
Recently, land parcel JGQG-D5-5—located northeast of the Guangzhou Petrochemical Ethylene Plant, east of the Kaida Road southern extension, and south of Dongji Road in Guangzhou’s Huangpu District—was successfully auctioned. The site is earmarked for the construction of the JD.com Guangzhou AI Manufacturing Industrial Park.

An aerial view of the lush greenery at Innovation Park

In the opening year of China’s 15th Five-Year Plan period, Guangzhou Development District and Huangpu District have achieved a robust start. In the first quarter of 2026, Huangpu recorded its fastest GDP growth in nearly four years. Profits of industrial enterprises above designated size reached RMB 13.04 billion, up 53.6% year on year—outperforming national, provincial, and municipal averages. The integrated circuit industry led the city with a growth rate of 35.2%, while AI-related industries expanded by over 30% overall, emerging as a new driver of industrial growth in the district.

Despite not being a traditional coffee-producing region, Guangzhou boasts 8,017 coffee shops, ranking second in China and first in South China. It serves as a vital gateway for global raw coffee beans entering China, a highland for innovative coffee trends, and a major hub for the export of smart coffee equipment. In recent years, leveraging its industrial capacity, technological prowess, and market consumption power, Guangzhou has built a comprehensive urban coffee industry. In 2025, the annual output value of Guangzhou's entire coffee industry chain reached 67 billion yuan, with raw bean imports accounting for 42% of the national total. A simple cup of coffee has become a window showcasing Guangzhou's commercial vitality, industrial upgrading, and consumer appeal.

With the theme "Canton Fair: Connecting the World for Mutual Benefit," the 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) opened in Guangzhou on April 15.

On April 15, the 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) opened in Guangzhou. The exhibition areas featuring enterprises from Guangzhou’s Huangpu District were bustling with visitors. Companies from Huangpu showcased a wide array of cutting-edge products, including new energy storage systems, high-end CNC machinery, intelligent robots, green environmental solutions, and customized home appliances. Relying on advanced technology, precise design, and highly stable supply chains, they continue to elevate the "Made in Guangzhou, Sold Worldwide" gold standard. Their global expansion has evolved from simply exporting products to exporting brands, technologies, and industry standards—using true strength to prove the slogan: "Guangzhou Goods Go Global, Huangpu Goods Lead the Pack!"

On April 15, the 139th China Import and Export Fair (Canton Fair) officially opened, once again drawing global attention to Guangzhou. Guangzhou Huatang Food Co., Ltd. ("Huatang Food"), located in Huangpu District, made another striking appearance at the fair, showcasing two flagship products from its time-honored brands: "Hongmian" refined sugar and "Guangshi" pineapple beer.

Recently, the Guangzhou Huangpu Public Security Bureau held a themed promotional event titled “Four Decades of Safeguarding Peace: 110 Forges Ahead with Courage and Perseverance” at the Huangpu Sports Center. Focusing on the 40-year development of China’s 110 emergency call service and new policing concepts, the event featured a range of themed areas, including a police history exhibition, interactive games, and on-site Spring Festival calligraphy. It also showcased the latest generation of police equipment, such as advanced police drones and bionic robotic dogs, allowing the public to gain a comprehensive, multi-faceted understanding of police work in a relaxed and cheerful atmosphere.

Recently, the “Widely Known” Social Science Lecture Series: documentary The Pearl River screening event was held at the Guangzhou Maritime Museum. The event was organized by the Guangzhou Association of Social Science Societies and Guangzhou Radio and Television, and hosted by the Guangzhou Maritime Museum.

The Greater Bay Area's first "healing power" art-inspired commercial district is arriving! Lingfeng Xintiandi in Huangpu, Guangzhou officially opens on January 29. Located in the core area of Guangzhou Science City, the project sits directly above Science City Station on Metro Line 21 (Exit A1). With the theme of "Dreamlike Cloud Valley," it integrates an ecological park, art IPs, and premium commercial formats, and is committed to creating a walkable, urban healing space where visitors can relax, stroll, and recharge. A series of exciting events awaits exploration.