On April 18, in the fourth round of the Guangdong BA regular season, the Heyuan team defeated the Shanwei team at home, securing a third consecutive league win. During the on-site raffle, a fan surnamed Rao from Lianping Zhongxin Town was lucky enough to win a grand prize of one ton of Wanlu Lake water.

On the afternoon of April 20, the Provincial Finance and Economics Committee held a meeting to deeply study and implement the spirit of General Secretary Xi Jinping’s important speeches at the Fourth Plenary Session of the 20th Central Committee and the Central Economic Work Conference, fully implement the important instructions and directives from General Secretary Xi Jinping’s series of speeches on Guangdong, study the province’s economic performance in the first quarter, and deploy the next phase of work.

Chaozhou, Guangdong, a low-key small city, why has it become increasingly eye-catching in recent years?

The 2026 Guangdong “Zhongchuang Cup” Entrepreneurship Competition is now open for registration. The competition officially launched on March 23, with the theme “Gathering Talents in Guangdong, Creating the Future Together.” This year, the “Zhongchuang Cup” is combined with the national entrepreneurship competition “Chuangying Weilai” for the Guangdong provincial selection, adopting a “4+2” structure with four main tracks: scientific and technological achievements, industrial development, vocational skills, and people’s livelihood needs, as well as two special tracks: AI “One-Person Company” (OPC) and youth innovation. The OPC special track has attracted much attention.

It has been learned that the Shenzhen Futian District People’s Government and the Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) in the United Arab Emirates recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding in Beijing, announcing the establishment of friendly exchange and cooperation relations. According to the memorandum, the two sides will engage in multi-level and multi-form exchanges and cooperation in areas such as economy, culture, tourism, and education, jointly exploring new paths for prosperity and development, marking the addition of an important partner from the Middle East to Futian District’s international “circle of friends.”

Recently, the Guangdong Coast Guard Bureau, in conjunction with the Zhuhai Public Security Bureau, uncovered a suspected maritime smuggling case of frozen products. Five suspects were arrested on the spot, one fishing vessel was seized, and about 20 tons of frozen products were confiscated, with a case value of approximately 800,000 yuan.

According to the Southern Power Grid Guangdong Power Grid, in the first quarter of 2026, the total electricity consumption of the entire province reached 201.221 billion kilowatt-hours, a year-on-year increase of 7.57%, showcasing a strong power pulse that heralds a “good start” for high-quality development.

At 5:20 in the morning, in the Qingzhou sea area of Yangjiang, Guangdong, Xiao He, a maintenance supervisor from Mingyang Smart Energy, climbed onto a 16.6-megawatt “dual-rotor” floating wind turbine for inspection. “The power generation in the first quarter of this year is nearly 20% more than last year,” he said, looking back at the coast. “This big wind turbine is very efficient, generating about 54 million kilowatt-hours annually, enough to meet the electricity needs of 20,000 households for a year.”

What can an old TV or a discarded phone become after dismantling? In Guangdong, they are no longer “electronic waste” but recyclable “urban mines.” In recent years, Guangdong has used waste appliance dismantling as a breakthrough, deeply integrating the “two new” national strategy (large-scale equipment renewal and consumer goods trade-in), allowing waste appliances to be reborn through standardized disposal, both safeguarding the ecological bottom line and injecting strong momentum into the green transformation of the real economy. In 2025, the province achieved a reduction of 210,000 tons of carbon dioxide emissions through standardized dismantling, writing a practical answer sheet for the win-win of environmental protection and development.

Recently, with the final pipe precisely positioned under the command of the intelligent jacking system, the main structure of the Huanbeiwan Guangdong Water Resources Allocation Project’s railway-related works (Phase I), undertaken by China Railway Sixth Group Guangzhou Company, was successfully completed, marking a phased victory for this key railway-related node of the national major water conservancy project.

This special action closely aligns with the event’s theme, focusing on residents’ living concerns,

Wanlu Lake

Wanlu Lake is a scenic reservoir located in Heyuan, Guangdong Province, China, formed by the construction of the Xinfengjiang Dam in the 1950s. It is known for its crystal-clear waters and lush, forested surroundings, often called the “Dragon Palace of the South.” The lake serves as a vital water source for the region and is a popular destination for tourism and ecological conservation.

Chaozhou

Chaozhou is a historic city in eastern Guangdong Province, China, renowned for its well-preserved ancient architecture and rich cultural heritage. It served as a political and economic center during the Tang and Song dynasties, and is famous for landmarks like the Guangji Bridge, a unique Ming Dynasty bridge combining a causeway and floating sections. The city is also the birthplace of Teochew culture, including its distinctive cuisine, opera, and embroidery, which continue to thrive today.

Shenzhen Futian District

Shenzhen’s Futian District is the city’s political, economic, and cultural center, home to the municipal government and key landmarks like the Shenzhen Civic Center. Historically, it evolved from a rural area into a modern hub following Shenzhen’s designation as China’s first Special Economic Zone in 1980. Today, it is known for its skyscrapers, financial institutions, and green spaces such as Lianhua Mountain Park.

Abu Dhabi Global Market

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM) is an international financial center established in 2013 in the Al Maryah Island district of Abu Dhabi. It operates under its own English common law framework and independent regulatory system, designed to attract global financial institutions, fintech companies, and investment firms. ADGM plays a key role in diversifying the UAE’s economy beyond oil by serving as a hub for finance, asset management, and innovation in the region.

Qingzhou sea area

The Qingzhou sea area, located off the coast of Shandong Province, China, is historically significant as a key maritime region along the ancient Maritime Silk Road. During the Ming and Qing dynasties, it served as an important hub for trade, fishing, and naval defense, with its waters connecting to the Bohai Sea and Yellow Sea. Today, the area is known for its rich marine resources and cultural heritage, including shipwrecks and artifacts that reflect centuries of seafaring history.

Huanbeiwan Guangdong Water Resources Allocation Project

The Huanbeiwan Guangdong Water Resources Allocation Project is a large-scale infrastructure initiative in Guangdong Province, China, designed to alleviate water scarcity issues in the region. Its history traces back to the early 21st century, when rapid urbanization and industrial growth heightened the demand for reliable water supplies. The project involves diverting water from the Xijiang River to areas like Shenzhen and Guangzhou, significantly improving water security and supporting sustainable development.