VietnamPlus, 01 February 2026, Viet Nam

On January 7, 2026, on behalf of the Politburo, Party General Secretary To Lam signed and promulgated Resolution 80 on the development of Vietnamese culture. The resolution was issued as the country enters a new stage of development marked by growing demands for rapid and sustainable growth, with closer integration between economic, political and social development, and culture and people.

Ministerio de Cultura, Peru, 01 February 2026, Peru

El Ministerio de Cultura y el Centro de Altos Estudios Nacionales (CAEN) inauguraron el “I Curso de Especialización en Políticas Públicas y Gestión Pública”, dirigido a lideresas de organizaciones indígenas u originarias y afroperuanas, con el objetivo de fortalecer sus capacidades para el diseño, la implementación y la gestión de políticas públicas con enfoque intercultural.

UzDaily, 01 February 2026, Uzbekistan

The presentation highlighted that the creative economy is becoming a key driver of growth worldwide, accounting for 3 to 7 percent of global GDP. In Uzbekistan, the sector contributed 3.7 percent of GDP in 2024, equivalent to 56.8 trillion soums, with export volumes reaching US$770.6 million. Over 319,000 people are employed in this sphere. The country’s potential is further strengthened by its y…

Abu Dhabi Media Office, 31 January 2026, United Arab Emirates

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has announced the launch of a pioneering art customs duty waiver programme that will position the emirate as one of the world’s most trusted and forward-looking destinations for the long-term placement, conservation, and exhibition of high-value artworks. The initiative is established as a framework that prioritises governance, leg…

Kwedu News, 31 January 2026, Zimbabwe

The National Arts Council of Zimbabwe (NACZ) has announced an immediate reduction in registration and clearance fees for artists and creative organisations, in a move aimed at easing the cost of doing business within the Cultural and Creative Industries (CCIs).

ANTARA News, 31 January 2026, Indonesia

Indonesia’s creative economy has become a new engine of national growth, supported by rising investment, job creation, and policy backing under President Prabowo Subianto’s 2025 development plan, the creative economy minister said.