China’s Huangqiao Town, known as the world’s violin capital, is harmonizing tradition with modernity. Over 1,000 workshops here produce nearly 70% of global violins, blending advanced automation with artisanal craftsmanship. Lily Lyu of CGTN met workers like Zhang Rui, who says, "Every instrument carries our pride in preserving this legacy while powering cross-border trade."
Innovation extends to Anhui Province’s rice paddies, where farmers in Wuhe County employ a "rice-crab symbiosis" system. Crabs clear pests and oxygenate water, boosting yields by 20% while reducing chemical use. Local farmer Li Wei explains, "This method earns us double income while healing the land."
Meanwhile, China has achieved "zero growth" in land desertification through reforestation and sustainable practices. Projects like the 4,500km Great Green Wall have transformed 19.3 million hectares since 2000. Ecologist Dr. Wang Lin credits community-driven solutions: "Desert combat isn’t just policy—it’s grassroots wisdom meeting national vision."
