(Source: UNESCO - United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization) Destruction of cultural heritage has reached unprecedented levels. In light of this, and culture's unique contribution to peace and sustainable development, the ratification, implementation and visibility of UNESCO's six Culture Conventions are more important than ever. This was the focus of the Second Meeting of the Chairpersons of the Committees of UNESCO Culture Conventions at UNESCO Headquarters on 26 September 2016, where two key themes were addressed: safeguarding cultural heritage and cultural diversity in times of conflict; and the role of the Conventions in the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable...
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