Leading mathematicians, scientists and young innovators from around the globe are exploring the future of mathematics at the 10th International Congress of Chinese Mathematicians (ICCM), being held in Shanghai. CGTN's Bi Ran sat down with Shing-Tung Yau, the president of ICCM and a Fields Medal laureate, to discuss China's growing influence in global mathematical research and its role in the era of artificial intelligence. | CGTN

Is math just numbers on a page and formulas to memorize? Not quite. Mathematics has always been part of everyday life and it has its own rich history, filled with ideas, curiosity, and human stories. Inspired by ancient Chinese mathematicians, classic texts, and landmark achievements from the Xia (2070-1600 BC), Shang (1600-1046 BC), and Zhou (1046-256 BC) dynasties onward, this AI-generated music animation brings the brilliance of ancient Chinese mathematics vividly to life. #UnderstandingChina