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The 14th National People's Congress, China's top legislature, on March 5, featuring the Guangdong-HongKong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) in China's 15th Five-Year Plan (2026-2030) draft and Government Work Report! 📈 For 3 consecutive plans & 10 years straight, the GBA's growth shines—its economy surged 60% from 2016-2025! Covering <0.6% of China's land, it now drives 1/9 of national GDP. From infrastructure milestones to cross-border ties, watch how this vision transformed into reality! @ChineseEmbinUS @Nsababera_juju @zhang_heqing @ChinaEmbOttawa @MFA_China

Tradition meets innovation! 18 diplomatic envoys from 11 Caribbean and Pacific nations just explored Shantou and Chaozhou, discovering a unique blend of ancient heritage and high-tech modern momentum. What captured their hearts? From historic archways to vibrant light shows, watch the video to see their unforgettable journey through Eastern Guangdong!

#Business | #Maoming's #Dianbai’s 1,500-year-old scent is going global! 🪵✨ The 1st #China (Maoming) Dianbai Qinan Agarwood Expo kicked off with 200+ exhibitors and an 8-billion-yuan industry value. From traditional incense to essential oils, the "Wood of the Gods" now reaches Saudi Arabia and Europe. With 100,000 local jobs and 15 million yuan in first-day online sales, Dianbai is a modern trade powerhouse! 🌍✈️ Click to know more: info.newsgd.com/node_a42013034… #Agarwood #Guangdong #ChinaTrade #Heritage #GlobalMarket 🪵🏮

#Sports | 🏀🔥Tonight, March 21, the 2026 #Guangdong City Basketball League ignited the Tianhe Sports Center Gymnasium in #Guangzhou with a high-energy opening ceremony. All 21 city teams hit the floor, showcasing their local pride before kicking off the season with a creative joint shooting ceremony. The main event? A classic showdown between Guangzhou and Zhongshan that tipped off at 19:30. The road to the championship starts right here in the heart of the "City of Five Rams!" 🐑🏙️ Dive in: newsgd.com/node_d36b0ef83… #YueBA #GuangdongBasketball #ChinaSports #HoopsCulture #CityPride #BasketballSeason #GBA 🏀✨

#Technology | #China’s "low-altitude economy" just hit high gear! 🚗💨🛸 On March 20, the country's first national testing base for flying cars and autonomous vehicles officially launched in #Shaoguan, Northern #Guangdong. This 3.6-billion-yuan facility is a game-changer, featuring an 8.5km high-speed loop (280 km/h!) and the ability to test eVTOLs at altitudes up to 1,200 meters. From GAC Aion’s Robotaxis to next-gen flying cars, this one-stop hub is where the future of "road-air" travel is being built. 🚀🏗️ Dive in: newsgd.com/node_99363c4f3… #FlyingCars #Robotaxi #AutonomousDriving #SmartCity #ChinaTech #Innovation #LowAltitudeEconomy 🏎️🛰️

#Sports | #Guangdong hoops fever starts TONIGHT! The 2026 City Basketball League tips off with a massive #Guangzhou vs. #Zhongshan showdown. From now through August, 21 cities will battle for provincial glory! AI Fits Alert: We’re using AI to design custom jerseys inspired by local landmarks. Want to join the squad? Share your designs on Instagram @chinapop25 or TikTok @china_pop25! Click to know more: newsgd.com/node_7f7d9e984… #Basketball #YueBA #ChinaSports #AIFashion #CityPride #Hoops

#Guangzhou | Setting sail from the "Flower City" soon! 🚢🌸 China’s second domestically built large cruise ship, the Adora Flora City, officially undocked in Shanghai on March 20! Measuring a massive 341 meters, she’s even longer than her predecessor and is packed with Lingnan cultural charm and high-tech luxury. Scheduled for delivery by the end of this year, this floating "Flower City" will call Guangzhou #Nansha her home port, whisking over 5,000 passengers away on international adventures with ultra-fast 5-second customs clearance. 🌊✨ Dive in: newsgd.com/node_99363c4f3… #AdoraCruises #FloraCity #MadeInChina #CruiseLife #ChinaTravel #Maritime #Shanghai ⚓️🏙️

Upcoming live: Guangdong City Basketball League: Guangzhou vs Zhongshan Start time: Mar 21, 2026 07:00 pm (GMT+8) The 2026 Yue BA is scheduled to tip off on March 21 and will run through August. The tournament will bring together 21 representative teams from cities across the province, featuring 125 matchups. nflive.southcn.com/index?id=4881 #sports #basketball #Guangdong #Guangzhou #Zhongshan

