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Filipino Times
13 hours ago
- Filipino Times
UNESCO lauds UAE's leadership in global heritage preservation
The United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO) has praised the United Arab Emirates (UAE) for its leading role in preserving cultural and natural heritage at both national and international levels. UNESCO President Simona-Mirela Miculescu described the UAE as a key partner and a global model for heritage conservation. In an interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM), she commended the country for the recent inscription of the Faya Palaeolandscape in Sharjah on the UNESCO World Heritage List. She said the listing reflects the UAE's commitment to protecting shared human history and fostering intercultural dialogue. 'It's inscription on the World Heritage List is a highly significant step, made possible by meticulous scientific work and long-term efforts by the UAE in collaboration with international experts, all in accordance with UNESCO's rigorous standards,' Miculescu said. The Faya site is considered significant for its connection to early human development and migration. Miculescu also recognized the UAE's efforts to link heritage preservation with sustainable development through investments in tourism and community involvement. She said the country demonstrates how heritage sites can drive both cultural and economic growth. She reaffirmed UNESCO's strong partnership with the UAE, citing the country's contributions to cultural policy and international heritage initiatives. She concluded by expressing hope for continued cooperation and the future inscription of more UAE heritage sites.
Yemen Online
a day ago
- Yemen Online
UNESCO commends UAE leadership's commitment to safeguarding cultural heritage
Simona-Mirela Miculescu, President of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), commended the pioneering role played by the United Arab Emirates in protecting and preserving cultural and natural heritage both nationally and globally. Miculescu expressed her appreciation for the UAE's recent success in inscribing the Faya Palaeolandscape in Sharjah on the UNESCO World Heritage List. She described this achievement as a powerful message reflecting the UAE's deep commitment to preserving shared human memory and recognising the value of heritage sites as bridges for dialogue and understanding between peoples, Emirates News Agency (WAM) reported. Miculescu emphasised that the UAE's role extends beyond its national borders, stating:"The UAE not only protects its own national heritage but also takes the initiative to help safeguard global heritage. This reflects its civilisational vision and ethical responsibility toward all humanity." Regarding the exceptional value of the Faya archaeological site, Miculescu explained: "Faya is not merely an archaeological site. It stands as evidence of early stages in human development and illustrates human interaction with the natural environment in an area of exceptional geological and cultural significance." She highlighted that what makes the site distinctive is its direct connection to the first human migrations from Africa to Asia a critical phase in human history that continues to be the subject of intense academic study. The documented discoveries at the site, she added, offer rich material for researchers and anthropologists. She also applauded the UAE's approach to integrating heritage preservation with sustainable development plans, emphasizing that the country sets an example of how heritage sites can serve as a foundation for both cultural and economic development. This is achieved through investment in sustainable tourism and by involving local communities in the management and protection of these sites. She described the UAE's experience as a model for other countries in the region and around the world. On bilateral relations, the President of the UNESCO General Conference expressed the organisation's pride in its partnership with the UAE, stating:"We appreciate its tangible contributions, whether through funding initiatives or actively participating in the shaping of global cultural policies. The UAE consistently affirms that culture is not a luxury, but a necessity for achieving global peace and prosperity." In conclusion, Miculescu conveyed her appreciation to the UAE leadership, saying:"We view the UAE as a progressive model that combines modernity with respect for cultural roots. Its commitment to heritage protection sends a message of hope that progress can go hand in hand with preserving identity."
