The China Academy of Art marked its 98th anniversary with the launch of its annual "CAA Report" at the Nanshan campus in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province, outlining a focused strategy as it approaches its centennial milestone.
The CAA president Yu Xuhong said the academy will prioritize the integration of art and technology while deepening global artistic exchange, positioning the institution to contribute to innovation and the writing of world art history. Framing the initiative as a response to the demands of the times, he said the CAA aims to accelerate its development into a world-class art institution.
The event unveiled a cluster of major initiatives spanning exhibitions, research, partnerships and heritage.
At the forefront is the fifth China Design Exhibition and Public Art Thematic Exhibition, a national showcase that will be held in Hangzhou for the first time, underscoring the growing role of design in cultural renewal, industrial transformation and everyday life.
