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Guangzhou highlights 4.4% YoY growth in bilateral trade with ROK
Macao International Airport's Hengqin upstream cargo terminal project officially launched
Guangzhou Metro announces enhanced security checks, advises passengers to plan ahead
Unmanned low-altitude tourism project lands in Shantou's Nan'ao Island
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Didi at the Hall | One needs to understand Chinese modernization for understanding China: experts
How should we understand China, a major global power, especially in the face of unprecedented challenges worldwide? With this being the fourth time the conference has been held in Guangzhou, a key city within the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, does this region hold particular significance in understanding China's development?

Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport to shorten check-in cut-off time to within 60 minutes from December 6
Starting from December 6, 2024, all international outbound passengers departing from Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport will have more check-in time since the airport announced shortening the check-in cut-off time for all international outbound passengers to within 60 minutes (inclusive) of the scheduled departure.
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HK business representatives marvel at technological development in GBA mainland cities
On November 25-26, over 80 representatives from the Hong Kong SAR Government embarked on a visit to the mainland cities of the GBA, heading to Foshan, Huangpu and Nansha in Guangzhou, and Dongguan. The group visited the Ancestral Temple, planning exhibition hall, eVTOL demonstrations, and representative enterprises, covering fields such as economy, technology, tourism, culture, and more.

Huangmaohai Sea-Crossing Passage set to open in December
On November 25th, the Huangmaohai Sea-Crossing Passage passed its inspection and acceptance, marking the successful completion of all construction tasks for this national key cross-sea channel project, which underwent a year and a half of preparatory work followed by four years of construction. The Passage is now poised to officially open in December of this year.
The 2nd China International Supply Chain Expo kicks off with 56 Guangdong enterprises participating
Yunfu set as terrestrial wildlife sanctuary with year-round hunting ban
HK business representatives marvel at technological development in GBA mainland cities
Huangmaohai Sea-Crossing Passage set to open in December
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Guangzhou fully prepared for the 21st China International Agricultural Trade Fair, debuting in the Greater Bay Area
This year's event marks a historic milestone, as it will be held for the first time in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, co-hosted alongside the Guangdong Modern Agricultural Expo.

Guangzhou's Huadu Economic Development Zone Upgraded to National Economic and Technological Development Zone
The Guangzhou Huadu Economic Development Zone has been officially upgraded to a national economic and technological development zone, following the approval from the State Council on October 30.
2024 GBA Cultural Industry Investment Conference eyes tech-culture fusion and Chinese culture's global influence
Guangzhou fully prepared for the 21st China International Agricultural Trade Fair, debuting in the Greater Bay Area
Guangzhou's Huadu Economic Development Zone Upgraded to National Economic and Technological Development Zone
Macao blossoms after 25 years of reunification
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China's biggest airshow opens in Zhuhai
Chen Yong, secretary of the Zhuhai Municipal Committee of the Communist Party of China, elaborated at the opening ceremony that the 15th China International Aviation and Aerospace Exhibition – a biennial event also known as Airshow China – has set up, for the first time a second exhibition area dedicated to drones and unmanned vessels, as well as an exhibition hall featuring the low-altitude economy. The total exhibition area exceeds 800,000 square meters.

Guangdong foreign trade grows 10.6% in first ten months of 2024
According to the Guangdong Sub-administration of GACC, Guangdong’s foreign trade reached 7.52 trillion yuan from January to October, marking a 10.6% year-on-year increase and accounting for 20.9% of China’s total trade, which grew 5.2% nationwide.

Italian President marvels at Guangzhou's new central axis: "An astonishing pace of development!"
"The transformation of Zhujiang New Town into a thriving, modern hub in just over two decades is truly remarkable," exclaimed Italian President Sergio Mattarella as he gazed upon the nightscape of Guangzhou from the 108th-floor Cloud Observation Deck and Star Observation Deck of Canton Tower on the evening of November 11.

US higher education leaders assert the need to cooperate with China amidst challenges
A group of global university presidents, heads of international organizations, and scholars gathered at Sun Yat-sen University on November 11 for a forum to celebrate the centennial anniversary of the prestigious university in South China.

Airbus Helicopters opens new headquarters in Hengqin
During the 15th Airshow China, Airbus Helicopters, a subsidiary of Airbus, the European aircraft manufacturer and the world's largest helicopter manufacturer, officially opened its new headquarters in the Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin.
Italian President marvels at Guangzhou's new central axis: "An astonishing pace of development!"
What grasped the attention of the President of National Assembly of Hungary in Guangzhou?
US higher education leaders assert the need to cooperate with China amidst challenges
Airbus Helicopters opens new headquarters in Hengqin
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Top 100 Foreign-invested Enterprises in Guangdong announced: $36.6 billion investment
On November 7, 2024, the Top 100 Foreign-invested Enterprises in Guangdong was released at the Baiyun International Convention Center in Guangzhou, the first event for the 2024 Global Investment Promotion Conference for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA).

