Get ready to explore central China like never before. CGTN's new eight-part series Eyes Over Hubei premieres November 28, blending aerial cinematography and grassroots storytelling to showcase Hubei Province's cultural richness and ecological significance. Reporter Morag Hobbs guides viewers along the Yangtze River – Asia's longest waterway – revealing how ancient traditions meet cutting-edge sustainability efforts in this economic powerhouse region.
From tea-growing highlands to bustling innovation hubs in Wuhan, the series promises intimate portraits of local artisans, climate scientists, and entrepreneurs shaping the area's future. Highlights include rare footage of the Three Gorges Dam's operations and insights into Hubei's growing renewable energy sector, responsible for 45% of the province's 2023 power output.
\"The Yangtze isn't just a river – it's the living pulse of 60 million people,\" says Hobbs in the newly released trailer, which has already garnered 2.3 million views across platforms. The project aligns with China's ecological civilization initiatives, highlighting reforestation programs that have increased Hubei's forest coverage by 12% since 2016.
Episodes will stream globally with multilingual subtitles, offering young travelers and culture enthusiasts virtual access to UNESCO World Heritage sites like Shennongjia Forestry District. For business audiences, the series examines Hubei's emerging smart transportation networks and its role in the Yangtze River Economic Belt contributing $2.3 trillion annually to China's GDP.
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'Eyes Over Hubei' series trailer: Buckle up for a very special journey
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