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2026 marks the first year of China's 15th Five-Year Plan. Against this backdrop, China's Two Sessions have drawn widespread attention. The world is looking to the Two Sessions to better understand potential changes in China's macroeconomic policies. So, what signals has China sent? Facing major global changes, what impact will China's development have on the international landscape? On these questions, we conducted an exclusive interview with Fabrizio Hochschild, former Under-Secretary-General of the United Nations.
Glocal6,391,790 views • 2 months ago
GenZ Pop Quiz｜Bags Unpacked: What are the "Guangdong-Made" Products International Students Always Bring Home? Remember the Milan hotel clerk who went viral for his love of Chinese candy? That one crisp candy sparked a heartwarming "cross-border candy relay." But here's the thing: Guangdong, the factory of the world, has more than just candy. From the drones buzzing above us to the air conditioners keeping us cool, from the snacks filling our shopping carts to the smart phones at our fingertips—"Guangdong-made products" are woven into the fabric of our everyday lives. So, which of these local gems have won the hearts of young international students living right here in Guangdong? Let's find out.
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Echoes of History: Tracing Wartime Footprints in Guangdong with Belarusian Blogger This year marks the 80th anniversary of the victory in the Chinese People's War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. In Dongguan, South China's Guangdong Province, an exhibition showcasing Guangdong's wartime cartoons and woodcuts kicked off on Aug. 29. Belarusian blogger Vika, a long-time resident in Guangdong, explored the exhibition. She was not only shocked by the scale of suffering but also deeply touched by the dauntless resistance spirit of the local people. Let's relive Guangdong's wartime history with Vika and honor the sacrifices made. CHINA MFA Spokesperson 中国外交部发言人 Belarus MFA 🇧🇾 薛剑XueJian Wonderful Dongguan DongguanToday
Glocal1,101,576 views • 9 months ago
GenZ Pop Quiz | Young Pioneers in Sports: How Dragon Boating Becomes a New Fashion Among Gen Z? The 15th National Games of the People's Republic of China will be jointly hosted by Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao from November 9 to 21, 2025. As more and more young athletes and sports enthusiasts are stepping onto the stage of the National Games this year, what fresh trends and vitality are they bringing to China's sports events and industry? "Young Pioneers in Sports" special series, launched by SFC's original program GenZ Pop Quiz, showcases the new energy, new trends, and new opportunities across different sports at this edition of the National Games. In Episode 1 of our series "Young Pioneers in Sports," we dived into the dragon boat event of China's 15th National Games' mass competition, and chatted with young athletes and industry insiders to uncover: Why is this millennia-old tradition captivating Gen Z? How is the dragon boat culture being revitalized today? Join us to find out together! 薛剑XueJian Lijian Zhao 赵立坚 CHINA MFA Spokesperson 中国外交部发言人 Hua Chunying 华春莹 Dragon Boat BC 龍舟會
Glocal913,043 views • 10 months ago
GenZ Pop Quiz | A 3000-RMB Hotel Getaway! What's Behind the Rising Trend of "Staycation" Among Young People? With China's National Day Holiday drawing close, the "Staycation" has become a new vacation choice for many young people. The term "Staycation", a blend of "stay" and "vacation", means spending one's leisure time and money on high-quality hotels, distinctive homestays or immersive experiences in or near their home city. It focuses more on emotional well-being, aiming to soothe the mind and reduce stress. On the Douyin platform, topics related to "Staycations" have accumulated over 61 million views. Meanwhile, on the social platform RedNote (Xiaohongshu), related content has also garnered over 64 million views. Gen Z makes up the majority of people posting about their Staycations online. This trend reflects young people's pursuit of a higher quality of life and preference for short-distance travel, which has also boosted the popularity of "Staycations" in the hotel and tourism sectors. In this episode of GenZ Pop Quiz, we'll explore why "Staycation" is becoming increasingly popular among Generation Z!
