In April, 2017, China's central authorities announced the establishment of Xiong'an New Area in Hebei province. In the eight years since, how have the people living there thrived?

Driven by curiosity, China Daily's foreign reporter Haydn Fogel visited the emerging city. He spoke with employees relocated from Beijing, talents attracted there and people living in the new area, experiencing firsthand how Xiong'an has become a thriving hub for innovation and entrepreneurship.

Beyond the hardworking young professionals, he found the peaceful and fulfilling lives of elders and children equally inspiring. Let's explore the development of Xiong'an New Area!