The 5-day 21st China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF) kicked off in Guangdong province, China's economic powerhouse, on May 22.

Guangdong province in southern China unveiled a new slate of policies to boost the province's cultural industries and promote international cultural exchange on May 22, the opening day of the 21st China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair (ICIF).

The 5-day 21st China (Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair commenced in Guangdong province, China's economic powerhouse, on May 22. On the same day, Guangdong announced a series of policies aimed at promoting the development of the gaming industry through measures such as financial subsidies.

The Guangdong delegation, including renowned brands such as Guangzhou Restaurant and XPENG, dazzled global participants at the 4th China-Central and Eastern European Countries (CEEC) Expo and International Consumer Goods Fair, being held in Ningbo, Zhejiang province, from May 22 to 25.

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area–Africa (Egypt) Economic and Trade Exchange Conference was held in Cairo, Egypt, on May 19, bringing together senior officials and business leaders to enhance cooperation between China and Egypt --two of the world's oldest civilizations.

Guangzhou's foreign trade posted significant growth in the first four months of 2025, reaching a total value of RMB 400.2 billion (approx. USD 55.3 billion), according to Guangzhou Customs.