RTHK, 23 March 2026, Hong Kong SAR, China

Secretary for Culture, Sports and Tourism Rosanna Law said that a key focus of Hong Kong’s upcoming five-year plan will be the strengthening of arts and cultural exchanges between the mainland and other places.

Asianet Newsable, 23 March 2026, India

The Culture Ministry has implemented the 'Global Engagement Scheme' to promote Indian heritage abroad. 627 artists are empanelled for international festivals, and ICCR has sponsored 52 folk troupes, with Rs. 2.58 crore allocated for 2025-26.

Minister for the Arts, 23 March 2026, Australia

Three years on from the launch of our five-year National Cultural Policy Revive, with over 85% of actions delivered, the new policy will build on this progress and consider the long-term settings needed to support Australia’s arts and culture into the future.

The Manila Times, 21 March 2026, Philippines

The House Special Committee on Creative Industries has pushed for the overhaul of the Philippine film sector after it tackled the proposed Local Film Industry Development Act in its fifth regular meeting held recently.

The Manila Times, 19 March 2026, Philippines

The Philippine creative economy grew 6.9 percent to PHP2.12 trillion in 2025 from PHP1.98 trillion in 2024, the Philippine Statistics Authority (PSA) said Thursday. The sector accounted for 7.6 percent of the country’s gross domestic product.

British Council, 19 March 2026, International

The British Council is proud to be involved in the State Visit of Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu GCFR to the United Kingdom. The visit also represents a significant diplomatic opportunity to enhance cultural ties and foster growth in creative industries, which have been identified as key drivers of economic development by both nations.