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2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament (Yangshan Station) Kicks Off

The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Dragon Boat Invitational Tournament (Yangshan Station) commenced on June 13th in Yangshan County, Qingyuan City. Eighteen dragon boat teams competed on the Lianjiang River, attracting tens of thousands of spectators. The event featured traditional ceremonies and performances, with local team Xiaojiang Town winning the local group and Guangzhou Zengcheng Xintang Town Dragon Boat Association winning the invitation group.

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Guangzhou Nansha Seizes Golden Opportunity for Greater Bay Area Yacht Freedom

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Guangzhou Nansha Seizes Golden Opportunity for Greater Bay Area Yacht Freedom

Guangzhou's Nansha district is implementing measures to capitalize on the Greater Bay Area's yacht freedom policy. The policy allows Hong Kong and Macao yachts to enter mainland waters without guarantees, facilitating tourism and industry growth.

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Beijing official visits Hengqin to boost HK, Macau alignment with 5-year plan

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Beijing official visits Hengqin to boost HK, Macau alignment with 5-year plan

Xia Baolong, Beijing's top official for Hong Kong and Macau, visited the Hengqin cooperation zone to promote alignment with China's 15th five-year plan. The visit aimed to deepen integration into the Greater Bay Area and support Hong Kong and Macau in serving national development.

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Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area International Trains Exceed 20,000 Cars This Year

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Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area International Trains Exceed 20,000 Cars This Year

The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area has seen its international trains exceed 20,000 car departures this year, with a value surpassing 9 billion yuan, a 40% year-on-year increase. This surge reflects the region's robust foreign trade and the growing importance of rail transport for exports.

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Greater Bay Area Eases Yacht Import Rules for Hong Kong, Macau

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Greater Bay Area Eases Yacht Import Rules for Hong Kong, Macau

China's State Council has approved temporary adjustments to customs regulations in the nine mainland cities of the Greater Bay Area, allowing yachts from Hong Kong and Macau to enter without guarantees and with temporary nationality registration. This policy aims to significantly lower barriers for yacht travel, boost the industry, and enhance regional connectivity.

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Ningxia's cool-climate vegetables arrive in Greater Bay Area within 3 days

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Ningxia's cool-climate vegetables arrive in Greater Bay Area within 3 days

Ningxia's cool-climate vegetables, including choi sum and gai lan, are entering their peak harvest season. These popular vegetables can reach supermarkets in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area in as little as 3 days, thanks to efficient cold chain logistics.

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Hong Kong promotes Northern Metropolis to ASEAN businesses

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Hong Kong promotes Northern Metropolis to ASEAN businesses

Hong Kong is boosting efforts to make its Northern Metropolis a hub for ASEAN businesses looking to access the Greater Bay Area. A delegation of diplomats and business leaders from Southeast Asia toured the development zone, highlighting opportunities in innovation, technology, and logistics.

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Guangzhou-Guangzhou South Railway Link Section Connects, Boosting Greater Bay Area Transport

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Guangzhou-Guangzhou South Railway Link Section Connects, Boosting Greater Bay Area Transport

The first section of the Xilang Tunnel for the Guangzhou-Guangzhou South Railway Link has been successfully completed with the "Yongqing Hao" shield machine emerging from 66 meters underground. This project, a key part of the Greater Bay Area's transport network, will significantly improve rail connectivity, allowing high-speed trains to reach Guangzhou's city center.

Guangxi Town's Deep Mountain Hot Springs Become a Favorite in the Greater Bay Area

南乡镇的温泉产业已形成完整产业链，吸引粤港澳大湾区游客，带动当地村民返乡创业就业，年收入可观。

Beijing Appoints Yuan Gujie as Deputy Director of Hong Kong Liaison Office

Beijing has appointed Yuan Gujie, a senior Guangdong official with a legal background, as a deputy director of its liaison office in Hong Kong, succeeding Liu Guangyuan.

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Regional Companies Cautious on Hiring Amid Global Downturn

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5/30/2026AI summary

Regional Companies Cautious on Hiring Amid Global Downturn

A study by KOS International and Sun Yat-sen University reveals over 70% of 116 polled regional companies plan fewer than 30 new hires in the next 3-5 years, citing cautious business expansion due to the global economic downturn, while highlighting demand for hybrid tech-management professionals.

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2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth (School) Badminton League Concludes in Guangzhou

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5/25/2026AI summary

2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth (School) Badminton League Concludes in Guangzhou

The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth (School) Badminton League concluded in Guangzhou on May 24th. The event featured 33 teams across five age groups, fostering youth exchange and sportsmanship within the region.

