The article highlights a curated selection of must-see art exhibitions across the Asia Pacific region in 2026. Key shows include Zao Wou-Ki's printmaking retrospective at M+ in Hong Kong, a major Cartier jewelry exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria in Melbourne, and a survey of Western landscape art from the Centre Pompidou collection. Other notable exhibitions feature ancient Egyptian treasures at the Hong Kong Palace Museum, as well as shows dedicated to Klimt, Van Gogh, and Vermeer in Taipei and Japan.
This roundup matters because it underscores the Asia Pacific region's growing role as a global hub for major cultural events, attracting international audiences and fostering cross-cultural dialogue. By featuring both Western masters and Asian artists, the exhibitions reflect the region's diverse artistic heritage and its increasing influence in the global art market and museum landscape.