2025 marks the final year of the 14th Five-Year Plan. Over the past year, we have thoroughly studied and implemented Xi Jinping Thought on Diplomacy, fully implemented the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping's important speeches and instructions during his inspections of Guangdong and Guangzhou, kept in mind "the big picture of the country", actively served China's major-country diplomacy with Chinese characteristics, and made Guangzhou an important window for the world to understand China.
In 2025, Guangzhou didn't just open its doors—it ignited a new era of global connectivity. By fully leveraging the power of foreign affairs, we have injected vibrant momentum into the city's high-quality development, positioning Guangzhou as a premier gateway for international exchange. Our global network is more active than ever, reinforcing Guangzhou's stature as a world-class international hub.
We have deepened the bond between Guangzhou, Hong Kong, and Macao. From collaborative development to the joint hosting of the National Games, we have used the spirit of "Foreign Affairs + Sports" to bridge hearts and consolidate our shared cultural foundation. Every initiative this year has strengthened the roots of the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, turning regional cooperation into a global success story.
Walking through 2025 together, we have witnessed a city that speaks to the world with warmth, ambition, and heart. Watch the video below to revisit Guangzhou's most splendid chapters of the year—a journey of engagement, innovation, and unity from the very heart of the Greater Bay Area.
Source | Guangzhou Foreign Affairs Office
