The law outlined in these pages details the regulations surrounding the protection, preservation, and restoration of archeological heritage in Moldova. The law lays out requirements for carrying out research and conservation work through interdisciplinary studies and technical documentation. It also mandates the coordination of all underground and underwater construction projects with the National Archeological Agency and the inclusion of measures for the protection of archeological sites in project budgets.
The law also provides guidelines for the certification of individuals and entities authorized to undertake research, conservation and restoration work. It strictly regulates the use of replicas and models in conservation efforts and permits the use of components of archeological heritage only with explicit permission from state institutions responsible for heritage protection.
The law highlights the responsibilities of state and local government institutions in financing and coordinating efforts to maintain and protect archeological sites, including the allocation of budgets for research, preservation, and restoration work. It also provides for state aid in the form of concessions on materials and equipment for heritages sites.
This law is crucial for the culturally rich and historically significant region of Moldova, as it provides a comprehensive framework for the protection and preservation of its archeological heritage. It enhances the accountability of government and non-government organizations towards the goals of heritage conservation and restoration.
Archeologists, historians, and other professionals working to preserve the rich archeological heritage of the region will find this law an essential tool in their work. Enthusiasts, students, and researchers interested in learning about the severe regulations set up for the protection of archeology and heritage conservation will benefit from the detailed accounts laid out in this paper.