Glocal510,558 views • 8 months ago
Zhanjiang Builds a Portside Industrial Cluster Worth over 100 Billion Yuan In 2025, the regional gross domestic product (GDP) of Zhanjiang was expected to approach 400 billion yuan, with industrial added value projected to exceed 100 billion yuan and the growth rate of added value of industrial enterprises above the designated size achieving double-digit growth. Over the past five years, 2,367 major provincial and municipal projects have been implemented, with cumulative investment reaching 440 billion yuan, ranking first in eastern, western, and northern Guangdong.
Glocal210,947 views • 4 months ago
SFC Markets and Finance | The G20 Summit will be held in South Africa this year, marking the event's inaugural hosting on the African continent, which highlights Africa's importance in the global economy. Recently, Nonkululeko Nyembezi, the B20 Co-chair, Chairman of Standard Bank Group, emphasized that South Africa's presidency of the G20 is significant both for Africa and the Global South as a whole, allowing the region to actively shape global governance rather than passively accept decisions. Complementary to the G20 mechanism, the Business 20 (B20) is a vital platform for the international business community to submit policy recommendations to the G20 Summit. B20South Africa Standard Bank Group
Glocal311,702 views • 11 months ago
Paul Gruenwald: Growth requires addressing uncertainties | SFC Markets and Finance "We’re talking about tariffs, the future of globalization, and people are worried about the situation in the Middle East—so all of the big macro issues." Paul Gruenwald, Global Chief Economist at S&P Global Ratings, stated in a recent exclusive interview with Southern Finance. Gruenwald noted that in the first half of this year, the global economy has shown some resilience despite increasing uncertainties. However, structural divergence has become more pronounced. He pointed out that the impact of tariff policies on the global economy is not only reflected in the tariffs themselves but also in the high degree of uncertainty they bring. Looking ahead to the second half of the year, Gruenwald identified the easing of policy uncertainty as one of the key variables determining the direction of the economy. S&P Global Ratings
Glocal235,340 views • 11 months ago
When #NeZha2 stormed the box office, #toy factories in #Dongguan shifted into hyperdrive. Wogongchang finalized plans for 300,000 units of merchandise in just three days, while Henglitai delivered over 300,000 units by early January. Neither could predict the surge in demand: Wogongchang's orders exploded 500-fold, and Henglitai faced a million-unit follow-up wave. How did Dongguan become the "Capital of the Pop Toy Universe"? Click the video to discover the secret.
Glocal255,434 views • 1 year ago
Key Economic Developments in Guangdong 2024丨With a population exceeding 150 million, what is Guangdong's allure? Beyond its delicious food, stunning scenery, high-quality products, and business opportunities, there are numerous dynamic economic milestones. Here are the Top 10 Key #Economic Developments in #Guangdong in 2024. Which one do you find most impressive?
Glocal280,767 views • 1 year ago
Hello World! I'm ICIF from China! I'm #ICIF, short for the China (#Shenzhen) International Cultural Industries Fair. As the No. 1 fair for China's cultural industry, my job is to package Chinese #culture and deliver it from the Greater Bay Area to the world. So far, I have made online novels, dramas and games—China's cultural "new trio" popular to the world and revived China's intangible cultural heritage like drama dance "Wing Chun". Click the video to learn more. 😀
Glocal219,533 views • 1 year ago
Wall Street Frontline | Amid global uncertainties and a dimming recovery outlook, the IMF released its latest World Economic Outlook during the 2025 Spring Meetings. Asia-Pacific economies face pressure from trade tensions, elevated debt levels, and tightening financial conditions. The U.S. delaying interest rate cuts and reimposing tariffs has created a highly uncertain external environment for Asia. Policymakers are reassessing fiscal buffers and structural reform agendas. Thomas Helbling, Deputy Director of the IMF's Asia and Pacific Department, addressed the risks posed by the latest round of tariffs, potential disruptions to Asia's industrial supply chains, and the spillover effects of Fed policy. #Asia #economy #Tariffs IMF
