As the 140th Canton Fair opened in Guangzhou on October 14, a small but practical guide has been catching the attention of international buyers. The "2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure, produced by IP Guangdong, has been placed in exhibition halls, airports, metro stations, commercial districts, duty-free shops, hotels, and other locations where international visitors gather.
The brochure offers a comprehensive overview of Guangdong, with a focus on the province's investment environment and business opportunities. It also provides practical information on daily life, culture and travel, aiming to help international buyers quickly get to know Guangdong.
(Photo: Guo Hongda)
(Photo: Guo Hongda)
"2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure at Canton Fair exhibition halls (Photo: Chen Jinxia)
A Yemeni buyer said the brochure is great because it already includes all the places visitors should visit and the apps they need to use.
"Too many people here are coming to China for the first time, and they don't know how to use WeChat or Alipay, and also Taobao," the buyer said. "This one is really good."
"2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure at metro stations (Photo: Dai Bosi)
"2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure at metro stations (Photo: Chen Jinxia)
"I really like this brochure because it has a particular topic for each chapter, and I can easily find what I want," a Russian buyer said. "For example, food, travel information in Guangzhou, and some important events. So I think it's very useful."
She also praised the visa section. "It's very easy to find the necessary information. So I would recommend that everyone traveling in Guangzhou have such a brochure."
"Actually, there is a lot of information about nature and about culture," an Omani buyer said. "My advice for the people who are going to come to Guangzhou is to read this small guide. For example, about Canton Tower. I went to visit Canton Tower because of this notebook. It's amazing."
"2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure at Guangzhou South Railway Station (Photo: Dai Bosi)
"2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure at a duty-free shop (Photo: Chen Jinxia)
"I think the whole brochure is useful. There's a lot of information about every aspect of this town in it. I think that's phenomenal," a New Zealand buyer said.
He said the brochure helped him get around the city. "I didn't know how to get around. I was just riding the bus whenever I could, but now I know I can use other transport."
The buyer added that he would share the brochure with friends who plan to travel to China. "I'll definitely give this to my guys who will travel here. I'll give them the QR code for the online version. Then they'll know how to travel around Guangdong."
"2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure at Guangzhou Volunteer Service Station on Beijing Road (Photo: Chen Jinxia)
From practical travel tips to information on business and investment, the "2026 Guangdong Facts" brochure is not just a guide, but also a helpful companion for international buyers exploring Guangdong.
"I will always keep it with me," one international buyer said. "I will always remember it."
Reporter | Chen Jinxia
Video & Poster | Guo Hongda
Wang Junxiang also contributed to the article.
