Hong Kong: New Travel Flexibility for Vehicles

Starting September 1, vehicles registered under Hong Kong’s Northbound Travel program can make weekday crossings into Guangdong without prior bookings. This applies every Tuesday and Wednesday, except during peak holiday times. The Transport Department aims to enhance convenience by posting a detailed schedule of no-booking days on their website.

Macao: Major Milestone at Qingmao Port

In less than four years since opening, Qingmao Port has facilitated over 100 million passenger trips between Macao and Zhuhai. This pedestrian-only crossing is now the second-busiest in the region, handling 16.3% of all passenger traffic last year. So far this year, it has seen an average of 98,000 daily crossings, showing a steady increase.

Guangzhou: Leading the Charge in Smart Vehicles

Guangzhou is becoming a regional leader in the smart connected vehicle sector. With 17 local companies conducting extensive tests, the area has logged 1.3 million hours and covered 24.4 million kilometers in autonomous driving trials. The city has ambitious plans, unveiling a 2025 action plan to boost policy and technological developments.

Shenzhen: A Magnet for Foreign Investments

Shenzhen is experiencing a surge in foreign investments, with 5,581 new enterprises launched in the first half of this year. This translates to an impressive 51.5% increase year-on-year, especially in the medical and telecommunications sectors, highlighting the city’s global attraction for capital.

Zhuhai: Drone Logistics Take Flight

Zhuhai has inaugurated the first long-distance drone logistics route in the Greater Bay Area. The drone's successful 82.9-kilometer flight from Zhuhai to Guangzhou drastically reduced delivery times by 60%, showcasing the potential of unmanned technology in revolutionizing logistics in the region.

Foshan: Pioneering Investment Measures

Foshan has introduced innovative investment promotion measures effective September 1, designed to foster a world-class business environment. The measures aim to streamline investments, with the city already signing agreements for significant projects worth nearly 200 billion yuan this year.

Huizhou: Air Quality Triumph

Huizhou boasts impressive air quality, ranking fourth among 168 major Chinese cities in the first half of 2023. With a remarkable 96.1% of days classified as having good air quality, the city is committed to further improving environmental conditions.

Dongguan: Commuting Made Easier

Exciting plans are underway to enhance regional transport links between Dongguan and Shenzhen. New metro projects promise to significantly reduce commuting times, increasing accessibility and connectivity for residents.

Zhongshan: Summer Tourism Boom

Zhongshan Passenger Port reported a significant uptick in tourist traffic during the summer holidays, with over 50,400 trips recorded in July alone. As a crucial transit hub, the port continues to thrive, catering to tourists and shoppers alike.

Jiangmen: Stable Economic Growth

Jiangmen’s economy held steady in the first half of the year, with a GDP growth of 2.7%. While fixed-asset investments experienced a decline, retail sales showcased a 3% increase, indicating a bounce-back in consumer confidence.

Zhaoqing: Foreign Trade Leader

Zhaoqing has outpaced other cities in Guangdong with a staggering 16.7% year-on-year growth in foreign trade. The city has forged strong ties with Belt and Road Initiative economies, highlighting its strategic role in international commerce.