The Belt and Road Cloud Museum project, initiated by the National Museum of China, officially launched on June 10, with Shanxi Museum among its first partners. This ambitious project aims to use digital technology to bring together the finest collections from partner museums involved in the Belt and Road Initiative, overcoming geographical and language barriers to showcase diverse cultural achievements globally.

The selected museum institutions jointly press the start button, symbolizing the project's launch. [Photo/Shanxi News Network]

Other institutions in the initial cohort include the National Museum of China, the National Coach Museum in Portugal, the National Commission for Museums and Monuments in Nigeria, the Palace Museum, the Brazilian Institute of Museums, the National Museum of the Republic of Kazakhstan, and the Asian Civilisations Museum in Singapore.

The project is set to be implemented in phases from 2026 to 2030. Shanxi Museum has already selected 20 representative artifacts for inclusion, which will be made available online gradually. These digital exhibits aim to vividly showcase Shanxi's rich cultural heritage.

As the project advances, it is expected to provide a dynamic platform for cultural exchange and appreciation, making cultural treasures from around the world accessible to global audiences.