Stories from Guangzhou · China

Five men and two women are suspected of corruption in connection with the bidding process for maintenance work on the Guangzhou Twin Towers. Police in Guangzhou arrested five men and two women for alleged corruption during a maintenance tender process for the Twin Towers.

The 139th Canton Fair concluded yesterday, attracting over 310,000 overseas buyers, setting new records for key performance indicators. The China Import and Export Fair, also known as the Canton Fair, has set a record for the number of buyers and the volume of trade. This indicates China's openness is creating global opportunities. The increasing openness of China is attracting global attention and opportunities, fostering integration and development for businesses. As of May 5th, Baiyun Airport customs has processed over 1.14 million inbound and outbound passengers, a 14.5% year-on-year increase, with foreign business travelers forming the main growth driver. The convenient and efficient entry policies are supporting global buyers and exhibitors in their business interactions, contributing to the economic effectiveness of the Canton Fair.

President Xi Jinping stated that the new era and new journey must continue to advance.

A high-efficiency water conservancy project is progressing, involving earth excavation and supporting works. The construction of the Shiziyang Channel, a key project in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, is progressing with the completion of a control structure on May 1st. The controlling project of the Pearl River Estuary's Yuegang-Macao Greater Bay Area Stoneziyang Channel, the Stoneziyang Bridge, completed its main block work on May 1st. This development, alongside increased domestic consumption during the May Day holiday, contributed to China's first-quarter GDP growth. Progress is being made on waterway projects in the Pearl River Delta, described as a golden waterway connecting rivers and seas and spanning north-south. Arsenal advanced to the Champions League semi-finals after defeating Atletico Madrid 1-0, winning 2-1 on aggregate.

Artificial intelligence is being used to manage modern agriculture, with applications including pest control via Beidou satellite technology and intelligent production lines requiring few workers to operate hundreds of machines.

Guangzhou is implementing emergency measures and urban management projects following 2025 floods. Guangzhou is implementing emergency actions for flood management following the 2025 flood season, with the city's understanding and actions significantly changed.

The 139th Canton Fair has attracted a large number of overseas business institutions, serving as an efficient platform for cooperation between Chinese and foreign enterprises. The report also touched on the difficulties faced by farmers in Gaza due to increased costs of seeds, fuel, and transportation, leading to a fivefold increase in tomato prices. The fair is scheduled to run until May 10th, with the last entry at 7 PM daily. The event is described as for finding business partners, especially in challenging economic environments. The source promoted a fruit powder product, stating it is very popular in mainland China and is currently offered as a buy-two-get-one-free deal with 30 packets per box.

More than 1 million inbound and outbound travelers have been processed at Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport during the 139th Canton Fair. The Canton Fair concluded on the same day. As of May 5th, Guangzhou Baiyun Airport has processed over 1.14 million inbound and outbound travelers, a 14.5% increase year-on-year. This represents a 14.5% increase compared to the same period last year. Foreign business travelers were identified as a primary driver of the increased passenger flow. The growth is attributed to efficient entry policies supporting the Canton Fair. Guangzhou Baiyun Airport recorded over 1,700 inbound and outbound flights between May 1 and May 5. Inbound and outbound personnel reached approximately 290,000, representing a 16% increase from the previous year. Foreign travelers accounted for over 540,000 arrivals, a 20.8% year-on-year increase.

Zhu Meilin's general store business in Guangzhou has prospered due to the city's convenient transportation, developed economy, and large population.

Foreign visitors are staying longer in China, with a increase in those obtaining visas or temporary entry permits for stays exceeding 10 days. Foreign businesspeople are not only frequent visitors but are also more willing to extend their stays compared to the past. Tourists have also praised the country's safety. Foreign tourists have expressed positive feedback regarding the safety measures and overall security in China. The increase in longer stays was noted by CNR Voice of China. The European Commission is responsible for economic affairs. The European Commission was also mentioned in relation to economic affairs on April 4th. The 48th World Skills Competition is scheduled to be held in Shanghai this September, with young participants honing their skills in preparation.