The 11th China International Cartoon and Animation Festival kicked off on April 28 in the eastern city of Hangzhou.

Around 600 animation exhibitors from more than 70 countries and regions are expected to participate in the event. It is the biggest event of its kind in China and will bring together leading artists, industry insiders, university professors and fans.

The event features 43 major activities and also includes activities online for the first time. Other activities will mainly involve exhibitions, forums and contests.

The theme of this year’s event is “International Animation, Beautiful Hangzhou”, the organizer hopes to bring quality works to China and also show Chinese animation to the world.