China's NCHA aims to develop 10-15 world-class archaeological institutions by 2030 and improve their global standing.

China's National Cultural Heritage Administration (NCHA) plans to develop world-class archaeological institutions by 2035, aiming to cultivate 10-15 such institutions by 2030 and improve their global standing. The focus will be on academic research, international cooperation, management innovation, and team-building. NCHA will evaluate archaeological institutions every three years.