China's cities are telling new stories of transformation and opportunity as the 2026 Two Sessions begin, and the country enters the first year of the 15th Five-Year Plan. How are local economies evolving to meet national goals? What can hometown stories reveal about China's path over the next five years? In this special edition of The Hub, themed "From Hometowns to Horizons," CGTN's reporters explore China's cities by visiting their hometowns.