A vibrant scene unfolds in the Qianhai and Shekou areas of the Guangdong Pilot Free Trade Zone (FTZ), a pivotal hub in China's reform and opening-up, in South China's Guangdong Province, on December 15, 2023. This marks one of the busiest periods for the FTZ in the year, as port customs officials, traders, and port staff intensify efforts to facilitate trade in the region for the year-end. From spare parts to electronic devices, high-value-added products are shipped from this zone to countries worldwide. Photos: Chen Tao/GT