Gulf Today
a day ago
- General
- Gulf Today
UN official praises UAE's feat on Faya honour to Sharjah
Simona-Mirela Miculescu, President of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (Unesco), commended the pioneering role played by the United Arab Emirates in protecting and preserving cultural and natural heritage both nationally and globally. She affirmed that the UAE is a key partner of the Paris-based organisation and a model to be emulated in this field. This praise came during an interview with the Emirates News Agency (WAM) in Paris, where Miculescu expressed her appreciation for the UAE's recent success in inscribing the Faya Palaeolandscape in Sharjah on the Unesco World Heritage List. She described this achievement as a powerful message reflecting the UAE's deep commitment to preserving shared human memory and recognising the value of heritage sites as bridges for dialogue and understanding between peoples. Miculescu emphasised that the UAE's role extends beyond its national borders, stating: 'The UAE not only protects its own national heritage but also takes the initiative to help safeguard global heritage. This reflects its civilisational vision and ethical responsibility toward all humanity.' She noted that the UAE is among Unesco's principal partners, having provided clear support for major international initiatives, including the rehabilitation of heritage sites damaged by conflict, particularly in the Arab region. Regarding the exceptional value of the Faya archaeological site, Miculescu explained: 'Faya is not merely an archaeological site. It stands as evidence of early stages in human development and illustrates human interaction with the natural environment in an area of exceptional geological and cultural significance.' She highlighted that what makes the site distinctive is its direct connection to the first human migrations from Africa to Asia — a critical phase in human history that continues to be the subject of intense academic study. The documented discoveries at the site, she added, offer rich material for researchers and anthropologists. The Unesco official praised the efforts that led to this international recognition, saying: 'Its inscription on the World Heritage List is a highly significant step, made possible by meticulous scientific work and long-term efforts by the UAE in collaboration with international experts, all in accordance with Unesco's rigorous standards. The UAE's nomination file was comprehensive and compelling, and we highly value this level of professionalism.' She also applauded the UAE's approach to integrating heritage preservation with sustainable development plans, emphasising that the country sets an example of how heritage sites can serve as a foundation for both cultural and economic development. This is achieved through investment in sustainable tourism and by involving local communities in the management and protection of these sites. She described the UAE's experience as a model for other countries in the region and around the world. On bilateral relations, the President of the Unesco General Conference expressed the organisation's pride in its partnership with the UAE, stating: 'We appreciate its tangible contributions, whether through funding initiatives or actively participating in the shaping of global cultural policies. The UAE consistently affirms that culture is not a luxury, but a necessity for achieving global peace and prosperity.' In conclusion, Miculescu conveyed her appreciation to the UAE leadership, saying: 'We view the UAE as a progressive model that combines modernity with respect for cultural roots. Its commitment to heritage protection sends a message of hope—that progress can go hand in hand with preserving identity.' She expressed her anticipation for strengthening future cooperation and seeing more UAE historical sites added to the World Heritage List, given their profound human and scientific value to the people of the world. WAM
Al Etihad
2 days ago
- General
- Al Etihad
UNESCO commends UAE leadership's commitment to safeguarding cultural heritage
13 July 2025 09:53 PARIS (WAM)President of the General Conference of the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), Simona-Mirela Miculescu, commended the pioneering role played by the United Arab Emirates in protecting and preserving cultural and natural heritage both nationally and globally. She affirmed that the UAE is a key partner of the Paris-based organisation and a model to be emulated in this an interview with WAM, Miculescu expressed her appreciation for the UAE's recent success in inscribing the Faya Palaeolandscape in Sharjah on the UNESCO World Heritage described this achievement as a powerful message reflecting the UAE's deep commitment to preserving shared human memory and recognising the value of heritage sites as bridges for dialogue and understanding between emphasised that the UAE's role extends beyond its national borders, stating, 'The UAE not only protects its own national heritage but also takes the initiative to help safeguard global heritage. This reflects its civilisational vision and ethical responsibility toward all humanity.'She noted that the UAE is among UNESCO's principal partners, having provided clear support for major international initiatives, including the rehabilitation of heritage sites damaged by conflict, particularly in the Arab the exceptional value of the Faya archaeological site, Miculescu explained, 'Faya is not merely an archaeological site. It stands as evidence of early stages in human development and illustrates human interaction with the natural environment in an area of exceptional geological and cultural significance.'She highlighted that what makes the site distinctive is its direct connection to the first human migrations from Africa to Asia—a critical phase in human history that continues to be the subject of intense academic documented discoveries at the site, she added, offer rich material for researchers and UNESCO official praised the efforts that led to this international recognition, saying, 'Its inscription on the World Heritage List is a highly significant step, made possible by meticulous scientific work and long-term efforts by the UAE in collaboration with international experts, all in accordance with UNESCO's rigorous standards. The UAE's nomination file was comprehensive and compelling, and we highly value this level of professionalism.'She also applauded the UAE's approach to integrating heritage preservation with sustainable development plans, emphasising that the country sets an example of how heritage sites can serve as a foundation for both cultural and economic development. This is achieved through investment in sustainable tourism and by involving local communities in the management and protection of these sites, Miculescu said. She described the UAE's experience as a model for other countries in the region and around the bilateral relations, the President of the UNESCO General Conference expressed the organisation's pride in its partnership with the UAE, stating, 'We appreciate its tangible contributions, whether through funding initiatives or actively participating in the shaping of global cultural policies. The UAE consistently affirms that culture is not a luxury, but a necessity for achieving global peace and prosperity.'In conclusion, Miculescu conveyed her appreciation to the UAE leadership, saying, 'We view the UAE as a progressive model that combines modernity with respect for cultural roots. Its commitment to heritage protection sends a message of hope—that progress can go hand in hand with preserving identity.' She expressed her anticipation for strengthening future cooperation and seeing more UAE historical sites added to the World Heritage List, given their profound human and scientific value to the people of the world.
