What to watch at China's "two sessions" as new five-year plan begins

The fourth session of the 14th National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference is scheduled to commence on Wednesday, one day before the opening of the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress.

Chinese research offers new approach to global antibiotic resistance challenge

An international team led by Zhong Nanshan, an academician of the Chinese Academy of Engineering, published a research paper in the journal Nature Medicine, presenting a new model for antimicrobial stewardship in primary healthcare facilities.

2026 Yuexiu Temple Fair opens, runs through March 9

Throughout the week, the Beijing Road area is hosting a rolling program of Cantonese pop performances, open-air film screenings, and Cantonese opera showcases. At night, a horse-themed light installation will illuminate Zhongyou Square, creating a great spot for evening strolls and photos.

Guangdong sees 7,380 departure tax refund claims jump 17 times during 2026 CNY holiday

During the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday (February 15-23), customs authorities across Guangdong Province verified 7,380 departure tax refund applications, 17 times the figure recorded during the same period last year. The total value of refunded goods reached 38.58 million yuan, 1.5 times that of the previous year.

Departure tax refund point opens at Pazhou Ferry Terminal, Guangzhou

The tax refund point for departing passengers at the Pazhou Ferry Terminal, Guangzhou, officially began operations on March 1, further enhancing the port's cross-border travel services. Foreign visitors leaving from the terminal can now enjoy a streamlined, one-stop tax refund verification process, significantly improving the convenience of cross-border travel and shopping.

Guangzhou, Foshan mutually recognize foreign talent work permits

These measures introduce a cross-city mutual recognition mechanism for high-end foreign talents (Category A), marking the first initiative of its kind in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Light up your Lantern Festival in Guangdong

As dusk settles, glowing lanterns illuminate streets and parks, while families stroll, admire intricate designs, and solve lantern riddles. Across Guangdong, major lantern fairs are already underway and will continue through the festival. Here are some highlights.

Metro services extended for Lantern Festival in Guangzhou and Foshan

As the Lantern Festival approaches, metro authorities in Guangzhou have announced extended services to ensure smooth travel for celebrations in both Guangzhou and Foshan.

"Million Talents Gathering in Guangdong" Spring 2026 Large-scale Comprehensive Job Fair will be held in Guangzhou

As the first high-profile talent event jointly organized by the Ministry of Education and the Guangdong Provincial People's Government during the 15th Five-Year Plan period, this job fair brings together quality resources from 21 cities across the province, with over 1,800 enterprises and public institutions recruiting on-site and offering more than 60,000 high-quality positions.

Guangzhou to resume horse racing after 27-year hiatus

Guangzhou will restart horse racing this year after a 27-year suspension, with regular international-standard speed races set to begin on October 31, 2026, at the Hong Kong Jockey Club Conghua Racecourse.

TÜV Rheinland invests $21.74 million in Guangzhou operation center

TÜV Rheinland Greater China signed a project cooperation agreement on Wednesday with the Huangpu district government in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, to invest in the construction of a new operation center.

Guangzhou breaks records with USD 3.45 billion landmark land sale

In a move that has sent shockwaves through China's real estate sector, Guangzhou's Yuexiu Property has secured the Machang Plot (Phase 1) in Tianhe District, Guangzhou, south China's Guangdong Province, for a record-breaking 23.6 billion yuan (about USD 3.45 billion) on February 25.

Guangzhou Baiyun Int'l Airport wins sixth straight ACI Service Award

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has been named the best airport for departures in the Asia-Pacific region among airports handling over 40 million travelers, securing the title for a sixth consecutive year.

Guangdong seeks new advantages through coordinated manufacturing-services development

The 2026 Guangdong Provincial High-Quality Development Conference was held on February 24, the first workday after the Chinese New Year holiday in Guangzhou. This year's conference focused on promoting the coordinated development of the manufacturing and service industries.

Guangdong products get a "brain makeover": AI powers shift to "products + services"

China's major economic powerhouse Guangdong held its annual top-level blueprint meeting—the Provincial High-quality Development Conference—on Feb. 24 in the capital city Guangzhou, with integration between manufacturing and intelligent services at the heart of its agenda.

China Xplained | How does Guangdong plan to integrate manufacturing and services?

The 2026 Guangdong Provincial High-Quality Development Conference was held on February 24, the first work day after the Chinese New Year holiday in Guangzhou. This year's conference focuses on promoting the coordinated development of the manufacturing and service industries.

Guangdong's economic output targeted to double from 2022 level in 10 year

Why Guangdong? Global investors focus on high-quality development

Guangdong, the economic powerhouse in south China, will convene its annual High-Quality Development Conference on February 24 to outline its economic priorities for the year ahead.

Record passenger numbers for Guangzhou's Pearl River cruises during Chinese New Year

Guangzhou's Pearl River cruises set a new single-day passenger record during the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday, with over 45,000 tourists taking boat tours on February 20 alone.

@All! You have received Chinese New Year greetings from CGs in Guangzhou

As we gallop into the Year of the Horse, dozens of Consuls General in Guangzhou share stories of the horse and its auspicious symbolism in their own cultures—offering their most sincere wishes in different languages to friends in China and around the world.