Guangdong hosts cooperation & exchange conference with multinational enterprises at CIIE
The 7th China International Import Expo (CIIE) will kick off on November 5, bringing together global businesses and showcasing China's open market while facilitating international cooperation. On the eve of the event, the Department of Commerce of Guangdong Province held a cooperation and exchange meeting with multinational companies in Shanghai to showcase the development potential and investment opportunities in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Greater Bay Area Science Forum set for November 16-18 with events in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao
The Guangdong Provincial Government, in conjunction with the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region Government and the Macao Special Administrative Region Government, has scheduled the 2024 Greater Bay Area Science Forum (GSF) to take place from November 16th to 18th, 2024, across the three regions.
Exploring Greater Bay Area innovations at the 7th China International Import Expo
Guangdong hosts cooperation & exchange conference with multinational enterprises at CIIE
7th CIIE kicks off with record-breaking participation and strong Guangdong presence
Greater Bay Area Science Forum set for November 16-18 with events in Guangdong, Hong Kong, and Macao
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Global scientific minds converge in Guangzhou for 2024 World Laureates Greater Bay Area Forum
On October 29th, the 2024 World Laureates Greater Bay Area Forum convened at One Pengrui in Guangzhou, bringing together Nobel Laureates and global thought leaders under the theme "Journey With the World." Jointly hosted by the Parkland Foundation and the WLA Foundation, the forum sought to amplify Guangzhou's role as a dynamic center for science and technology in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.

Second episode of the Canton Fair Business Tour: what are the favorites of Canton Fair international purchasers?
On October 27, GDToday invited international purchasers from the U.K., Begium, Tajikistan and more to emark on the second episode of the Canton Fair Business Tour, offering a unique opportunity for international guests of the Canton Fair to delve into Baiyun District of Guangzhou.

Representatives from intl sister cities seek to work on energy technology with GBA
From October 29 to 30, as invited by the Guangdong People's Association for Friendship with Foreign Countries, a delegation of representatives from international sister cities and friendly organizations in five countries, including South Korea, Russia, Serbia, Tunisia, and Vietnam, arrived in Shenzhen for a visit.

ARJ21 jetliner connects Guangzhou and Manado with its longest commercial route
China's domestically produced aircraft, the ARJ21, successfully completed its longest commercial flight on Tuesday, landing at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport after departing from Sam Ratulangi International Airport in Manado, Indonesia.

Nanzhong Expressway opens, cutting travel from Nansha to Zhongshan to 15 minutes
The Nanzhong Expressway, connecting Nansha in Guangzhou to Zhongshan, opened at 3 PM October 30. This infrastructure links the cities of Guangzhou, Zhongshan, and Shenzhen, integrating various expressways and national highways, to enhance connectivity in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area.
Second episode of the Canton Fair Business Tour: what are the favorites of Canton Fair international purchasers?
Representatives from intl sister cities seek to work on energy technology with GBA
ARJ21 jetliner connects Guangzhou and Manado with its longest commercial route
Nanzhong Expressway opens, cutting travel from Nansha to Zhongshan to 15 minutes
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Data Explorer | Guangdong's foreign trade grows 11.1% in Q1-Q3 2024, outpacing national average
In a recent press conference, the Guangdong Sub-administration of GACC reported that the province's foreign trade reached 6.75 trillion yuan in the first three quarters of 2024, marking a year-on-year growth of 11.1%. The growth rate surpasses the national average by 5.8 percentage points, with exports totaling 4.39 trillion yuan (up 9.1%) and imports at 2.36 trillion yuan (up 15%).

Data Explorer | Guangdong's GDP approaches 10 trillion yuan, with 3.4% growth in Q1-Q3 2024
Guangdong achieved a GDP of 9,993.918 billion yuan, representing a 3.4% year-on-year increase, according to the report of the province's economic performance for the first three quarters of 2024 released by the Guangdong Provincial Bureau of Statistics on October 21.

Benefits, useful tips, and reminders for Canton Fair participants
The second phase of the 136th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) will be held at the Pazhou Complex in Haizhu District, Guangzhou, from October 23 to October 27. We have compiled information on Canton Fair benefits, buyer certificate registration offices in Haizhu District, airlines that offer check-in services at the Pazhou Ferry Terminal, and more. Keep this handy!
Data Explorer | Guangdong's foreign trade grows 11.1% in Q1-Q3 2024, outpacing national average
Data Explorer | Guangdong's GDP approaches 10 trillion yuan, with 3.4% growth in Q1-Q3 2024
Benefits, useful tips, and reminders for Canton Fair participants
UK unveils new visa application centre in Guangzhou