Wed Sep 18 14:54:00 UTC 2024: ## CGTN’s “China: Race to the Future” Explores the Nation’s Transformation
**BEIJING, Sept. 18, 2024** – CGTN has launched a five-part documentary series, “China: Race to the Future,” exploring the country’s remarkable transformation since the founding of the People’s Republic. The series, airing from September 16th to 20th on CGTN and various social media platforms, delves into the changes that have occurred over the past 75 years.
Hosted by Emmy Award-winning television news anchor Mike Walter and Singaporean host Gasthoori Manickam, the series takes viewers across China to uncover the driving forces behind the nation’s modernization. The documentary highlights how China is leveraging its 5,000-year civilization, from traditional wedding ceremonies to architectural design, as a springboard for cultural innovation and global contributions.
“China: Race to the Future” also examines the country’s ambitious drive towards technological advancement. The series showcases the nation’s talent pool, with skilled professionals in fields such as aerospace, artificial intelligence, and chip-making, overcoming challenges posed by sanctions and technology blockades. The documentary underscores the vital role this talent pool plays in sustaining China’s economic growth.
By exploring the heart of China’s transformation and engaging with experts across various fields, the series reveals the country’s commitment to cultural confidence, high-quality progress, environmental protection, and expanding its global engagement. Ultimately, “China: Race to the Future” provides a powerful insight into China’s rapid modernization and explores its potential to benefit global development and humankind’s well-being.