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China Customs to Release Greater Bay Area Trade Data Jointly with Hong Kong, Macao

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China Customs to Release Greater Bay Area Trade Data Jointly with Hong Kong, Macao

China's General Administration of Customs will collaborate with Hong Kong and Macao to compile and release foreign trade statistics for the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area as a whole. This initiative aims to enhance data transparency and facilitate a more comprehensive understanding of the region's economic development.

2026 Greater Bay Area Low-Carbon Metallurgy and Advanced Metal Materials Technology Exchange Conference Opens in Guangzhou

The 2026 Greater Bay Area Low-Carbon Metallurgy and Advanced Metal Materials Technology Exchange Conference opened in Guangzhou on May 23. A joint R&D base for the national key laboratory for green and low-carbon steel metallurgy was unveiled.

Guangdong-Mendoza Economic and Trade Cooperation Exchange and Greater Bay Area Business Opportunities Promotion Conference Held in Argentina

A "Guangdong-Mendoza Economic and Trade Cooperation Exchange and Greater Bay Area Business Opportunities Promotion Conference" was held in Mendoza, Argentina on May 20th, focusing on economic and trade cooperation and investment opportunities.

2026 Greater Bay Area Taekwondo Competition Opens in Enping

The "Hong Kong Jockey Club Cup" 2026 Greater Bay Area Taekwondo Competition opened in Enping City, Guangdong Province on May 23rd. Over 500 young athletes from the Greater Bay Area's "9+2" cities are participating in the two-day event.

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Hong Kong's First Astronaut to Operate Earth Emission Observatory on Tiangong

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Hong Kong's First Astronaut to Operate Earth Emission Observatory on Tiangong

Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, will operate a new Earth emission observatory on the Tiangong space station. Developed locally, the observatory will monitor greenhouse gas emissions, providing data to help reduce carbon sources in mainland China.

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Hong Kong's first astronaut to operate local carbon observatory in space

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Hong Kong's first astronaut to operate local carbon observatory in space

Hong Kong's first astronaut, Lai Ka-ying, will operate a locally developed Multi-Spectral Imaging Carbon Observatory on the Tiangong space station to monitor greenhouse gas emissions, aiming to provide data for reducing carbon sources in mainland China.

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2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth Badminton League Opens in Guangzhou

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5/23/2026AI summary

2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth Badminton League Opens in Guangzhou

The 2026 Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area Youth Badminton League commenced on May 23 in Guangzhou, featuring 317 young athletes from 33 schools across the region's 11 cities, covering all educational levels.

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Pan-Greater Bay Area Transportation Data Alliance Established in Guangzhou

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Pan-Greater Bay Area Transportation Data Alliance Established in Guangzhou

A new alliance uniting over 60 entities from six provinces and regions in the Pan-Greater Bay Area was formed in Guangzhou to break down data silos and enable real-time sharing of cross-provincial travel information for improved safety and efficiency.

Hong Kong's Yacht Tourism Hurdles: Licensing Barriers

Hong Kong's yacht tourism faces a significant barrier beyond infrastructure: its strict and non-reciprocal operator licensing system, hindering international sailors.

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EcoCeres to invest HK$10 billion in sustainable aviation fuel plants in Greater Bay Area

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5/5/2026

EcoCeres to invest HK$10 billion in sustainable aviation fuel plants in Greater Bay Area

A biofuel company backed by the family office of tycoon Peter Lee Ka-kit will invest HK$10 billion (US$1.3 billion) in sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) production plants in the Greater Bay Area, a project that Hong Kong’s leader has hailed as a “milestone” collaboration between the city and mainland China. EcoCeres, a Hong Kong-based renewable fuel producer backed by the tycoon - who is also chairman of Towngas - unveiled on Tuesday plans to build an SAF plant in Dongguan as part of a green...

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Guangdong to ‘actively align’ with Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis push

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4/29/2026

Guangdong to ‘actively align’ with Hong Kong’s Northern Metropolis push

Guangdong province will “actively align” with Hong Kong’s strategy for the Northern Metropolis megaproject and highlight areas of collaboration as part of the province’s 15th five-year plan. The Guangdong provincial government on Tuesday published its development blueprint, with the term “Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macau Greater Bay Area” mentioned 57 times in the document and a chapter dedicated to the region’s development. Its proposal for economic and social development, as part of Beijing’s...

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Cross-Border Yacht Scheme Set to Launch This Summer for Greater Bay Area

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Cross-Border Yacht Scheme Set to Launch This Summer for Greater Bay Area

A long-awaited cross-border solo travel scheme will allow yachts from Macau and Hong Kong to sail to about six designated ports in western waters off the Greater Bay Area, with the policy expected to be finalized as early as summer 2026. A Guangdong provincial government document outlines routes including Castle Peak Bay, Pearl River Delta, Fan Lau Kok, and waters around the Wanshan islands. Initial applicants will be limited to Hong Kong and Macau residents holding mainland travel permits, excluding foreigners with home-return permits.

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