Zakon o ratifikaciji konvencije o zaštiti podvodne kulturne baštine (The Law on Ratification of the Convention on the Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage)

The document is a legislative act by Montenegro, related to the ratification of the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of the Underwater Cultural Heritage. This law underscores Montenegro’s commitment to preserving underwater cultural heritage within its jurisdiction. It outlines the legal framework for identifying, protecting, and conserving underwater cultural sites, which include shipwrecks, ruins, and artifacts with archaeological, historical, or cultural significance located beneath the water’s surface. The ratification signifies Montenegro’s intention to cooperate internationally in safeguarding submerged heritage for future generations, promoting scientific research, and ensuring responsible public access to this aspect of cultural heritage.