Peter Helis Featured in Nanfang Daily Interview
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- Jan 19
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Guangzhou, China – January 16, 2026
Peter Helis, a long-time resident and global investment professional in Guangzhou, was recently featured in an in-depth interview published by Nanfang Daily (南方日报), a leading media outlet in Guangdong Province.
The discussion focused on strategies for developing a world-class business environment in the Greater Bay Area, the persistent challenges posed by cultural differences, the integration of AI as a powerful "external brain" in professional life (highlighted by the memorable remark: “If you want to harm me now, just take away my AI!”), and the fundamental role of direct human dialogue in building authentic trust across borders.
The interview included contributions from Tu Zipei (涂子沛), a prominent big data expert, former Vice President at Alibaba Group, and author of key publications including The Big Data Revolution, Data's Peak, and The New Civilization Upon Data. Special appreciation goes to reporter Wang Liangjue (王良珏) for the insightful questions and excellent facilitation.
The full 17-minute video of the conversation is available on the Southern+ platform.
This coverage reflects the ongoing recognition of Guangzhou's commitment to international openness, innovation, and cross-cultural collaboration.
