The China Disabled Persons' Federation (CDPF) hosted an event to celebrate the upcoming Spring Festival in Beijing on Jan. 30, attended by over 100 representatives from embassies in China, U.N. agencies, international organizations and businesses, and called for more exchanges. A gala performance by artists from the China Disabled People's Performing Art Troupe was also held at the event, featuring singing, dancing and musical performances. The art troupe, which has performed in over 100 countries and regions, was designated a UNESCO Artist for Peace in 2007. [By Wang Yanfang/China.org.cn]