The preservation of Cyprus’ tangible and intangible cultural heritage is a priority that requires collaboration with the academic and research community – which is why the memorandum of cooperation signed on Friday between the Cyprus Institute and Unesco is of paramount importance.
Deputy Culture Minister Vasiliki Kassianidou said the memorandum sealed “a partnership of strategic importance” and aimed to expand cooperation and support efforts to combat looting and the illicit trafficking of cultural artefacts.
She noted that the agreement provides for joint scientific and educational activities, the exchange of know-how and best practices, joint participation in research programmes, and support for national efforts to promote Unesco principles and conventions.
President of the Cyprus Institute Stavros Malas called the agreement a significant milestone, stressing that Unesco promotes universal human values and contributes to the consolidation of peace.
He added that more Cypriot monuments should be included on the Unesco World Heritage list.
Meanwhile, president of the Cyprus National Commission for Unesco Marina Solomidou Ieronymidou said the memorandum would enhance the commission’s work through new initiatives that would further strengthen Cypriot society.
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