Current Affairs - Art and Culture - Discussion

On July 26, 2024, India and the USA signed their first-ever Cultural Property Agreement (CPA) during the 46th World Heritage Committee meeting in New Delhi. This agreement aims to combat the illicit trafficking of Indian antiquities to the USA and aligns with the 1970 UNESCO Convention, highlighting a significant step towards protecting India's cultural heritage. The agreement restricts the importation of specific archaeological and ethnological materials into the USA and facilitates their repatriation to India if seized, reflecting a commitment to cultural heritage preservation and aligning with India’s broader cultural diplomacy strategy.