Master' of Hongyadong
Alan Macfarlane’s Inspiring Lecture in Chongqing
Chongqing recently hosted an intellectual feast. The renowned British anthropologist, Professor Alan Macfarlane, delivered a lecture at “The Land Sea Talk,” where every seat in the hall was filled. This special talk, themed “Reflections on Chinese and Western Civilizations,” attracted more than 1,100 attendees. Even more exciting, Professor Macfarlane was appointed as the first “Land-Sea Reading” Common Reading Ambassador. At the same time, Cambridge River Publishing and Chongqing University Press signed a cooperation agreement, opening a new chapter in cultural exchange between the UK and China. In this episode of Bridging News, let’s take a look.
Dancing into the Poetic World of A Dream of Red Mansions
From academia to the arts, recently, the National Ballet of China’s A Dream of Red Mansions captivated Chongqing audiences at the Shi Guangnan Grand Theatre. The reporter visited backstage and spoke with the dancers about how they bring new life to this literary masterpiece through the language of ballet. This stunning performance, blending Chinese classical literature with Western ballet, expresses the poetic essence of Chinese aesthetics through every movement.
I’m the “Master” of Hongyadong
说到重庆地标，洪崖洞绝对是绕不开的存在。它的设计者何永智女士，在1982年创办小天鹅火锅，2002年又打造了这座“空中街市”。这位70岁的企业家如今在抖音拥有百万粉丝，她创作的“洪崖洞十二时辰”系列视频，单期最高播放量达2000万。从实体商业到城市名片，再到新媒体传播，她始终走在时代前沿。本期《重庆面孔》，让我们听听这位“洪崖洞洞主”的创业故事。
When it comes to Chongqing landmarks, Hongyadong is a must-visit. Its creator, He Yongzhi, founded Cygnet Hotpot in 1982 and later built this “vertical marketplace” in 2002. Now in her seventies, this entrepreneur has over a million followers on Douyin. Her “Twelve Hours of Hongyadong” video series has reached up to 20 million views per episode. From physical business to city branding and new media storytelling, she has always stayed ahead of her time. In this episode of Faces of Chongqing, let’s hear the inspiring journey of the “Master of Hongyadong.”
重庆的“十四五”答卷
Review of Chongqing's “14th Five-Year Plan
During the 14th Five-Year Plan period, Chongqing has achieved remarkable accomplishments in numerous fields."Chongqing Manufacturing" has realized a quantum leap, with the total industrial economy exceeding 3 trillion yuan. In 2024, the total retail sales of consumer goods reached 1.6 trillion yuan. The "two-hour travel radius within Chongqing" transportation network has been largely completed, with the city's comprehensive transportation network reaching a total length of 194,000 kilometers. Meanwhile, Chongqing has focused on building a "15-minute high-quality living service circle," effectively covering needs such as education, elderly care, and healthcare. The water quality of the Chongqing section of the Yangtze River mainstream has remained excellent for eight consecutive years, and black, odorous water bodies in rural areas have achieved dynamic clearance. Urban governance has integrated digital technology, steadily advancing toward smart city development.
