Time of establishment of friendly relations: September 2012

Overview:

Kyiv Oblast is located in north-central Ukraine along the middle reaches of the Dnipro River, bordering Belarus to the north. It covers an area of 28,900 square kilometers and has a population of 1.78 million. The oblast was established in 1932, with Kyiv as its capital. The region's economy is driven by the manufacturing of transportation equipment and agricultural machinery, while its agricultural sector is known for producing sugar beets, wheat, and maintaining a robust dairy and meat industry.

Relations with Guangdong:

Since establishing ties with Kyiv Oblast, Guangdong has engaged in substantial exchanges and cooperation in the fields of economy, trade, culture, and education. In 2018, Guangdong government delegation visited Kyiv Oblast and held in-depth discussions with its governor on strengthening bilateral exchanges and cooperation. In 2020, Guangdong donated a batch of medical supplies to Kyiv Oblast.