Guangzhou is one of the starting points of the Maritime Silk Road. Since ancient times, foreign vessels have entered the Pearl River Estuary every year, arriving in Guangzhou for trade.

Today, Guangzhou continues to serve as a vital gateway for China's foreign trade, and stands as a core city within the Greater Bay Area. CGTN reporter Cao Chufeng takes a stroll along the banks of the Pearl River, and explores how the newly opened Pazhou Ferry Terminal helps boost interconnections within the Greater Bay Area.