Digital creative industries have the potential to drive socioeconomic development in the Asian region. On one hand, they contribute to economic growth and create new jobs: for example, according to PricewaterhouseCoopers(PWC) estimates, the Indian entertainment and media industry is forecasted to grow faster (+10%) than the broader economy (+6.31%) in 2024–2028. On the other hand, they also strengthen a country’s national brand and soft power in the international political ar

This research paper by Gerard P. Concepcion explores how ASEAN can build a stronger regional identity by focusing on shared cultural heritage rather than emphasizing the differences between member countries. The author argues that while geographic proximity and historical connections are important, they alone cannot create the deep sense of community that ASEAN needs to thrive as a regional organization.

The World Summit on Arts and Culture is the flagship event of the International Federation of Arts 1 Discussion Paper with 10 authors 2 Participatory Workshops Federation provides a platform for global thought Councils and Culture Agencies, which is generally convened every three years in different parts of the world, co-hosted with a National Member of the Federation.

Ontario generates almost half of Canada’s culture sector GDP and employment. But what’s the economic impact of the arts and culture sector in your municipality? How many people in your region are directly employed by the arts and culture sector? How can you find out the financial return on investment of public arts funding in your community?

ASEAN-ROK Cooperation Fund The ASEAN-ROK Cooperation Fund (AKCF) has been a pivotal cornerstone in fostering regional cooperation and solidarity between ASEAN and the Republic of Korea since its establishment in 1990.

The new report examines five mega trends: climate change; demographic shifts, particularly population ageing; urbanization; the emergence of digital technologies; and inequalities –that are affecting economic, social and environmental outcomes.

Developed since 2012 in partnership with On the Move, the main objectives of the Guides are to make available online the existing information on funding that supports the international mobility of artists and cultural operators from Asia, and to provide input to funders on how to fill in the existing funding gaps for international cultural exchange in Asia. 

The Creative Economy Outlook 2024 underscores the pivotal role that creative industries play in trade and economic growth. UNCTAD’s global survey reveals the varied economic contributions of the creative economy across different countries, ranging from 0.5% to 7.3% of GDP and employing between 0.5% to 12.5% of the workforce.

ARTJOG is an annual contemporary art exhibition in the city of Yogyakarta, which is usually held for one whole month in the period between May and July. ARTJOG is regarded as barometer of contemporary art in Indonesia as it always showcases both local and international artists from various circles and their works – from two-dimensional and three-dimensional artworks to performance art and art installations.

This report presents the results of new empirical work conducted by Frontier Economics to estimate the impact of the creative industries (CIs) on wider firms’ innovation and activity. The findings add to the growing body of evidence that there are knowledge spillovers from the CIs that have a beneficial impact on the innovation of firms in the wider economy.

An in-depth examination of how artificial intelligence is reshaping the creative landscape, from artist studios to luxury boardrooms. The intersection of artificial intelligence and creative expression has emerged as one of the most fascinating and contentious topics in contemporary culture. A groundbreaking new report by Cultural Communications and ArtTactic, titled "Art, AI and the Future of Creativity," offers unprecedented insights into how AI is transforming not just th

Malaysia's chairmanship theme, "Inclusivity and Sustainability," reflects both regional aspirations and practical necessities as the bloc navigates intensifying great power competition, internal divisions, and emerging non-traditional security challenges. This report examines the key challenges facing ASEAN under Malaysia's chairmanship and analyzes potential pathways for addressing them.