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Korea Herald
17-07-2025
- General
- Korea Herald
An Invitation to Hainan Prefecture for a Harmonious Symphony of Humans and Nature
BEIJING, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nestled south of Qinghai Lake, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Qinghai Province is revered as the "gateway to Qinghai and Xizang regions". Amidst modernization, how can this ecologically vulnerable and culturally distinctive plateau nurture a symbiotic relationship between traditions and contemporary development? In pursuit of this question, the China Center for International Communication Development and the Publicity Department of the CPC Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture Committee jointly present Here is Hainan (2025). Through six grassroots stories, the program unveils the new landscape of Hainan Prefecture and invites us to join an inspiring journey, exploring the secrets of harmonious coexistence. Russian content creator Huanhuan brings a fresh perspective, deciphering how, at 3,000 meters, local people commit to preserving nature, inheriting traditions, and rebuilding homeland. At Quanwan Protection Station, the patrol routes of Cuomu, a young guardian born in the 1990s, connect the mysteries of the wetlands' rich biodiversity. Along the Heima River, the life-changing journey of Zhuoma's family as they return to their hometown witnesses how cultural and tourism inject fresh vitality into the grassland communities. On the Qieji Prairie, a 22-year relay in safeguarding the Przewalski's gazelle renews the enduring partnership between humanity and nature. By the glow of the herbal stoves at Xinghai Tibetan Hospital, traditional medicinal knowledge finds resonance with modern science. At the archaeological site of the Zongri Ruins in Tongde County, each piece of pottery tells a part of the story, coming together to reveal the spiritual heritage of the ancient communities along the upper Yellow River. And in Hongliutan Village, the joint efforts of post-2000 "village keepers" and elderly residents write an unconventional chapter in rural revitalization. More than just depictions of picturesque landscapes, these stories tap into the essence of ecological preservation, cultural heritage, and civilization tracing, giving the plateau narrative both grounding substance and intellectual sparkle. Huanhuan's journey is anything but a routine exercise in observation and recording. Her joyful study of the Wetland Bird Handbook by Qinghai Lake breaks the barriers that often separate experts from laypeople in ecological patrols. Her clumsy yet heartfelt attempts at street vending by the Heima River breathe life into rural revitalization. Her breathless attention while piecing together pottery shards at the Zongri Ruins lends a real-time pulse to the quest for civilization's origins. The pauses in communication and the slips in comprehension are the key to empathy, because real understanding isn't about flawless performance, but about earnest, sometimes imperfect moments of shared discovery. Whether it's the flying birds above the Qinghai Lake, the prancing gazelles on the Qieji Grassland, the fireside warmth of the Tibetan hospital, the intricate pottery patterns at the Zongri Ruins, the cheerful chatter by the Heima River, or the painted walls in the Hongliutan Village— Here is Hainan (2025) captures the interplay of these vivid scenes. Through unadorned storytelling, it paints for the world a picture of harmonious coexistence in Hainan Prefecture. Here, Hainan Prefecture is not a distant land, but a shared home where nature and humanity, tradition and modernity, live and thrive together.
The Wire
17-07-2025
- General
- The Wire
An Invitation to Hainan Prefecture for a Harmonious Symphony of Humans and Nature
BEIJING, July 17, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Nestled south of Qinghai Lake, Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture in Qinghai Province is revered as the "gateway to Qinghai and Xizang regions". Amidst modernization, how can this ecologically vulnerable and culturally distinctive plateau nurture a symbiotic relationship between traditions and contemporary development? In pursuit of this question, the China Center for International Communication Development and the Publicity Department of the CPC Hainan Tibetan Autonomous Prefecture Committee jointly present Here is Hainan (2025). Through six grassroots stories, the program unveils the new landscape of Hainan Prefecture and invites us to join an inspiring journey, exploring the secrets of harmonious coexistence. Russian content creator Huanhuan brings a fresh perspective, deciphering how, at 3,000 meters, local people commit to preserving nature, inheriting traditions, and rebuilding homeland. At Quanwan Protection Station, the patrol routes of Cuomu, a young guardian born in the 1990s, connect the mysteries of the wetlands' rich biodiversity. Along the Heima River, the life-changing journey of Zhuoma's family as they return to their hometown witnesses how cultural and tourism inject fresh vitality into the grassland communities. On the Qieji Prairie, a 22-year relay in safeguarding the Przewalski's gazelle renews the enduring partnership between humanity and nature. By the glow of the herbal stoves at Xinghai Tibetan Hospital, traditional medicinal knowledge finds resonance with modern science. At the archaeological site of the Zongri Ruins in Tongde County, each piece of pottery tells a part of the story, coming together to reveal the spiritual heritage of the ancient communities along the upper Yellow River. And in Hongliutan Village, the joint efforts of post-2000 "village keepers" and elderly residents write