Int'l comic conference opens in Anyang, central China's Henan Province

An international comic conference opened Saturday in the ancient city of Anyang, central China's Henan Province, attracting over 1,000 cartoonists and animators from 12 countries and regions including China, Japan, the Republic of Korea, and Singapore. A total of 2,931 comic works from 29 countries and regions are on display at the 19th International Comic Conference, which will last until Nov. 8. A special exhibition on China's comics over the past 30 years is also on show, showcasing the masterpieces of 70 Chinese cartoonists.

Comic enthusiasts visit an exhibition during the 19th World Comic Conference in Anyang, central China's Henan Province, Nov. 4, 2023.

A girl poses for a photo during the 19th World Comic Conference in Anyang, central China's Henan Province, Nov. 4, 2023.

Comic enthusiasts select comic products during the 19th World Comic Conference in Anyang, central China's Henan Province, Nov. 4, 2023.

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