The creative economy is rapidly gaining momentum worldwide, becoming a significant driver of GDP growth and employment. According to the UN estimates, the cultural and creative industries account for 3.1% of global GDP and 6.2% of employment worldwide.

This month, we celebrate World Book and Copyright Day (April 23) and World Intellectual Property Day (April 26). World Intellectual Property Day this year centres on Intellectual Property and the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), fostering innovation and creativity for our common future.

Four new museums across the country are planned over the next five years and a new cultural quarter is under construction in the biggest city, Cotonou

In a world fixated on economic metrics, the transformative power of art and culture in driving economic prosperity often remains underestimated.

The Central Institute for Economic Management (CIEM) suggests that Việt Nam should foster the growth of the creative economy to capitalise on the abundant opportunities it offers.

While Ireland has become globally synonymous with film and animation success, the talented and innovative Irish commercial creative services sector encompasses much more.