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Pinglu Canal Opens, Allowing New Opportunities to Flow to Yangpu
The Pinglu Canal, a key component of China's New International Land-Sea Trade Corridor in western China, opened to navigation on September 16. This waterway connects inland Guangxi to the Beibu Gulf, potentially revolutionizing logistics routes in southwest China and making Hainan more accessible to the regional and ASEAN markets.
21:56,20-September-2026
Haikou Draws Growing Interest from Russian-Speaking Markets
Recently, a delegation of 100 top travel agencies from these regions visited Haikou. They explored the city's tourism sites and offerings, gained insight into the local market, and discussed potential cooperation prospects. The visit highlighted various products such as city tours, coastal holidays, and cultural activities.
21:56,20-September-2026
Hainan Issues CNY 5B Offshore RMB Bonds in Hong Kong
Hainan finalized the bookbuilding and pricing for its 2026 offshore RMB local government bonds in Hong Kong on September 16, issuing CNY 5 billion in bonds. This marks Hainan's first offshore RMB bond since the launch of island-wide special customs operations in the Hainan Free Trade Port (FTP), and the fifth consecutive issuance in Hong Kong.
21:56,20-September-2026

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Hainan Free Trade Port to enjoy excellent development opportunities

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Pinglu Canal opens, connecting Southwest China to the sea

The Pinglu Canal, a major waterway linking inland areas of Southwest China with the sea, officially opened to navigation on Wednesday in South China's Guangxi Zhuang autonomous region.

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