Culture is expensive, and China is no exception. Without the support of public and private entities, many artists could not create anything or go commercial on a large scale. What kind of roles do major corporations and local governments play in funding art in this country?

Featuring

Yilin Chen: Art project director at Winland Group

Elie Rosenberg: Cofounder of Impromptu

He Xin: former real estate consultant

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Middle Earth is made by China Compass Productions and hosted by Aladin Farré. If you have a China-themed cultural project like shooting your next documentary or looking for a specific talent, please get in touch! 

With thanks to Ren Jiayin for production assistance, Eleven Labs for the AI voice and Leeluv for the poster picture and Sean Calvo for music support.