The 1970 UNESCO Convention

The 1970 UNESCO Convention is an international agreement aimed at preventing the illegal trade of cultural property, such as artifacts and artworks. It encourages countries to protect their cultural heritage by regulating the export and import of such items. The Convention promotes cooperation among nations to return stolen or illegally exported cultural property to its rightful owners, emphasizing the importance of respecting and preserving cultural heritage for future generations. In essence, it seeks to safeguard the world’s cultural treasures and ensure they are not lost or exploited illegally.