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uangpu District, home to the Guangzhou
HDevelopment District (GDD), stands as one of
China's most dynamic investment destinations,
combining cutting-edge innovation, Fortune 500
corporate hubs, transparent governance, and
exceptional livability. With over 200 Fortune 500
companies operating within GDD alone, Huangpu
offers unparalleled opportunities for businesses,
investors, and families alike.

01 Fortune 500 Powerhouse: Global
Corporations Choose Huangpu

The Guangzhou Development District (GDD) serves
as the crown jewel of Huangpu's economy, hosting:

390+

multinational corporations

200+

Fortune 500 enterprises with regional HQs, R&D
centers, and manufacturing bases
Major Fortune 500 Companies in GDD Include:

• Amway – Global health & wellness leader
with its China headquarters in Huangpu;

• P&G (Procter & Gamble) – Operates one of its
largest global R&D centers in GDD;

• LG Display – Advanced OLED technology
manufacturing hub;

Why Invest in Huangpu ODavid Perdue was o昀케cially sworn • Honda – Automotive innovation and
n May 7, 2025, former U.S. Senator
production base;
in as the United States Ambassador to
the People’s Republic of China, following • Bayer & BASF – Pharmaceutical and chemical
industry giants;
his con昀椀rmation by the U.S. Senate. The
District, Guangzhou: swearing-in ceremony took place at the • 3M & Hitachi – Materials science and industrial
White House and was presided over by
President Donald Trump. Below is an technology leaders;
excerpt from the ceremony transcript, These corporations bene昀椀t from GDD's preferential
A Premier Global Business highlighting key policies, including:
remarks made during the
event.
• 15% corporate tax rate for high-tech enterprises
(vs standard 25%);
and Lifestyle Hub • R&D subsidies up to 50 million RMB for key projects;

• Streamlined approvals through GDD's one-stop
business service center;
By Dr.Harley Seyedin, President and Chairman of AmCham South China

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