New customs initiative in Hengqin

The Guangdong-Macao In-depth Cooperation Zone in Hengqin is set to implement a new tiered customs system to streamline the flow of people and goods with Macau. This initiative

E-Commerce warehousing surge

Guangdong’s cross-border e-commerce has experienced a boom with over 1,000 overseas warehouses covering 6 million square meters. The province is pioneering innovative logistics models, including the world’s first

Guangdong province aims for high-quality growth

Guangdong province has set its sights on high-quality development, with a keen focus on fostering the real economy and manufacturing through technological innovation. This strategic direction was underscored

Chun Yun: Mass domestic travel on extended holiday

Analysis During the Lunar New Year or Chinese New Year (CNY) for the Year of the Dragon in 2024, China experienced its busiest annual period

On a train to Zhaoqing, looking for pure air and country food

Travelog Within a two-hour train ride to the north, lies a place blessed with an abundance of natural scenery. Zhaoqing, a lesser-known gem in Guangdong Province,

Notes On Academic Research

“An Ethnographic Case Study of Secondary School’s Moral Education in a Mainland City of the Greater Bay Area” Lei Wang

New cross-border payment system boosts GBA property market

Starting February 26, a groundbreaking cross-border payment system will enable Macau and Hong Hong buyers to purchase properties in Guangdong’s Greater Bay Area (GBA) without the existing daily

Mainland, Hong Kong strengthen financial ties with new measures

China’s central bank and Hong Kong’s financial authority last week unveiled six new measures to deepen financial cooperation and connectivity. These initiatives include enhancements to the Bond Connect

Greater Bay Airlines announces Lunar New Year promotion

In celebration of Lunar New Year, Greater Bay Airlines (GBA) has launched a festive promotion for roundtrip flights between Bangkok and Hong Kong. Until March 31, 2024, passengers

IATA projects GBA to reach 390 million air passengers in 2030

Analysis The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area (GBA) is poised to establish a world-class airport cluster, an ambition underpinned by substantial growth in passenger traffic and a strategic

Mainland, Hong Kong begin mutual recognition of civil, commercial court rulings

On the Agenda Mainland China and the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region (HKSAR) have agreed to implement mutual recognition and enforcement of each other’s judgments

Notes On Academic Research

“Deciphering the spatial structure of China’s megacity region: A new bay area —The Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area in the making” E. Hui, Xun Li, Tingting Chen,

Macau, Hengqin attract investment from GBA companies

Around 30 companies from the Greater Bay Area expressed their interest in investing in Macau and Hengqin, as reported by the Macau Trade and Investment Promotion Institute (IPIM)

Booming cross-border travels in China in 2023

China witnessed a remarkable surge in cross-border travels in 2023, with a 266.5% increase in trips through mainland, Hong Kong, and Macau border ports, totaling 424 million. Mainland

Mainland talents enter HK under exit endorsement program

By the end of 2023, nearly 10,000 talents from the GBA entered Hong Kong utilizing the “exit endorsement for talents” program. The Hong Kong Secretary for Security, Tang

Sharing with and by the people – Bay visions

Analysis by Leanda Lee* An earlier analysis (Jan 11) of the benefits of the Greater Bay Area in The Times’ GBA Views focused on the

Guangdong governor prioritizes economic integration in Southeast China for 2024: Reports

On the Agenda In a significant move towards bolstering China’s economic growth, Guangdong Governor Wang Weizhong announced this week that the province will take on

Warm-up with hot springs, food street and nightlife

Travelog Zhuhai, often celebrated for its scenic beauty and vibrant nightlife, offers a blend of natural wonders and modern attractions. This coastal city, nestled in

Notes on academic studies

“Dynamic Information Grid Optimization of Trade Logistics Industry Sharing Based on Remote Sensing Image Analysis of Guangdong, Hong Kong and Macao”

Forum Macao’s Sixth Ministerial Conference Scheduled for April

The sixth ministerial conference of the Forum for Economic and Trade Cooperation between China and Portuguese-Speaking Countries (Forum Macao) is set to convene in Macau this April. This

Cathay Pacific Expands in Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Bay Area

Cathay Pacific is reinforcing its presence in the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area following recent challenges, including a discrimination controversy. Aiming to recover, the airline inaugurated a

Shenzhen’s Cross-Border Renminbi Payments Hit  Record High

Shenzhen, Guangdong province, recorded a record-breaking 4 trillion yuan ($556 billion) in cross-border renminbi payments in 2023, the highest ever. The renminbi, or yuan, continues as the dominant

Capitalize on the support from the Macau SAR and central government: Brum

Interview The Greater Bay Area (GBA) in China and the Portuguese Speaking Countries (PSCs) present contrasting yet intriguing economic landscapes. The GBA, comprising

Drones: Low-altitude economy takes off in China’s Shenzhen

On the Agenda During the recent New Year holiday, Zeng Bin experienced a unique takeout service in the southern Chinese metropolis of Shenzhen, with his

Notes on academic research

“Bayspeak: Narrating China’s Greater Bay Area” Chris Meulbroek, Jamie Peck & Jun Zhang Journal of

GBA in China’s development strategy

The 5-year and 10-year plans of the Communist Party of China (CPC) Central Committee outline the country’s medium-term and long-term development strategies. These plans serve as comprehensive blueprints

Bay areas of San Francisco and China will come together in Hong Kong

Hong Kong will host the inaugural “China-California Bay-to-Bay Climate Forum” in 2024, aimed at fostering policy and research collaboration on climate issues between the San Francisco Bay Area

Hong Kong-Dongguan cooperation enhanced

Hong Kong Chief Executive John Lee emphasized the need for increased collaboration between Hong Kong and Dongguan, particularly in the areas of technology and innovation. This initiative aims

Guangdong Trade hits record high in 2023

Guangdong’s import and export volume hit a record RMB8.3 trillion in 2023, a 0.3% increase from the previous year, comprising 19.9% of China’s total foreign trade. Growth was

Focus placed by central gov’t on integrating GBA benefits Macau

Analysis China will continue to rely on the Guangdong-Hong Kong-Macao Greater Bay Area, Northeast China’s manufacturing area, the Yangtze River delta, and the Xiong’an New

Notes on academic studies

“Power and the Imaginary: Discursive Construction of GBA as a Working Place for Hong Kong and Macau Residents and their Occupational Identity Issue”

Channel reduces journey between Zhuhai and Jiangmen

The Huangmao Cross-sea Channel, a key infrastructure project in the Greater Bay Area, is nearing completion. Once finished, it will significantly cut travel times within the region, reducing

Guangzhou: First train of the year to Europe

The first China-Europe freight train of 2024 from the Greater Bay Area departed from Guangzhou International Port on January 1. It marks the eighth year of the service’s

A journey through culture, heritage, and gastronomy

Travelog Nestled in the heart of China’s Guangdong province, Dongguan unveils itself as a captivating blend of rich culture, historical heritage, vibrant arts, and delectable

Nansha should strengthen ties with Macau, Hong Kong

On the Agenda Nansha, a district in Guangzhou, Guangdong province, is poised to become a central hub for technological innovation and advanced industries in the

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