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2026-02-02

China Xplained | What to expect from the first official event of APEC China Year?

The First Senior Officials' Meeting and Related Meetings (SOM1), the first event of APEC China 2026, were being held in Guangzhou from February 1 to February 10. It marks the official opening of the APEC China Year. This year-long process will culminate in November, with the economic leaders' meeting.

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.

2026-01-23

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.

2026-01-16

Children's voices heal divides and guide reunion in a divisive world, says One Voice founder

During their two-week tour across China, the One Voice Children's Choir, founded by composer Masa Fukuda, exemplified his belief that "children have a magical gift to melt barriers," as he concluded the time the group spent in China during an interview with South.

2026-01-15

Int'l students from China's Inner Mongolia discover many sides of Guangzhou

A group of international students studying in China's Inner Mongolia Autonomous Region explored Guangzhou from January 12 to 13, discovering how tradition and innovation coexist in the southern metropolis.

2026-01-12

One Voice Children's Choir visits Guangzhou, resonating voice of friendship along the Pearl River

Standing atop the Canton Tower, on January 10, the youthful members of the One Voice Children's Choir from Utah joined local Chinese students in singing the Cantonese classic "Friends." This very moment, overlooking the sprawling cityscape, crystallized the purpose of their two-week journey across China: building connections through melody.

2026-01-13

One Voice Children's Choir sings China-U.S. friendship in Guangzhou

The Sun Yat-sen Memorial Hall resonated with a blend of youthful harmonies and cross-cultural warmth on the evening of January 11, as the Utah-based One Voice Children's Choir concluded their China tour with a New Year's concert.

2026-01-12

How a Belgian diplomat finds a second home in Guangzhou | My Home in GBA ②

What does "home" mean when you live halfway across the world? In this episode of My Home in GBA, we visit Wim Peeters, the Consul General of Belgium in Guangzhou. He invites us into his life in Guangzhou—a story built piece by piece from the city's rich history and warm community.

2026-01-05

Street interview in Guangzhou: How's your 2025 and what's your 2026 wishes?

As 2025 comes to an end, what has the past year meant for expats living in Guangzhou? For those who have spent years in the city, it might be about trying new things with family in familiar places. For newcomers, it might be a year of firsts and new experiences. So as 2026 approaches, what are people looking forward to?

2026-01-05

China and Oceania: Economic cooperation anchors shared growth with Pacific Island Countries

Following the third China-Pacific Island Countries Foreign Ministers' Meeting in May 2025, China's relationships with nations across Oceania have entered a phase of stable and pragmatic development, driven primarily by economic interdependence and a distinct development model that resonates with regional partners.

2025-12-31

Viennese Waltzes bring new year's spirit to Guangzhou in open-air symphony pop-up

A symphony flash mob by the ORF Vienna Radio Symphony Orchestra turned the Taikoo Hui Guangzhou into an open-air concert hall on December 29. Golden melodies and waltz rhythms filled the air, offering shoppers a spontaneous celebration of Viennese charm and kicking off the city's New Year festivities.

2026-01-01

Guangzhou's 2025 in review: Building warm connections with the world

In 2025, Guangzhou didn't just open its doors—it ignited a new era of global connectivity. By fully leveraging the power of foreign affairs, we have injected vibrant momentum into the city's high-quality development, positioning Guangzhou as a premier gateway for international exchange. Our global network is more active than ever, reinforcing Guangzhou's stature as a world-class international hub.

2025-12-30

2025 "Shi Chao" Carnival held in Guangzhou

The 2025 "Shi Chao" (Lion Dance Super League) Carnival, themed around the High-quality Development Project for Guangdong Counties, Towns, and Villages (hereinafter referred to as "the Project"), opened at Huacheng Square in Guangzhou on December 27.

2025-12-29

Vietnamese delegation explores Guangdong's reform legacy and tech innovation

A Vietnamese media delegation on the China-Vietnam 2025 Media Tour visited Shenzhen in Guangdong province on December 25.

2025-12-22

Liede Int'l Neighborhood: a cultural hub where the world meets home

Nestled in the heart of Guangzhou's Tianhe Central Business District, Liede International Neighborhood stands as a vibrant bridge between the city's ancient roots and its global future.

2025-12-18

One-year anniversary of Guangzhou Baiyun Airport 240-Hour Visa-Free Transit Policy sees surge in foreign arrivals

Guangzhou's Baiyun International Airport has marked the one-year anniversary of China's 240-hour visa-free transit policy, with statistics showing a significant increase in foreign arrivals and growing interest in short-term visits. The policy, designed to facilitate cross-border movement and exchange, has stimulated both tourism and business interactions.

2025-12-17

Nauru delegation explore Guangzhou ahead of potential 2026 direct air route

A direct air route between China and Nauru could be launched as early as the first quarter of 2026, the chairman of Nauru Airlines, Charleston Dedenu Deiye, said on December 15 during a visit to Guangzhou as part of a broader China–Nauru friendship initiative.

2025-12-17

Highlights of China's paralympic and special games in 180 seconds

The 12th National Games for Persons with Disabilities and the 9th National Special Olympic Games concluded on December 15, after eight days of competition across Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao. The event brought together 7,824 athletes from 34 regional delegations, featuring 46 sports, including wheelchair basketball, blind football, para swimming, and athletics.

2025-12-09

Should students use AI for homework? Insights from a Turing Award winner

The Greater Bay Area Science Forum 2025 opened on December 7, in Nansha, Guangzhou, under the theme "Industry-Research Integration Drives Smart Innovation in the GBA."

2025-12-08

Maritime Silk Road journalists enchanted by Pearl River Night Cruise, hail Guangzhou's blend of history and modernity

Greeted by Guangzhou's dazzling skyline and a profound sense of cross-cultural connection, the journalists captured the illuminated riverbanks with flashing cameras, engaging deeply with the city's past and present from its iconic mother river.