The 12th China International Cartoon and Animation Festival has opened in Hangzhou, with artists and enterprises from 80 countries and regions taking part.
China Int'l Cartoon and Animation Festival opens? |
This year's event includes exhibitions and contests; screenings of classic animations; a cosplay show; a summit forum; merchandising; and a job fair. For the first time, a South-African delegation is attending, marking a historical breakthrough as five continents are now represented.
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China Int'l Cartoon and Animation Festival opens? |
One of the festival's most popular events is the cosplay competition, with finals to be held on April 30 and May 1. Initiated in 2005, the six-day festival aims to foster cooperation, competition, and development between cartoon organizations from home and abroad. It is China's largest animation expo.