Global Youth Explore Guangzhou 2026

2026-09-02

European youths explore Guangzhou through sport and tradition

On August 31, European participants of the 2026 China-Europe Youth Workshop visited Guangzhou University's gymnasium for a lively session of pickleball and dragon-lion dance.

2026-08-27

Vietnamese youth retrace Ho Chi Minh's revolutionary footsteps in Guangzhou

The delegates toured the restored site, where rooms, artifacts and other displays recreate scenes from Ho Chi Minh's activities in Guangzhou and the political training sessions held there nearly a century ago.

2026-08-18

Fencing for friendship: China-US college fencers gather in Guangzhou

More than 100 fencers from 17 Chinese and American universities gathered at Sun Yat-sen University in Guangzhou on August 13–14 for the 2026 China-U.S. College Fencing Invitational and People-to-People Exchange Camp.

2026-08-18

Global youths discover Guangzhou beyond tourist trail

On the evening of August 14, the lights along both banks of the Pearl River shimmered against the night sky as more than 160 international students from over 40 countries boarded a river cruise to discover Guangzhou after dark.

2026-08-18

International youth experience Guangzhou's culture and spectacular night views

More than 600 students from over 40 countries participating in the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou) Cross-Campus Playshop for Language and Cultural Exchange (PLACE) Summer Camp 2026 immersed themselves in traditional Chinese calligraphy and lacquer fan making at Guangzhou's People's Park in the afternoon and took in the city's glittering skyline on a Pearl River night cruise on August 14, 2026.

2026-08-12

Youth from over 40 countries gather in Guangzhou for HKUST summer camp

Hosted by the Hong Kong University of Science and Technology (Guangzhou), or HKUST(GZ), the camp is one of the flagship events marking HKUST's 35th anniversary. The international participants are joined by HKUST students and HKUST(GZ)'s 2026 undergraduate intake.

2026-08-10

Young ambassadors strengthen Guangzhou-Bristol ties through summer exchange

Both SMITH and SICE agreed that the summer school was a profoundly enriching experience. As Guangzhou-Bristol Young Ambassadors, they view their role as connectors between two vibrant cities. "I wanted to use this opportunity to strengthen collaboration between our universities and share my experiences," SMITH explained. SICE, too, hopes to maintain the friendships and professional connections she has forged. "I would love to return in the future," she added with a smile.

2026-07-29

Samoan nurse gains valuable experience through medical training in Guangzhou

In the sweltering heat of July, Monica Iosefo, a surgical nurse from Samoa, is fully immersed in the full spectrum of surgical oncology nursing at the general surgery ward of Nanfang Hospital, Southern Medical University. Making her first trip to Guangdong, she has been deeply impressed by a well‑established, standardized system for oncology diagnosis, treatment and care.

2026-06-25

Green horizons: China-US youth gather in GBA for climate action

On June 23, 35 students and a teacher from China and the United States gathered at Guangdong University of Technology for the opening ceremony of the 2026 China-US Youth Future Climate Leadership Exchange Program in the Greater Bay Area, an initiative that brings young minds from both nations together to address climate governance and green development.

2026-06-22

L.A. youth delegation celebrates 45 years of friendship in Guangzhou

The Los Angeles "Youth Friendship Ambassador" delegation visited Yuexiu Park and toured the Guangzhou Urban Park Exhibition Hall on June 17. They also wrote messages on postcards and put them into a "Time Capsule" to commemorate the youth friendship between China and the United States.

2026-06-18

Italian and Chinese youths build friendship through music in Guangzhou

June 16, students from Confucius Institute at the University of Padova visited the High School Affiliated to Guangzhou University for a warm cultural exchange. The most touching moment is that teens from both countries sang "See You Again" together——melodies bridging language barriers, friendship growing softly through the music.

2026-09-08

LA youth envoys visit Guangzhou to celebrate 45 years of friendship

To celebrate the 45th anniversary of the sister-city relationship between Guangzhou and Los Angeles, a delegation of "Youth Envoys of Friendship" from Los Angeles—comprising 2 teachers and 14 college students—recently arrived in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area for a 10-day visit.

2026-06-17

A youth delegation from Los Angeles visits Guangzhou to celebrate 45th anniversary of sister-city relationship

At the Corporate Culture Exhibition Center of Guangzhou Public Transport Group Co., Ltd. and the Haixinsha Omni-Space Intelligent Experience Center on June 16, they gained first-hand insight into the city's technological advances, modern development, and innovative vitality.

2026-05-28

Global youth explore Guangzhou's green innovation

A delegation of eight students and teacher from the Geneva School of Diplomacy and International Relations arrived in Guangzhou, embarking on a cross-border exchange journey focused on the development of green industries.

2026-05-15

U.S. youths experience Guangzhou's tech and culture

Nine members and coaches of Utah Tech University's pickleball team visited Guangzhou for sports and cultural-tech exchanges. On May 14, they came to the Cloud Bay Embodied intelligence Innovation Center and went completely wild playing with the humanoid robots there.

2026-05-13

Canton Tower lights up for 2026 International Youth Poetry Festival

On the evening of May 12, Guangzhou's iconic Canton Tower in south China's Guangdong Province lit up with lovely designs of Youyou, the festival mascot, a lively deer with a milky white body and ice-blue antlers—to celebrate the 2026 International Youth Poetry Festival (China-Arab States Session).

2026-05-09

Young poets from China, Arab world gather in Guangzhou for 2026 International Youth Poetry Festival

The 2026 International Youth Poetry Festival (China-Arab States Session) runs from May 8 to 17 across Guangdong province and Beijing. It brings together more than 40 young poets and Chinese literature scholars from 13 Arab countries, including Saudi Arabia, Egypt, Syria and Morocco, alongside more than 40 Chinese poets and invited writers.

2026-04-24

Youth musicians from Brazil, China connect through music in Guangzhou

A youth orchestra from Brazil concluded its China tour in Guangzhou on April 21, joining students from Xinghai Conservatory of Music for a concert that blended Brazilian rhythms with Chinese songs.

2026-04-23

Chinese and Scottish youths build friendship through music in Guangzhou

On the afternoon of April 21, a unique choral showcase and exchange event took place at the Guangzhou Balcony of the Guangzhou Daily Center. The Guangzhou Little Petrel Children's Choir and the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland Choir jointly performed the classic Chinese folk song "Jasmine Flower."

2026-04-16

Telling the story of China-Vietnam friendship: Chinese and Vietnamese youth dialogue on media innovation and cooperation

On April 13, a dialogue on telling the story of China–Vietnam friendship was convened in Guangzhou, bringing together media professionals, digital creators, and youth leaders from both nations.