an unconventional chapter in rural revitalization. More than just depictions of picturesque landscapes, these stories tap into the essence of ecological preservation, cultural heritage, and civilization tracing, giving the plateau narrative both grounding substance and intellectual sparkle. Huanhuan's journey is anything but a routine exercise in observation and recording. Her joyful study of the Wetland Bird Handbook by Qinghai Lake breaks the barriers that often separate experts from laypeople in ecological patrols. Her clumsy yet heartfelt attempts at street vending by the Heima River breathe life into rural revitalization. Her breathless attention while piecing together pottery shards at the Zongri Ruins lends a real-time pulse to the quest for civilization's origins. The pauses in communication and the slips in comprehension are the key to empathy, because real understanding isn't about flawless performance, but about earnest, sometimes imperfect moments of shared discovery. Whether it's the flying birds above the Qinghai Lake, the prancing gazelles on the Qieji Grassland, the fireside warmth of the Tibetan hospital, the intricate pottery patterns at the Zongri Ruins, the cheerful chatter by the Heima River, or the painted walls in the Hongliutan Village—Here is Hainan (2025) captures the interplay of these vivid scenes. Through unadorned storytelling, it paints for the world a picture of harmonious coexistence in Hainan Prefecture. Here, Hainan Prefecture is not a distant land, but a shared home where nature and humanity, tradition and modernity, live and thrive together. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PRNewswire and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). This is an auto-published feed from PTI with no editorial input from The Wire.
Korea Herald
07-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Korea Herald
World Premiere of the "Quintet of Liangzhu Civilization" Animated Shorts on Liangzhu Day
HANGZHOU, China, July 7, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- The annual "Hangzhou Liangzhu Day" returned on July 6, 2025! On July 7, a new animated short series, "The Quintet of Liangzhu Civilization", was released to audiences worldwide. Jointly presented by the Hangzhou Liangzhu Archaeological Site Administrative District Management Committee and the China Center for International Communication Development, and produced by the Central Academy of Fine Arts, this groundbreaking series brings the Liangzhu civilization to life through five distinct shorts, Pottery, Jade, Stone, Agriculture, and Fire, each spotlighting a key element of Liangzhu culture. Five artistic genres—watercolor, colored pencil, printmaking, ink wash, and paper-cutting—infuse each episode with a unique visual identity, telling the stories of Liangzhu's five-thousand-year legacy. It is a fusion of Chinese animation with archaeology, history, and culture, representing a pioneering model in civilizational narrative. The series celebrates the Archaeological Ruins of Liangzhu City, the sacred proof of China's continuous five-millennia civilization, by animating the richness and unique charm of Liangzhu culture. Based on robust historical sources, it not only reconstructs Liangzhu's glory and daily realities, but also portrays the nuanced journeys of characters and their interactions with the civilization's core elements, pottery, jade, stone, agriculture, and fire. The shorts unfold stories about how the young potter "Ye" and the jade worker "Yue" grew; how "Ben" found renewed purpose as a stonemason during his daily practice after his father's passing; and how the Shuyi couple lived a harmonious life. The series reaches its climax as all five protagonists unite within the Liangzhu City to confront a devastating granary fire, weaving together inventive, emotionally resonant tales. With a focus on the features of Liangzhu culture, this series creates a new production paradigm by integrating culture, art, and technology. It harnesses AI technologies during pre-production to refine character and scene design, ensuring a faithful reflection of Liangzhu's cultural heritage. The commitment to hand-drawn artistry, which pairs sophisticated brushwork with Chinese visual language, brings out the Liangzhu cultural flavor in everything from headgear to architecture. Each episode's visual identity is tailored to its specific narrative, breathing new life into these Liangzhu stories.
The Wire
25-06-2025
- Entertainment
- The Wire
AI Brings Historical Scenes to Life
BEIJING, June 24, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- A new series of short-form videos, co-produced by the China Center for International Communication Development (CCICD) and the National Institute for South China Sea Studies (NISCSS), uses cutting-edge AI to recreate historical moments. Combining cinematic visuals, immersive details, and emotional storytelling, the project transports audiences back in time. "In 1755 AD , a Thai merchant fleet, caught in a violent storm shortly after entering the South China Sea, faced utter devastation by dawn. As hope faded, the Guangdong Navy's patrol fleet emerged on the horizon..." Far from legend, such episodes—documented in ancient Chinese book the Factual Record of Qing Dynasty—reveal the Qing government's repeated rescue missions for distressed foreign vessels, providing survivors with supplies and safe passage home. Now, 270 years later, a story once confined to 30 classical Chinese characters comes to life through advanced AI. (Disclaimer: The above press release comes to you under an arrangement with PRNewswire and PTI takes no editorial responsibility for the same.). This is an auto-published feed from PTI with no editorial input from The Wire.
