When U.S. professor Timothy Burns arrived in China’s historic Henan Province, he expected ancient pagodas—but discovered a vibrant mix of tradition and futuristic innovation. 🏯⚡
Known as the cradle of Chinese civilization, Henan’s 3,000-year legacy as a dynastic hub and birthplace of inventions like papermaking left Burns in awe. But it was the quiet hum of electric bikes zipping through modern streets that truly caught his attention. 🚲🔋
\"Chinese people ride these like they’re in a sci-fi movie,\" laughed Burns, comparing them to gas-guzzling U.S. motorcycles. His biggest takeaway? China’s rapid leap into AI-driven green energy: \"They’re building tomorrow’s solutions today.\"
\"I congratulate China on leading the new energy race—it’s like watching the four great inventions reborn,\" he told locals.
From ancient compasses to AI-powered bikes, Burns’ journey proves innovation never left Henan—it just got a 21st-century upgrade. 🌍✨
