Keywords: Heritage Preservation


Morocco–France: Cultural Cooperation Strengthens Around New Joint Projects

During the high-level Morocco-France meeting held in Rabat, Moroccan Minister of Youth, Culture and Communication, Mohamed Mehdi Bensaid, met with his French counterpart, Catherine Pigasse, to strengthen cultural ties between the Kingdom of Morocco and the French Republic. This meeting, held on the sidelines......

World Monuments Fund commits $7 million to global heritage sites

The World Monuments Fund announced a $7 million commitment to support 21 heritage preservation projects set to begin in 2026, expanding efforts to protect cultural landmarks threatened by climate change, natural disasters and the loss of traditional knowledge. The funding targets sites included on the......

Macron advocates UNESCO status for French bistros and cafés

President Emmanuel Macron urged the inclusion of France's bistros and cafés on UNESCO's list of intangible cultural heritage during the traditional Epiphany galette ceremony at the Élysée Palace on Monday. He highlighted their role in preserving French culinary traditions,......

Morocco’s social economy drives heritage preservation and local development

Morocco’s social economy and handicrafts sector plays a vital role in safeguarding local heritage while fostering economic growth, said Lahcen Saadi, Secretary of State for Handicrafts and Social and Solidarity Economy. Speaking at the opening ceremony of the second Regional Exhibition of Social......

Moroccan visionaries shaping tourism and culture's global rise

Morocco's tourism and cultural sectors owe much of their vibrancy and success to a group of innovative yet often overlooked figures. These visionaries have redefined the country’s cultural and tourism landscapes through bold creativity and a deep commitment to preserving heritage. Despite their......

Amsterdam nightclub scheme sparks debate between heritage and housing needs

Amsterdam, known for its vibrant alternative nightlife, is currently at the center of a heated debate following plans to build a new multi-storey building housing a nightclub, café, and apartments. This project, called the Institute for Night Culture (INC), has been approved by the Netherlands’......

Morocco and Mauritania strengthen archival collaboration with landmark agreement

Morocco and Mauritania have formalized a significant partnership in archival preservation through a newly signed cooperation agreement. The accord, signed at the Moroccan Archives Foundation headquarters in Rabat, establishes a framework for bilateral efforts in collecting, processing, and enhancing......

Reviving desert oases: The power of ancient knowledge

Portuguese archaeologist Maria da Conceição Lopes believes ancient knowledge can save modern desert communities facing climate challenges. Speaking at Morocco’s International Congress on Oases and Date Palm, Lopes shared how archaeological work transformed a dying Portuguese village......

Preserving cultural heritage: the role of Morocco and king Mohammed VI in supporting Palestine

Sa Majesté le Roi Mohammed VI is steadfastly committed to defending the Palestinian cause and supporting the people of the Holy City. Through the presidency of the Al-Quds Committee and the efforts of the Bayt Mal Al-Quds Acharif Agency, Morocco is making significant strides in preserving the......