27 years later, Ronald Sakolsky finally hugged the tree he once planted with his own hands. To him, it was like embracing his own child – planting it, watching it grow, and feeling proud to see it now taking root in the Mu Us Desert and giving back to China. In an exclusive interview with CGTN host Tian Wei, Sakolsky said that the more he learns about Yin Yuzhen, the more gratitude and respect he has for everything she has done. "She is the hero." Take a look.