Nestled deep within the mountains, Yunxi county in Hubei province was once gripped by extreme poverty. Today, however, its innovative industrial model is recognized by the United Nations as one of the global best practices in poverty reduction. This year marks the 105th anniversary of the founding of the Communist Party of China and the 90th anniversary of the victory of the Long March. In this episode, our host journeys to Yunxi to discover how the spirit of the Long March, forged nine decades ago, drives the dramatic transformation of this mountain region today. And the story begins with a single Red Army leaflet.

Established in 2007, the Yangtze River rare plant research institute serves as a force in safeguarding the biodiversity of the Yangtze River.

Tired of housework and wishing someone would take care of all the chores? If one company in Wuhan, Hubei province, has its way, all the daily domestic drudgery would soon be the responsibility of robot housekeepers that could become as common as basic household appliances in the future.

In recent years, the population of the species in Hubei has increased steadily as systematic ecological restoration efforts were implemented.

Taking advantage of the natural resources, local authorities of Enshi Tujia and Miao Autonomous Prefecture have built sports bases for rafting, rock climbing, rappelling, kayaking, paddleboarding, etc.