Shantou’s story is a sorry tale. It was once selected to be a hive of China’s economic reform. Today, the city suffers from sluggish growth and unusually egregious corruption

📍 Nan'ao Bridge, #Shantou#, #Guangdong# 🌉🌊 A bridge spans emerald waters, linking mountains and sea from shore to shore. As the breeze sweeps across the waves, all is calm, all is at peace. #Bridge# #ChinaTravel# #SeaView# #Nature# #Travel# #Summer#

How Chinese Pop Toys Go Global Chinese pop toy brands, including POP MART and MINISO, are making major global inroads. At the 2026 IBTE Hanoi International Toy Fair, manufacturers from Shantou, Dongguan and Yiwu showcased the country's supply chain strength and innovation. POP MART's Labubu figurines drew crowds at the 2026 World Cup opening ceremony and at a Mexico City pop-up. MINISO now operates over 3,500 stores across more than 110 countries. The overseas success reflects a shift from "Made in China" to "Created in China," with culturally rooted, language-free emotional symbols resonating across borders. #POPMART# #Labubu# #MINISO# #ToyFair# #WorldCup2026# Source: People’s Daily

🌙✨ Guangdong Nights are officially lit! On July 12, the 2026 Summer Night Tourism & Culture Campaign kicked off in Shantou's historic Xiaogongyuan district — with Chaozhou drumming, Yingge dancing, and markets full of heritage crafts & local eats. 🥁🍜 The theme? "Beautiful Guangdong Nights."​ And the numbers prove it: 60% of daily tourism spending now happens after dark. Young crowds dine, shop, and explore until 10pm. 🕺💫 Museums are staying open late. Digital platforms guide your route. Even ferries now connect Guangzhou to Shenzhen after sunset. 🚢🌉 #NightTourism# #Guangdong# #Shantou# #Chaoshan# #SummerVibes# #Culture# #Travel# #NightMarket# #YinggeDance# #Heritage# #Foodie# #ChinaTravel# #DigitalTourism# #Economy# 🔗 Full story:

🦁🥁 Guangzhou's legendary dance dramas are going global! This September–October, "Awakening Lion"​ and "Odes to Heroes"​ — created by Guangzhou Song and Dance Theater — will tour Southeast Asia. 🇨🇳➡️🌏 🦁 "Awakening Lion"​ — China's first contemporary dance drama inspired by the iconic Guangdong lion dance. A story of rivals turned allies, fighting foreign invaders during the Opium War. 🎭 "Odes to Heroes"​ — Rooted in Chaozhou-Shantou Yingge Dance, blending qiaopi letters, porcelain inlay, and wood carving. A heartfelt tale of family, homeland, and patriotism. Two masterpieces. One tour. Don't miss it. #Dance# #Guangzhou# #AwakeningLion# #OdesToHeroes# #LionDance# #YinggeDance# #ChineseCulture# #SoutheastAsia# #Tour# #PerformingArts# #Heritage# #Chaoshan# #Patriotism# #Art# #CulturalExchange# 🔗 Full story: