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Law of Georgian on Cultural Heritage #4708

22 May 2007

The Georgian Law on Cultural Heritage is an informative source about Georgia’s cultural properties, this document covers the legal requirements and recommendations for protecting and maintaining these properties. The cultural properties’ visual and physical security perimeter is a significant point in the documentation, from determining the appropriate radius for cultural properties to identifying what activities are permitted within these perimeters. Moreover, the Law expands on various regulations and exemptions surrounding small-scale architectural structures and minor modifications to existing buildings that do not pose a threat to the cultural property’s structure

Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions. Paris, 20 October 2005

27 February 2007

The Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions was adopted on 20 October 2005 in Paris, France. It entered into force on 18 March 2007 and currently has 156 parties. The Convention is deposited with UNESCO and was registered at the UN on 5 June 2007, with registration number 43977. It focuses on culture and is a type of international instrument known as a convention. The Convention underscores the importance of cultural diversity as a defining characteristic of humanity and a common heritage that must

Memorandum of Understanding for co-operation in the field of Cultural Heritage between Malta and the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya

14 February 2007

The MoU published by the Ministry For Foreign And European Affairs And Trade establishes a cooperation between Heritage Malta, the national government entity entrusted with the care, management and conservation of Cultural Heritage, now under the Ministry for the National Heritage, the Arts and Local Government, and the Antiquities Authority of the Great Socialist People’s Libyan Arab Jamahiriya. Although on the national level there have been institutional reforms, the MoU is still in force. The objective of the MoU is to foster and develop the relationship between the two authorities

Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act 2006

2 May 2006

The Natural Environment and Rural Communities Act of 2006 is a UK legislative instrument that sets out policies and objectives for the conservation and enhancement of the natural environment and rural communities. The Act seeks to address the multiple challenges arising from the degradation of key ecosystems, biodiversity loss, and unsustainable use of resources. This Act empowers public authorities to develop policies and strategies for biodiversity protection, wildlife management, and the promotion of sustainable rural communities. It establishes a framework to enable these authorities to determine their respective roles in

Gaelic Language (Scotland) Act 2005

13 February 2006

This legislation establishes measures to promote and protect the Gaelic language in Scotland, emphasising its cultural significance and heritage. It mandates relevant public authorities to develop Gaelic language plans, ensuring the language’s preservation and promotion in various sectors. The Act empowers the Bòrd na Gàidhlig to provide guidance and support to public bodies in implementing these plans effectively. Furthermore, the legislation outlines procedures for reviewing and appealing notices related to Gaelic language plans, ensuring transparency and accountability in the process. It also addresses the monitoring of plan implementation, allowing for

Law 3378/2005 (Α 203/19-08-2005): Ratification of the European Convention for the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage (Valletta, 1992)

19 August 2005

The European Convention for the Protection of the Archaeological Heritage (revised) replaced and updated the original London Convention of 1969. The aim of this (revised) Convention is to protect the archaeological heritage as a source of the European collective memory and as an instrument for historical and scientific study. The convention acknowledges that the European archaeological heritage, which provides evidence of ancient history, is seriously threatened with deterioration because of the increasing number of major planning schemes, natural risks, clandestine or unscientific excavations and insufficient public awareness. It establishes a

Loi fédérale sur le transfert international des biens culturels (Federal Act on the International Transfer of Cultural Property)

1 June 2005

The Swiss law on the International Transfer of Cultural Property regulates the transfer of cultural property to prevent illegal trade and ensure the preservation of cultural heritage. The main themes of the law include the protection of cultural property, the prevention of illicit trafficking, and the promotion of international cooperation. It establishes guidelines for the lawful acquisition and transfer of cultural items, ensuring they are preserved and protected. Key points of the document involve the requirement for thorough documentation and proof of lawful ownership when transferring cultural property. The law

Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage. Paris, 17 October 2003

18 May 2005

The Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage, adopted by UNESCO in 2003, aims to protect and promote the diverse cultural practices, expressions, knowledge, and skills that communities recognize as part of their cultural heritage. It highlights the significance of intangible cultural heritage for cultural diversity and sustainable development. The Convention establishes measures for safeguarding, including documentation, research, and education, and emphasizes the importance of community involvement. It also creates mechanisms for international cooperation and assistance, including a Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity and

Law 3317/2005 (45/Α/23-02-2005): Ratification of the Second Protocol to the Hague Convention “for the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict”

23 February 2005

The Second Protocol supplements several provisions of the 1954 Hague Convention on the protection and safeguarding of cultural property. It establishes a new regime of “immunity” for cultural property of outstanding importance for humanity, the regime of “enhanced protection”, provided that the cultural property is adequately protected by domestic law and not used for military purposes or to shield military sites. Enhanced protection shall be granted from the moment of inscription on the List of Cultural Property Under Enhanced Protection. This decision is taken by the Committee for the Protection

Law on ” The export and import of cultural values” ЗАКОН РЕСПУБЛИКИ АРМЕНИЯ О ВЫВОЗЕ И ВВОЗЕ КУЛЬТУРНЫХ ЦЕННОСТЕЙ

6 December 2004

The Law of the Republic of Armenia on export and import of cultural values, enacted on December 29, 2004 and amended in 2022, serves to protect and regulate the movement of significant cultural artifacts and objects. Its primary purpose is to prevent illegal export and import of these items, safeguarding Armenia’s cultural heritage. The law applies to a broad range of objects deemed culturally significant, including historical artifacts, archaeological finds, art pieces, manuscripts, musical instruments, ethnographic materials, and more. Key provisions outline the categories of cultural values covered, ranging from

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