Nine billion journeys: the largest migration of all time begins. As of: January 31, 2024, 5:04 a.m By: Sven Hauberg CommentsPressSplit China is facing the largest mass migration ever.

In the beginning of the Year of the Dragon, many are hoping for a recovery in the economy – and more births. For the Chinese, the Spring Festival has the same significance as Christmas does for people here. For many, that means getting out of the big cities on the east coast, getting on the train - and then heading home.