International Audiovisual Arts Gala Held in Shanghai
The International Audiovisual Arts Gala showcased innovative art and technology at the Shanghai Exhibition Center on October 18.
Shanghai, October 19 (Daily Kiran) : The International Audiovisual Arts Gala took place on the night of October 18 at the Shanghai Exhibition Center, concluding the International Audiovisual Arts Carnival. This event, organized by China Media Group (CMG) and the Shanghai Municipal Government, highlighted a series of audiovisual achievements that blend technological innovation with artistic expression.
During the ceremony, CMG’s Director General, Shan Haisheng, and Shanghai Mayor, Zhu Chongming, delivered speeches and jointly launched the International Audiovisual Arts Co-Creation Initiative. Shan emphasized that the collaboration between CMG and Shanghai represents a mutual empowerment. He described CMG as a leading international media platform and noted Shanghai’s strong innovative capabilities and rich urban culture. He expressed a commitment to deepening strategic cooperation with Shanghai to promote cultural innovation through technological advancements.
Mayor Zhu highlighted that audiovisual media is a popular cultural medium among the public and identified Shanghai as a key area for cultural brand development. He stated that the city would implement the International Audiovisual Arts Co-Creation Initiative with CMG’s support, aiming to enhance the audiovisual business chain in Shanghai and strengthen the city’s cultural soft power to better meet the public’s demand for improved living standards.
At the closing ceremony, CMG unveiled a multilingual short drama and animation platform, along with an AI production and release platform. Additionally, initiatives promoting audiovisual collaboration were introduced, alongside the commencement of immersive spherical screen technology and the co-creation of content and service institutes.
