China Art Industry Expo underway in Beijing

The seven-day China Art Industry Expo, running from Sept 29 to Oct 5 is showcasing artworks from more than 80 countries at seven museums and art centers in Beijing's emerging art zone Songzhuang in Tongzhou district.

The expo is part of efforts by the governments of Beijing and Tongzhou to further regulate and develop the booming art market and offer better cultural services to the public.

Some 300 art collectors and artists from 120 major art organizations around the world are expected to join the expo.