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Creativity 2030 · 5th International Forum to Open in Beijing, Focusing on 'AI + Culture' for Sustainable Development
2026-03-23 ICCSD

On the occasion of the 80th anniversary of UNESCO, the Creativity 2030 · 5th International Forum, jointly organized by the International Centre for Creativity and Sustainable Development (ICCSD) under the auspices of UNESCO and the UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia (UNESCO Beijing), will be held on the afternoon of March 27 in Beijing at the Shougang Park. As the first "AI + Culture" themed forum organized by UNESCO in China, the event aims to build a global platform for international exchange in creativity and sustainable development, injecting new momentum into the achievement of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development.

Focusing on Global Frontier Topics with a Diverse Lineup of Speakers

The forum will bring together representatives from international organizations, experts and scholars in artificial intelligence and cultural technology, and business leaders from more than ten countries and regions, forming a diverse and high-level lineup of participants. Under the theme "AI + Culture Empowering Sustainable Development", participants will engage in in-depth discussions on key topics such as AI-driven cultural diversity, revitalization of cultural heritage, and upgrading of creative industries.

Key speakers include Duong Bich Hanh, Head of Culture Sector of the UNESCO Regional Office for East Asia; Yi Zeng, Member of the Advisory Committee of ICCSD; and experts and industry representatives from Hungary, Austria, Russia, Canada, Macao SAR, as well as domestic universities and research institutions. Through keynote speeches, thematic presentations, and roundtable dialogues, participants will explore topics such as "pathways and challenges for AI-driven high-quality development of cultural industries", and "AI + culture: impacts on sustainable social development".

Cultural and Technological Demonstration Cases to Release, Showcasing Cultural-Tech Practices

During the forum, demonstration cases on protecting and promoting the diversity of cultural expressions in the digital environment will be released. The event will also showcase practical applications of artificial intelligence in cultural scenarios, including cultural heritage protection, immersive performance and interactive experiences, cultural and creative content generation, and safeguarding and transmission of intangible cultural heritage.

The Creativity 2030 International Forum is an international exchange and cooperation platform launched by the ICCSD under the framework of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development, aiming to promote cooperation among creative industries, sustainable development initiatives, and the UNESCO Creative Cities Network, and facilitate multi-level exchanges between China, the region, and the world. As the centre's annual flagship event, the forum has been successfully held for four consecutive editions.

In recent years, Beijing has introduced a series of policies to promote the deep integration of technology and culture, including Policies supporting the Beijing Future Digital Space Innovation Pilot Zone, Beijing Action Plan for Technology Empowering Cultural Innovation and Development (2025–2027), and Beijing Action Plan for the Development of the Sci-Fi Industry (2025–2027). Leveraging Beijing's strengths as both an international science and technology innovation center and a national cultural center, the forum will bring together global expertise to explore practical pathways for AI + Culture empowering sustainable development, promote international exchange of Beijing's cultural-tech achievements, and contribute Chinese insights and solutions to global governance in the integration of technology and culture.

If you are interested in attending the Creativity 2030 · 5th International Forum, please contact:

Email: c2030@unesco-iccsd.com

Registration deadline: March 25, 2026

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The International Center for Creativity and Sustainable Development under the Auspices of UNESCO (Category 2) was approved at the 38th session of UNESCO General Assembly in November 2015. In 2017, the People's Government of Beijing Municipality signed the agreement with UNESCO. ICCSD becomes the world's first UNESCO Category 2 center with the theme of "creativity and sustainable development". With the support and guidance of UNESCO, the Center intends to build the world's high-level international platform that aims at creativity and sustainable development, and includes the functions of research, training, cooperation, communication, demonstration etc. The Center shall become a first-class think-tank gathering talents throughout the world, building a global renowned "laboratory of thoughts" with a focus on creativity and innovation. It shall promote cultural exchanges and cooperation, disseminate and support Chinese enterprises, technology and culture.
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