A meeting on the work of the calligraphy and painting office of the National Committee of the Chinese People's Political Consultative Conference (CPPCC) was held in Beijing on Sept 10. 

Wang Dongfeng, vice-chairman and secretary-general of the CPPCC National Committee and director of the calligraphy and painting office, addressed the meeting. 

Wang noted that, since its establishment in 1985, the calligraphy and painting office has extensively engaged with and united CPPCC National Committee members in the calligraphy and painting fields, while making significant contributions to promoting artistic innovation, producing contemporary masterpieces, popularizing knowledge of calligraphy and painting, and conducting research in the arts. 

Wang urged the office to uphold fundamental principles and break new ground, striving to create outstanding artworks and use them to inspire people, in order to contribute to the drive of deepening reforms and advancing Chinese modernization. 

He said it is imperative to have greater confidence in Chinese culture, with a focus on art that reflects the voice of the people and meets their cultural needs. He also underscored the importance of using calligraphy and painting as mediums to promote traditional Chinese culture, foster international exchange and enhance global communication. 

Wang called for CPPCC National Committee members to actively leverage their expertise, offer advice, and engage deeply with different sectors of society to contribute to building a modern Chinese civilization and building China into a country with a strong socialist culture. 

During the meeting, a calligraphy and painting workshop was held, and attendees visited an art exhibition celebrating the 75th anniversary of the founding of the CPPCC.