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2025-07-31

Guangzhou launches WeChat mini-program for 15th National Games

A new WeChat mini-program, "National Games Guangzhou(全运广州)," was officially launched on July 29 to streamline services for the upcoming 15th National Games and Paralympic Games. This platform combines navigation services and event information in one place using smart technologies like instant translation and camera-guided directions.

2025-07-30

Guangzhou conducts citywide mosquito control operations in two daily sessions

On July 28, the Guangzhou Municipal Health Commission announced that the city has launched a comprehensive mosquito control campaign. All districts in Guangzhou will carry out unified mosquito control operations from 7 a.m. to 9 a.m. and from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m., aiming to effectively lower the mosquito population density.

2025-07-30

11 key questions about chikungunya fever

Chikungunya fever is a viral illness caused by the chikungunya virus, primarily transmitted through the bites of Aedes mosquitoes. Its main symptoms include fever, rash, and joint and muscle pain. While most patients recover within a week, 30%-40% may experience persistent joint pain lasting months or even years, significantly affecting their long-term quality of life.

2025-07-29

Guangzhou Metro tries out keeping turnstiles always open

Guangzhou Metro is piloting always-open turnstiles at Line 11’s Huajing Road Station, allowing passengers to tap their ticket, card, or scan a QR code and walk through without waiting for the turnstile doors to close and reopen.

2025-07-29

Chikungunya surge in Guangdong: What mosquito repellents you can take on metro?

From July 20 to July 26, a total of 2,940 local Chikungunya fever cases were reported across Guangdong, with no severe or fatal cases noted, according to an announcement released by the Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Prevention and Control on July 27.

2025-07-28

One-Stop Tax Refund: How to claim purchases from 600+ Guangzhou stores in minutes

Recently, Guangzhou launched its first "centralized instant tax refund upon purchase" point for overseas travelers at Parc Central in Tianhe District. The service point can process tax refunds for overseas travelers' purchases at any of the over 600 tax-free stores across all 11 districts of Guangzhou. Travelers only need to follow five simple steps to get a tax refund of up to RMB 20,000 within minutes.

2025-07-28

Guangzhou issues list of designated hospitals for dengue and chikungunya fever treatment

From July 26 to August 1, Guangzhou will launch a citywide anti-mosquito campaign to curb the spread of mosquito-borne diseases.

2025-07-28

How can we prevent chikungunya fever?

Guangdong Province is experiencing extreme heat and frequent rainfall, accelerating mosquito breeding and leading to a surge in mosquito-borne diseases. Five key measures to prevent chikungunya fever are outlined below.

2025-07-23

Guangdong rolls out measures to combat mosquito-borne diseases amid surge in cases

The Guangdong Provincial Center for Disease Control and Prevention (Guangdong CDC) issued an urgent public health alert on July 21, urging residents to enhance preventive measures against the outbreaks of Chikungunya fever and the rapid escalation of dengue fever cases.

2025-07-15

Amap rolls out multilingual version of its map service

Amap, the mapping and local services platform under Alibaba Group, officially rolled out the multilingual version of its map service on July 9, making navigation across China more accessible for international users.

2025-07-08

Foreign-related policy promotion meeting held in Guangzhou's Nansha

This meeting aimed to help foreign residents and foreign-related enterprises better understand relevant policies for working and living in China.

2025-07-03

Guangdong launches 4 int'l communication platforms for all-inclusive outreach

On July 2, Guangdong officially launched four international communication platforms: IP Guangdong (a comprehensive resource sharing and image branding platform), INFO Guangdong (an all-in-one English information service platform), LIVE Guangdong (a slow live-streaming platform), and GO Guangdong (a service platform for international visits). The 2025 Guangdong image video"Go Guangdong" was also released simultaneously.

2025-07-03

Guangdong launches all-in-one information service platform for expats

On July 2, INFO Guangdong, a one-stop information and news service platform operated by South for expats in China's Guangdong, was officially launched.

2025-07-02

No more runs! Guangzhou launches first "centralized" instant tax refunds hub for int'l visitors

nternational visitors now purchase at any of the over 500 tax-free stores across all 11 districts of Guangzhou can now process their Value-Added Tax (VAT) rebates in a single move in the city's first centralized instant tax refunds hub in the Parc Central.

2025-06-25

Guangdong launches earthquake early warning mini-program to safeguard public safety

To enhance public safety in the face of earthquake threats, the Guangdong Earthquake Agency has rolled out the "Nanyue Earthquake Early Warning (南粤地震预警, Nányuè Dìzhèn Yùjǐng)" WeChat mini-program.

2025-06-13

China extends 240-hour visa-free transit policy coverage to 55 countries with new addition of Indonesia

The National Immigration Administration (NIA) announced today that, starting June 12, 2025, nationals of Indonesia may enter China under the 240-hour visa-free transit policy. This brings the total number of eligible countries to 55.

2025-05-29

China to trial visa-free policy for Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait, Bahrain

China will trial a policy granting ordinary passport holders from Saudi Arabia, Oman, Kuwait and Bahrain visa-free entry into China up to 30 days from June 9, 2025, to June 8, 2026, Chinese foreign ministry spokesperson Mao Ning said on Wednesday.

2025-05-03

How to get your instant in-store tax refunds while shopping in Guangzhou?

Whether you're in Guangzhou for travel or business, shopping is always a must. Now, overseas shoppers can receive tax refunds while shopping through an easy online process.

2025-04-30

Buyer Guide for 3rd phase exhibition of Canton Fair

The 3rd phase exhibition of Canton Fair will start on May 1st and will run through May 5th at the China Import and Export Fair Complex in Guangzhou. This edition highlights toys, children, baby and maternity products, home textiles, office supplies as well as sports, travel and recreation products.

2025-04-28

China lowers minimum for departure tax refunds to 200 yuan

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.