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BASF launches world-scale Verbund site in Zhanjiang powered by 100% renewable electricity
On March 26, German chemical giant BASF officially commissioned its new, world-scale integrated (Verbund) production site in Zhanjiang, Guangdong province. Representing a total investment of 8.7 billion euros, it is the largest single wholly foreign-owned project by a German company in China.
Guangdong expands cross-border trade facilitation pilot cities to five
Since March 2026, the General Administration of Customs of China has launched a nationwide cross-border trade facilitation campaign across 45 cities. In Guangdong, the number of pilot cities has increased to five, adding Zhuhai and Foshan to the existing Guangzhou, Shenzhen, and Dongguan.
Guangzhou launches multi-sector vouchers to spice up province-wide mass basketball league
Guangdong's capital city, Guangzhou, is rolling out vouchers and discounts for food, shopping, and tourism to amp up your excitement for attending the 2026 Guangdong City Basketball League ("Yue BA," also "粤BA"), which kicked off on March 21.
Catalan official: Catalonia, Guangdong can work on clean energies and EV
Guangdong expands cross-border trade facilitation pilot cities to five
Guangzhou launches multi-sector vouchers to spice up province-wide mass basketball league
Global buyers flock to Guangdong's Shantou for textile sourcing opportunities
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Guangdong launches initiative to attract one million young talents in 2026
Guangdong Province on March 15 launched the 2026 "Millions of Talents Gather in Guangdong" Initiative in Guangzhou, a program aimed at attracting over one million college graduates to work or start businesses in the province this year.
Guangdong: First stop for "Becoming Chinese"
In recent days, "Becoming Chinese" has sparked a global trend on overseas social media platforms. More and more foreigners are no longer satisfied with online experiences and are traveling to China in person, with Guangdong—where tradition and modernity blend—as their first stop.
Guangdong launches initiative to attract one million young talents in 2026
Looking for a job? Guangdong is calling!
Guangdong: First stop for "Becoming Chinese"
A Guangdong-made charging cable going viral on TikTok
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Members allocate $13.5 bln reinvestment in 3-5 years: AmCham South China
In light of the recently released 2026 Chinese government work report, Harley Seyedin, Chairman and President of the American Chamber of Commerce in South China (AmCham South China), shared his insights on the implications of the report.
China's strong economic performance keeps it an attractive market for EU businesses: EU Chamber VP
Fabian Blake, Vice President of the European Union Chamber of Commerce in China and Chairman of the South China Board, lauded China's economic development, affirming that achieving around 5% GDP growth for an economy the size of China is a "great performance."
Former Slovenian president: a confident China offers partnerships the world needs in volatile times
As the fourth session of the 14th National People's Congress convenes in Beijing, the government work report has set China's growth target for 2026 at 4.5 to 5% — the first year of the 15th Five-Year Plan period. The new blueprint, covering 2026 through 2030, marks a critical stage on China's path toward socialist modernization by 2035.
Huaqiangbei's AI Boom: Top eight products reveal China's fastest-growing tech market
Huaqiangbei, in the heart of Shenzhen, is one of China's largest and most famous electronics markets. Once known as "China's No.1 Electronics Street" for assembly, trading, and imitation, the district has now evolved into a global AI hardware hub, defining innovation, creating new product categories, and shaping consumer demand.
U.S. business optimism in China rises despite persistent tariff pressures: AmCham South China report
The proportion of American companies expressing optimism about their business prospects in China rose by four percentage points year-on-year to 61 percent in 2025, despite continued pressure from bilateral tariffs, according to a report released on March 10 by the American Chamber of Commerce in South China.
Tax relief boost: Canton Fair enhances duty-free policy for imported exhibits through 2030
Under the updated policy, imported exhibits sold during the fair will continue to benefit from exemptions on import duties, import-value added tax (VAT), and consumption tax, provided they fall within specified quotas.
Former Slovenian president: a confident China offers partnerships the world needs in volatile times
Huaqiangbei's AI Boom: Top eight products reveal China's fastest-growing tech market
U.S. business optimism in China rises despite persistent tariff pressures: AmCham South China report
Tax relief boost: Canton Fair enhances duty-free policy for imported exhibits through 2030
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How AI reshapes manufacturing and services in Guangdong
Consuls General in Guangzhou set sights on APEC 2026 in Shenzhen
China maintains strong growth momentum, driven by advanced technology and an open market: German expert
Highlights of China's newly revised Foreign Trade Law
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Why the world buys clothes in Guangzhou?
In 2025, Guangdong exported over 200 billion yuan worth of textiles and garments to the world. Meanwhile, Guangzhou's clothing, footwear and bag wholesale center is now entering one of the busiest periods of the year. What exactly are overseas buyers choosing, and why do they keep coming back?
