Morocco has been elected to the Council of the International Centre for the Study of the Preservation and Restoration of Cultural Property (ICCROM), during the 34th General Assembly of this intergovernmental organization, affiliated to the UNESCO, held in Rome from December 10 to 12.
The Kingdom will be represented on this body, which is responsible for safeguarding and restoring global cultural heritage, by Rabiaa Harrak, Chief Architect at the Department of Historical Heritage at the Ministry of Culture, for a four-year term.
Morocco’s election to this prestigious council represents further recognition of Moroccan expertise in the preservation of cultural heritage, and also reinforces the Kingdom’s leadership within international bodies dedicated to culture.
Morocco took part in this 34th ICCROM session with a delegation led by the Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Kingdom to UN agencies in Rome, Youssef Balla.
The session discussed proposed amendments to ICCROM’s foundational texts, as well as financial matters and the implementation of programs, while examining reforms aimed at strengthening the organization’s effectiveness, transparency, and good governance.
The International Centre for the Study of the Preservation of Cultural Property, headquartered in Rome, supports member states through training programs, technical assistance, applied research, and capacity-building initiatives in the fields of tangible, immovable, and movable heritage.
Since joining the Centre in 1958, Morocco has actively participated in its programs and initiatives, thereby contributing to the development of international standards for the conservation and restoration of cultural heritage. This continued participation reflects the Kingdom’s steadfast commitment to protecting and preserving historic sites and cities, as well as enhancing its rich national cultural heritage.
