This agreement outlines the cooperation between the Ministry of Culture of the Republic of Moldova and the Ministry of Culture and Communication of France in managing, preserving, and promoting cultural heritage. The collaboration aims to exchange experiences and information on the conservation, protection, and management of movable, architectural, and urban heritage. The partnership highlights the importance of reinforcing the skills of heritage professionals in Moldova by providing training in France or in Moldova by French experts. They also developed a program of actions to achieve their objectives, which they periodically evaluate.
The parties focus on the conservation of movable, architectural, and urban heritage, which is significant to the cultural and historical identity of the two countries. As such, both parties aim to improve the skills of specialists by providing opportunities for training and exchanges of experts. They also acknowledge the importance of evaluating the results of their actions to identify areas that need improvement. The budget for each program of actions is agreed upon by both parties, and they will fund the projects within the scope of their operational budget. If necessary, they may enlist the assistance of external public or private partners or apply for grants to support their activities.
To ensure effective implementation of the agreement, a pilot committee, composed of representatives from both Ministries and relevant actors, will regularly meet to monitor progress. The Committee reviews the actions taken in the year before preparing for the following year and submits a report before the first quarter of each year. Overall, this agreement highlights the importance of preserving cultural heritage, which has significant value in the appreciation of history and art. The partnership is a significant move towards ensuring that heritage remains relevant for future generations.
