Peter Helis Named Guangzhou City Partner, Committed to Driving Global Innovation and Collaboration

Guangzhou, China – June 26, 2025 – Peter Helis, a distinguished leader in China business and government affairs, is honored to be named a City Partner of Guangzhou, a recognition celebrated at an inspiring launch event at the Guangzhou City Planning Exhibition Center. After 12 transformative years in this vibrant metropolis, Peter Helis is dedicated to advancing Guangzhou’s global reputation as a hub of innovation, opportunity, and sustainability. With an estimated GDP of CN¥3.2 trillion (US$450 billion) in 2024—rivaling Vietnam’s national GDP—Guangzhou stands as a powerhouse of the Greater Bay Area. Home to over 18 million residents and more than 50,000 foreign-funded enterprises, the city hosts industry pioneers like XPeng Motors, WeRide, and SHEIN, leading the charge in electric vehicles, autonomous driving, and global e-commerce. As a City Partner, Peter Helis will harness his extensive international network, cultivated through roles as Chief Advisor to Guangzhou Huangpu District and International Executive Representative for Invest Guangzhou, to connect global investors with Guangzhou’s dynamic opportunities. From cutting-edge biomedicine and new energy innovations to sustainable, bird-friendly ecosystems, Guangzhou exemplifies a forward-thinking vision for growth and environmental stewardship.“ I am deeply honored to serve as a Guangzhou City Partner and contribute to this dynamic city’s vision as a global model of innovation, efficiency, and shared prosperity,” said Peter Helis. “I am excited to collaborate with global innovators to shape Guangzhou’s future.” With nearly two decades of experience in China, including serving as vice chair of the European Chamber in South China from 2017 to 2019, Peter Helis is uniquely positioned to bridge Chinese and Western markets, fostering high-quality urban development and economic synergy in the Greater Bay Area.