YES! Guangzhou is arguably the safest city in China.

After arriving in Guangzhou, you can choose a taxi. The starting fare for a taxi in Guangzhou is 12 yuan, and the renewal fare is 2.6 yuan per kilometer. The taxi fare may vary depending on factors such as distance and road conditions. You can also choose to take a ride-hailing service. Currently, the commonly used ride-hailing platforms in Guangzhou include Didi Chuxing, Caocao Chuxing, and T3 Chuxing. Participants can download the apps of these platforms from the mobile APP store, register and log in, and then enter the departure and destination when they need a car to hail a ride-hailing service. You can also choose public transportation such as the subway or bus for your trip. The conference logistics committee will also coordinate the transportation arrangements for the participants.

Please click on the "Registration" page to scan the QR code, or click the following link to register: https://www.visaforchina.cn/SYD3_ZH/tongzhigonggao/265973954571800576.html

Please click on the "Registration" page to query information related to different types of registration fees.

Under China’s optimized 240-hour Visa-Free Transit Policy, you qualify if your departure location (Point A) and final destination (Point B) after leaving China are in different countries/regions. To ensure compliance: Confirm your flight details (including flight numbers and timings) as early as possible. For official policy details, visit: https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147413/c178106/content.html

Three hotels are recommended below.

(1). 京溪礼顿酒店 Leeden Jingxi Hotel:
For more details, please review the website. https://leeden-jingxi.guangzhoutophotels.com/zh/

(2). 广州南湖假日酒店 Holiday Inn Guangzhou South Lake:
For more details, please review the website. https://www.ihg.com.cn/holidayinn/hotels/cn/zh/guangzhou/canle/hoteldetail

(3). 云凯酒店 Yunkai Hotel:
For more details, please review the website. http://www.yunkaihotel.com/

We will provide meals, snacks and drink for the participants. If you have any special dietary requirements, please scan the QR code below, or click the link to register the corresponding information:https://www.wcrcnet.cn/redcap/surveys/?s=PT4TRWJDALENXFHF

The official languages are English and Chinese.

The conference will provide free conference materials to each participant. The materials will be uniformly notified to all participants for collection before the conference starts.

The meeting will be held both online and offline simultaneously. It will be live-streamed throughout and support video replay.

China has mutual visa exemption pacts with 47 countries (as of 3 June 2025): 30-day stays (tourism, business, family visits) are permitted without a prior visa. Required documents:Valid passport (≥6 months’ validity). Proof of travel purpose (e.g., airline tickets, hotel bookings, invitation letters). Onward/return ticket and proof of sufficient funds. More infromation:https://www.visaforchina.cn/SYD3_ZH/tongzhigonggao/265973954571800576.html

China allows citizens from 55 specified countries to transit without a visa for up to 240 hours (10 days) under these conditions: 1.Eligible travelers must hold valid international travel documents and confirmed onward tickets to a third country/region. 2.Permitted activities include tourism, business meetings, and family visits (work, study, or journalism requires a visa). Transit routes must follow a three-leg journey (e.g., USA → Guangzhou → Singapore or Hong Kong). 3.Critical note: Travelers transiting via Hong Kong/Macau must formally enter the Special Administrative Region (e.g., clear immigration) to validate the transit status. U.S. citizens are advised to apply for a business visa instead. Covered countries: 40 European nations (e.g., UK, Germany, Russia), the U.S., Canada, Australia, Japan, South Korea, UAE, and 6 others (Source). More infromation: https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147413/c178106/content.html ; https://www.nia.gov.cn/n897453/c1688948/content.html ; https://en.nia.gov.cn/n147413/c183100/content.html ;

The China Business Visa (M Visa) is applicable to individuals coming to China for investment, trade, conferences, exhibitions, labor, and other business activities. Before applying, ensure the following: (1)Applicant Requirements: No criminal record, holding a valid passport (with at least 6 months of validity), and a clear intention to engage in business activities upon entry. (2)Core Document Checklist · Basic Documents: Original passport and a copy of the photo page, recent color photo with a white background (35mm×45mm), visa application form. · Invitation Letter: Issued by the inviting organization, including applicant information (name, gender, date of birth), purpose of visit, arrival and departure dates, and the party responsible for the expenses. · Supporting Documents: Employment certificate, bank statements (balance should ideally cover trip expenses), itinerary (including hotel reservation and flight information).