visit offered participants an opportunity to explore new avenues for cooperation across the Asia-Pacific region.
With the Mid-Autumn Festival approaching, Longxue (龙穴) Subdistrict in Nansha, Guangzhou, is entering the peak season for its signature seafood, including crabs and shrimp.
Guangdong's intercity rail network will add 274 train services during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays as authorities prepare for a surge in passenger demand. Tickets for some services will also be available up to 10 days in advance, rather than the usual three.
The event brought together about 200 representatives from various sectors, including officials from the Chinese People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries (CPAFFC) and, provincial, municipal and Nansha district governments, consular officials from Asia-Pacific countries based in Guangzhou, representatives from universities, research institutions and enterprises, as well as international students and young entrepreneurs.
Guangdong's intercity rail network will add 274 train services during the Mid-Autumn Festival and National Day holidays as authorities prepare for a surge in passenger demand. Tickets for some services will also be available up to 10 days in advance, rather than the usual three.
The 12th China International Conference on Electricity Distribution (CICED 2026) was held in Guangzhou from September 15 to September 18, bringing together more than 500 power experts, engineers and academics from China and abroad to discuss how electricity grids can adapt to the rapid growth of renewable energy.
Ethiopian Airlines will increase its Guangzhou–Addis Ababa service to two flights a day from Oct. 6 to 31, offering more travel options between Guangzhou and Addis Ababa, the capital of Ethiopia and a major aviation hub in Africa, ahead of the 140th Canton Fair, which will be held in Guangzhou from Oct. 15 to Nov. 4.
The fourth Clifford Estates International Neighborhood Festival concluded at the European-style square of Clifford Wonderview and at Clifford Square on September 19. Organized by the Residential Committee of Clifford Community with support from the IP Guangdong platform, the festival brought together residents from diverse cultural backgrounds for a day of folk arts and cross-cultural dialogue.
A press conference was held in Beijing on September 18 to unveil details of the 140th China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair. The fair will be held in three phases in Guangzhou from October 15 to November 4, marking its 70th anniversary.
On the evening of September 17, the third session of the Seminar on Learning from Urban Innovation of the 7th Guangzhou International Award for Urban Innovation was successfully held. Representatives of urban innovation initiatives from Novy Urengoy, Russia; Tharaka Nithi County, Kenya; Bilecik, Türkiye; Istanbul, Türkiye; and São Paulo, Brazil, presented their initiatives and took part in the Q&A session.
On September 16, the second session of the 7th Guangzhou Award International Seminars on Learning from Urban Innovation was successfully held. Representatives of urban innovation initiatives from Tianjin, China; Mandaluyong, the Philippines; Bogotá, Colombia; Neuquén, Argentina; and Rabat, Morocco, presented their initiatives and took part in Q&A sessions.
On the evening of September 15, the first session ofthe Seminar on Learning from Urban Innovation of the 7th Guangzhou Award was successfully held. Representatives from five cities: Sinan County, Republic of Korea; Qingdao, China; Chania, Greece; Kampala, Ugandaand and Heerlen, the Netherlands, participated in the session and presented their initiatives under the theme of “Digital Governance and Smart City Innovation.”
China Southern Airlines plans to resume direct flights between Guangzhou and Jeju, a volcanic island and popular tourist destination off the southern coast of the Republic of Korea, on December 19, 2026, after nearly a decade-long suspension.
Sun Yat-sen University led the Guangzhou group with 52 ranked subjects, followed by South China University of Technology with 38 and Jinan University with 31.
This session focused on how cities can enhance governance efficiency and improve public services through digital governance, smart technologies, and innovative approaches, while addressing complex urban development challenges and strengthening urban resilience.
The session focused on how cities can enhance residents' well-being, reduce social inequalities, and ensure that no one is left behind through inclusive policies, community participation, and social innovation.
A think tank delegation from Portuguese- and Spanish-speaking countries visited Guangzhou on September 15 to learn about the city's low-altitude economy and experience its traditional culture, with stops in Huangpu District and the historic Yongqing Fang neighborhood.
This year's Fortune Global 500 companies generated US$43.1 trillion in combined revenue and US$3.39 trillion in net profit in 2025, both record highs. Amazon topped the ranking for the first time, while 38 high-tech companies made the list.
From September 15 to 17, representatives of 15 shortlisted initiatives from around the world will present their initiatives, engage in discussions, and respond to questions from the Jury and online participants as part of the final evaluation process.
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