China Cultural and Tourism Gala (Spring Festival Special) opens in Guangdong's Yangjiang
Visitors can explore a dedicated lifestyle and consumption area highlighting Yangjiang's local products and everyday culture, alongside three curated market zones featuring traditional handicrafts, fresh seafood, and festive Chinese New Year goods.
Guangzhou opens new direct air link to Cambodia's Sihanoukville
Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport has added a new international route, linking Guangzhou with Sihanoukville, one of Cambodia's fastest-growing seaside destinations, after Cambodia Angkor Air launched direct flights between the two cities on February 10.
Foshan's Nanhai launches cross-border E-commerce product selection center
Through immersive scenario-based displays, the center showcases premium products from competitive local industries in the Nanhai District of Foshan, including new energy, healthcare and wellness, home living, household appliances, and outdoor supplies.
Guangzhou Baiyun Airport T3 international departure & arrival guide
China Cultural and Tourism Gala (Spring Festival Special) opens in Guangdong's Yangjiang
Guangzhou opens new direct air link to Cambodia's Sihanoukville
Foshan's Nanhai launches cross-border E-commerce product selection center
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Several rail & highway projects in GBA underway to enhance connectivity between key cities
Significant progress has been reported on several major infrastructure projects within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA), promising to drastically reduce travel times and enhance connectivity between key cities.
Maoming leads east, west, north Guangdong in GDP during 14th Five-Year Plan
Maoming, a coastal city in western Guangdong, saw its economic aggregate scale reach new heights, surpassing 400 billion yuan and ranking first among cities in eastern, western, and northern Guangdong during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025).
Zhanjiang sees annual growth of 7.5% in foreign trade during 14th Five-Year Plan period
Zhaoqing forges new growth through emerging industries during China's 14th Five-Year Plan period
Maoming leads east, west, north Guangdong in GDP during 14th Five-Year Plan
Canton Fair Complex to launch "one-click navigation" smart system in 2026
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Shantou's foreign capital utilization grows 25.4% annually during 14th Five-Year Plan
Shantou, a coastal city in eastern Guangdong, experienced an average annual growth of 25.4% in the actual use of foreign capital during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), according to a press conference held in Guangzhou on January 4, as part of a series reviewing the province's development during this planning period.
Jiangmen's GDP growth ranks 4th in Guangdong Province, achieving new progress in high-quality development
Since the start of the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), Jiangmen's regional gross domestic product (GDP) has surpassed 420 billion yuan, with an average annual growth rate of 5.2% over the first four years.
Huizhou's first Bonded Logistics Center clears final inspection, set to boost regional manufacturing
This final step paves the way for the center to start operations upon formal approval, offering functions like bonded warehousing and international distribution to support the regional manufacturing industry.
Shantou's foreign capital utilization grows 25.4% annually during 14th Five-Year Plan
Jiangmen's GDP growth ranks 4th in Guangdong Province, achieving new progress in high-quality development
Huizhou's first Bonded Logistics Center clears final inspection, set to boost regional manufacturing
Maldives International Business Center launched in Guangzhou's Nansha
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Two new high-speed railways open, linking Pearl River Delta with eastern and western Guangdong within 2 hours
On December 22, the Guangzhou-Zhanjiang High-Speed Railway was put into operation, reducing the travel time from Guangzhou to the westernmost city in the province to just 1.5 hours. At the same time, the Shantou South-Shantou section of the high-speed railway commenced operations, allowing travel between Guangzhou and Shantou, an eastern city in Guangdong, in just 2 hours.
South China’s Guangdong welcomes its fourth airport with 10 million annual passengers
On December 24, Jieyang Chaoshan International Airport in South China's Guangdong province recorded its 10-millionth passenger of the year, becoming the province's fourth airport to reach this milestone, after Guangzhou Baiyun Airport, Shenzhen Bao'an Airport, and Zhuhai Jinwan Airport.
Second batch of Guangdong's characteristic shopping towns announced, integrating culture, tourism, commerce, and cuisine
The 2025 list of Guangdong Province's characteristic shopping towns was recently released, featuring a total of 34 towns (subdistricts) across the province. These towns provide consumers and tourists with rich, high-quality, and specialized shopping experiences.
Follow Guangdong city catering brand matrix to explore cuisines of all 21 prefecture-level cities
Calling all foodies in Guangdong! Expats living here are in for a treat—all 21 cities in the province are launching official Yue Cuisine recommendations. It's time to grab your food map and embark on a delicious journey across Guangdong!
Second batch of Guangdong's characteristic shopping towns announced, integrating culture, tourism, commerce, and cuisine
Follow Guangdong city catering brand matrix to explore cuisines of all 21 prefecture-level cities
2025 Guangzhou Film Expo concludes with over 6.6 billion yuan in intended transactions
Guangzhou launches 2025 car parade highlighting technology, culture and urban life