#Kaleidoscope | Spring is in full bloom across Guangdong, with flowers and festivals lighting up the season. 🌸🌿 📍 Baomo Garden, Guangzhou – Cherry Blossom Festival 📍 Eighteen Arhats Mountain Forest Park, Guangzhou – Cherry Blossom Festival 📍 Gankeng Ancient Town, Shenzhen – Bougainvillea Festival & Huazhao Festival 📍 Zhan Yuan, Zhongshan – Huazhao Festival 📍 Xinghu Scenic Area, Zhaoqing – Huazhao Festival More: info.newsgd.com/node_8ac5858e3… #Guangdong #SpringGetaway #FlowerFestival #FlowerSeason #Travel #ChinaTravel

Amid ongoing strikes involving United States and Israel on Iran, global attention has largely focused on military developments—but the humanitarian toll is mounting. China has announced emergency humanitarian aid to Iran and neighboring countries such as Jordan, Lebanon, and Iraq. The Red Cross Society of China has also provided targeted support, including $200,000 in aid to families affected by an airstrike on a school in Minab.

#Agriculture | Rice planting season has begun in #Huizhou, #Guangdong—but with a high-tech twist. 🌾🚜In Xibu Village, autonomous machines and drones now handle the work, turning spring farming into a smart, efficient operation. newsgd.com/node_99363c4f3… #SmartFarming #AgriTech #Innovation

#Guangdong | The Xiankeng Village Conservation Project in #Heyuan, Guangdong has won an Award of Merit at the 2025 UNESCO Asia-Pacific Awards for Cultural Heritage Conservation. 🏛️ With a history of over 400 years, Xiankeng Village is a classic Lingnan Hakka settlement, home to nearly 20 preserved cultural relics. info.newsgd.com/node_ed2910caa… #CulturalHeritage #HakkaCulture #HeritageConservation

#Transportation | The joint one-stop service lanes for commercial vehicles at #Hengqin Port have processed 6.37 million vehicle trips since their full launch two years ago.🚛⏱️ Using a co-inspection model between the Chinese mainland and #Macao, vehicles can complete entry and exit checks in a single stop—cutting clearance time from about 8 minutes to under 100 seconds, with the fastest cases taking just 50 seconds. info.newsgd.com/node_73b711230… #GreaterBayArea #CrossBorder #ChinaTravel

#Transportation | Airports across #Guangdong are expanding routes for the 2026 summer–autumn season, boosting connections across Asia and China. ✈️🌏 At #Guangzhou Baiyun International Airport, a new Bishkek route launches March 29, while flights to Sydney increase and more Southeast Asia and domestic routes are added. #Shenzhen Bao'an International Airport is also ramping up international and domestic services. Meanwhile, regional hubs like Foshan, Zhanjiang, Zhuhai, Shaoguan, and Jieyang are adding or resuming routes, further strengthening the province's air network. info.newsgd.com/node_73b711230… #Aviation #AirTravel #FlightRoutes #ChinaTravel

#China | Harvey Dzodin, former director and vice president at ABC Television in New York, who was appointed by former U.S. President Jimmy Carter to serve as a lawyer on a presidential committee, recently launched his new book in Beijing. Titled "Dreaming Dragons or Meddlesome Mandarins: A Journey Together to Uncover China's Soul", the book offers a personal reflection on China and challenging what Dzodin sees as the West's distorted narratives. 📖🌏 newsgd.com/node_129978630… #HarveyDzodin #ChinaStories #GlobalDialogue

📍#Guangdong 🏀🔥 As dawn breaks, the game begins. The Guangdong City #Basketball League tips off, where sweat fuels dreams and every match sparks new courage. Play for the city, chase the win, and let passion ignite this spring. newsgd.com/node_d36b0ef83… #Sports #ChinaSports

#Easywaysto | Don’t let the "pollen punch" ruin your spring! 🌸🤧 As #Guangdong’s flowers hit peak bloom, allergy season is officially here. If you’re dealing with itchy eyes or a runny nose, keep these quick tips in mind↓ Enjoy the colors, stay comfortable! 🌷✨ Click to know more: info.newsgd.com/node_91423f6a5… #GuangdongSpring #PollenAllergy #HealthTips #lifehack #Wellness #StayHealthy #FlowerSeason #Healthcare

🐉 March 20 = Dragon‑Head‑Raising Festival!​ In Jiujiang Town, Foshan, 46 dragon boat teams​ race full‑throttle along a 700‑meter butterfly‑shaped course—drums thunder, waves fly, and Lingnan’s dragon boat culture roars back to life. A fresh start, a surge of prosperity, and a year of joy from the first splash! 🚣💥 👇 Feel the energy: 🔗 newsgd.com/node_d36b0ef83… #DragonBoat #Longtaitou #Foshan #Guangdong #Festival #Culture #Race #Spring #Tradition #Energy

One day, you will visit the Danxia Mountain in Shaoguan and experience the world-renowned geological marvel. 👇 Explore more about this UNESCO‑recognized wonder: 🔗 newsgd.com/node_d36b0ef83… #Danxia #Geology #Travel #China #NaturalWonders #Mountains #Adventure #Guangdong #Shaoguan