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Guangdong sees 7,380 departure tax refund claims jump 17 times during 2026 CNY holiday |
2026-03-02
During the 2026 Chinese New Year holiday (February 15-23), customs authorities across Guangdong Province verified 7,380 departure tax refund applications, 17 times the figure recorded during the same period last year. The total value of refunded goods reached 38.58 million yuan, 1.5 times that of the previous year.To facilitate smoother tax refund services, customs authorities began trial operations for departure tax refunds at
Longhua fetes APEC ‘China Year’ and Spring Festival |
2026-02-13
Expats gather in Longhua District on February 12 for the Chinese New Year • Global Festival, celebrating the upcoming Spring Festival and embracing the 2026 APEC “China Year.” Hosted by the Longhua International Cooperation Center (LICC), the event brought together more than 200 international residents to mark the occasion ahead of the Lunar New Year, which falls on Feb. 17 this year.
City details blueprint for livability |
2026-02-11
Shenzhen had invested approximately 1.6 trillion yuan (US$231 billion) in social welfare during the 14th Five-Year Plan period (2021-2025), city officials announced on February 11, a figure representing nearly 70% of its fiscal expenditure during that period.An aerial view of Shenzhen. At a press conference on social development during the city’s annual legislative session, officials outlined the achievements of the 14th Five-Ye
Guangdong to upgrade shopping, taxation, and business services to ease expats' work and life |
2026-02-03
Guangdong Province is set to introduce a series of optimization measures in 2026, focusing on business regulations, shopping, and taxation to significantly improve convenience for foreign nationals working and living in the region. The announcement was made at a press conference held in the capital city, Guangzhou, on February 2, themed around optimizing the business environment.Press conference on Feb. 2Fully Align with Global Stand
New airport shuttle links Shenzhen with Zhongshan’s Xiaolan |
2026-02-02
An express bus service linking Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and Xiaolan Township in Zhongshan was launched on February 1. Operating daily, buses depart from Xiaolan between 6 a.m. and 5:50 p.m., with return services from the airport running from 9:20 a.m. to 8:50 p.m. Each journey takes roughly 80 minutes. Stops include the Shenzhen airport, the Shangcheng Century Park real estate in Zhongshan’s Gangkou Township, and the Xia
Seniors can now book train tickets by phone |
2026-01-22
Seniors can now book train tickets by phone. This new service arrives as China prepares for the Spring Festival travel rush, the world’s largest annual migration.A cartoon image generated by Doubao AI.This year, the 40-day rush period begins on Feb. 2, ahead of the Lunar New Year on Feb. 15. While the tradition sees many young workers journeying home for family reunions, a noticeable counter-trend has also emerged, with increasi
Shenzhen leads China's megacities in commuting efficiency |
2026-01-20
Shenzhen in Guangdong province has emerged as the leader in commuting efficiency among the nation's megacities, according to a report on commuting in major Chinese cities in 2025.(Photo: Nanfang Daily)Conducted by the China Academy of Urban Planning and Design, the report reveals that an impressive 81 percent of Shenzhen's commuters complete their one-way journeys in under 45 minutes, making it the first and only megacity in
Shenzhen-Hong Kong travel guide: 6 major border crossings & tips |
2026-01-09
Passengers cross the border at Shenzhen Bay Checkpoint. Traveling from Shenzhen to Hong Kong is a breeze when you know the right crossing points and procedures. To help you plan a seamless trip, here’s a clear summary of the operating hours and key features of Shenzhen’s six major land ports, along with practical tips for a smooth crossing experience.Luohu CheckpointBest for: High passenger flow, direct MTR access to popular Hon
Focus is on creating a global tech hub |
2026-01-05
Hong Kong is "changing gear" in developing technology at a pivotal moment as it seeks to build itself into an international innovation and technology center, says Duncan Chiu, who was reelected to represent the technology and innovation functional constituency in the city's legislature in December 2025."We have long been strong in applied technology," he says. "But, recently, we've been pulling govern
3.12 million tourists spend US$299M in city over holiday |
2026-01-05
Shenzhen Bay Culture Square is bustling with visitors during the New Year’s Day hoilday that ended on January 3. Shenzhen’s tourism market got off to a strong start in 2026, welcoming 3.12 million visitors over the three-day New Year’s Day holiday and generating 2.09 billion yuan (nearly US$299 million) in tourism revenue, according to the city’s tourism authority.Daily average visitor numbers rose 32.3% year on year, while dail