Cultural genes on display

Running from July 3 to 6 at the NECC, the exhibition displays precious documents that highlight the Party's 100-year journey to glory.

It also showcases the development process of China's conference and exhibition industry during the past century.

Among the highlights are development and operation achievements of the center over the past decade and remarkable moments from the expo's past three sessions.

Visitors to the event can also see art treasures and works exhibited at the past three expos as well as memorial gifts given by exhibitors and attendees.

Intangible cultural heritage items from Shanghai have also been displayed.

Shandong province and Suzhou in Jiangsu province, which exhibit items in the exhibition and convention center throughout the year, were invited to showcase their artisan works. During the opening ceremony, the CIIE Bureau also announced the founding of the Artwork Experts Committee for the expo.