The First Senior Officials' Meeting of APEC China 2026 is underway in Guangzhou, bringing together the Asia-Pacific region in a spirit of openness and cooperation. Coinciding with this, Guangzhou Daily's APEC Chill Chat series continues, sharing stories of international friends who call the city home.

In this episode, we meet Rafael, a doctoral student from Chile at Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine. For him, the connection between Guangzhou and APEC is deliciously clear: it's in the Chilean cherries, wine, and prunes enjoyed across the city. “They're more than just goods,”he says, “but rather‘Ambassadors of Flavor.’” Advanced technology ensures they arrive with perfect taste—a tangible example of the trade and openness APEC fosters.

His final thought captures the spirit of both APEC and his own journey: “Openness brought us together, and exchange keeps us connected.”

Click to discover Rafael's full story!

Source: Guangzhou Daily Global
Reporting & Directing: Lei Yuhong
Featuring: Rafael (Guangzhou University of Chinese Medicine), Yuan Jieling (Guangdong University of Foreign Studies)
Video: Chen Mingxi, Lei Yuhong
Video Editing: Chen Mingxi
Subtitles Translation: Lyu Yun, Yuan Jieling (Guangdong University of Foreign Studies)
English Author & Editor: Lyu Yun