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18 April: Covid-19 and the International Day of Monuments and SitesDescription: http://whc.unesco.org/en/news/2104
Introduction: Also known as World Heritage Day in some countries, the International Day of Monuments and Sites has always been an occasion to reflect upon - and often visit - heritage sites that are important to us. This year, during the Covid-19 crisis, most of us can only enjoy our heritage online, through virt... -
IUCN ASIA STATEMENTDescription: https://www.iucn.org/news/asia/202004/iucn-asia-statement
Introduction: The State of Emergency includes a strengthened policy on reducing movements of people, by implementing strategies such as the closing of shopping malls, schools, parks, prohibiting gatherings, and implementation of strict social distancing. With this development, International Union for Conservat... -
WHITRAP Shanghai donates anti-epidemic material to Malaysia GTWHIDescription:
Introduction: COVID-19 is spreading globally. When it broke out in China, George Town World Heritage Incorporated (GTWHI) in Malaysia showed their concern about the situation in China and was willing to support with face masks. Now, while the epidemic is under control in China, the coronavirus is spreading rapidl... -
Open letter from UNESCO in response to the construction project at the Archaeological Site of Nahr E...Description: http://whc.unesco.org/en/news/2097
Introduction: The Archaeological Site of Nahr El-Kalb is an exceptional monument that testifies to the rich cultural heritage of Lebanon. The site has been included on the Tentative List of Lebanon since 2019, for potential nomination to the UNESCO World Heritage List. The site’s exceptional documentary herita... -
Furthering commitments to nature: Melanesian Spearhead Group and IUCN inks partnershipDescription: The Melanesian Spearhead Group (MSG) Secretariat’s Director General, Ambassador Amena Yauvoli signed a Memorandum of Understanding today (Thursday, 9 April) with the International Union for Conservation of Nature’s (IUCN) Oceania Regional Director Mr. Mason Smith, sealing a partnership to further conservation commitments for both organisations.
Introduction: Through the MOU, both parties agree to develop a mutual partnership to address nature conservation and promote sustainable development in the region. At the signing today, both the MSG Secretariat and IUCN Oceania heads recognised the significance of the joint collaboration and what it meant for ...
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