A hot seller amid Europe's heatwave: How Guangdong manufacturers make their mark overseas

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A hot seller amid Europe's heatwave: How Guangdong manufacturers make their mark overseas

September 6, 2026

By Zhou Lanxu, Zhuang Qiange and Li Jiaying | chinadaily.com.cn |

Europe's prolonged heatwave has sent demand for air conditioners soaring, with Chinese-made units emerging as an unexpected source of relief. From home appliances and smartphones to electric vehicles, manufacturing in China's Guangdong province is presenting more opportunities for Asia Pacific and the world.