Glocal213,525 views • 1 year ago
Global Eyes on Guangdong ▏Code Your Future in China's Innovation Bay Welcome to #Guangdong, where dreams take flight. The 2025 "Million Talents to South China" Plan Comprehensive Career Fair (Spring Session) took place on March 16th in Guangzhou Guangdong and continues online until March 31st. Tens of Thousands of positions are available. As the forefront of China's reform and opening up, Guangdong is calling global talents to live in Guangdong, to work in Guangdong and to start businesses in Guangdong. Prominent international figures from various fields echoed, sharing their insights on Guangdong and inviting the youth to build their future in Guangdong. #jobsearch #job #GBA
Glocal236,290 views • 1 year ago
Companies in the GBA | Shocking YouTube star #IShowSpeed, China's cutting-edge innovations are on full display here! On April 15, the 137th #CantonFair opened its doors to global visitors. Spanning an exhibition area of 1.55 million square meters (about 200 standard soccer fields), the venue was packed with buyers from over 200 countries and regions. Walmart, Carrefour, Metro, and 252 other major retailers have also confirmed their participation. Click the video to see why global #business leaders are flocking to Guangdong. Canton Fair
Glocal217,208 views • 1 year ago
Guangzhou's autonomous driving sector is in the global spotlight. #Nvidia's latest disclosure shows it owns 1.74 million WeRide shares, valued at $24.65 million. Nvidia's bet on WeRide is strategic. Autonomous driving's real-time data processing relies heavily on GPUs, and Nvidia aims to transition from a chip supplier to an autonomous driving ecosystem architect. This move is a mutual attraction. Prior to its 2024 Nasdaq listing, #WeRide raised over $1 billion in six funding rounds, with investors including Yutong Bus, GAC Group, Bosch, SenseTime, and He Xiaopeng. What makes WeRide so attractive? #Guangzhou
Glocal219,111 views • 1 year ago
Companies in the GBA | At the 136th Canton Fair, various cutting-edge AI technologies are making waves and going global. A group of Guangdong companies is focusing on new sectors such as the low-altitude economy, humanoid robots, and new energy, leading a new trend in intelligent manufacturing with new quality productive forces. When AI meets the Canton Fair, just how exciting can it be? Let's experience the Canton Fair through an AI lens and explore together. Canton Fair 薛剑XueJian #CantonFair
Glocal266,592 views • 1 year ago
Companies in the GBA | Guangdong's Q1 2025 Economic Data Released: Key Growth Indicators The stated year-on-year GDP growth rate for Guangdong in Q1 2025 was 4.1%. According to the provincial statistics bureau, this sustained growth is no small feat. As Guangdong is China's first 14-trillion-yuan province, its economic scale ranks among the top 10 globally. Amid rising external pressures, sagging domestic demand, and accelerated shifts between old and new growth drivers, Guangdong has made solid strides forward this year.
Glocal147,351 views • 1 year ago
The 2025 Doing Business in China Report released by China-Australia Chamber of Commerce recently highlights the strong appeal of China's market and Australia's companies' bullish outlook on the development of resource industries, agribusinesses, and green supply chains. The report indicates that amid profound global changes, the trade and economic ties between the two countries shows a new trend of strategic adjustment, cautious optimism, and deepening cooperation. James Laurenceson, Director of the Australia-China Relations Institute at the University of Technology Sydney, noted during an interview with SFC that the economies of China and Australia are highly complementary, and in-depth bilateral cooperation is reflected in many fields such as minerals, energy, agriculture, education, and tourism. #China #Australia #BusinessGrowth James Laurenceson 罗震 @j-laurenceson.bsky.social Australia-China Relations Institute
Glocal137,291 views • 1 year ago
Why Culture Transcends Borders？丨SFC Markets and Finance In 2024, Guangdong's game industry generated ¥260.4 billion, accounting for 80% of China's total game revenue, with export revenue reaching ¥42.36 billion, mainly to Southeast Asia, Japan, and the U.S. China's cultural exports are now evolving from mere products to stories, with micro dramas, video games, and online literature emerging as the new leading forces. #Guangdong #culture #Nezha
Glocal115,284 views • 1 year ago