SIH discusses protecting historical sites during crises

Dr Al Musallam explained that the symposium, titled “Cultural and Natural Heritage in Times of Crisis: Practices and Measures,” comes at a critical time globally to examine the fate of heritage sites during crises and wars. The symposium highlights previous experiences in Libya, Yemen, Syria, and Iraq, as well as the damage suffered by historical sites due to political crises and related encroachments during those periods.

In statements to “Sharjah 24,” Al Musallam added that the symposium brings together a large number of researchers and experts specialising in cultural heritage from Gulf countries. He noted that discussions also focus on best practices in managing cultural and natural heritage in terms of concepts, contexts, and ethics, in addition to protecting heritage sites, addressing the risks threatening them, and exploring methods of preservation, reconstruction, and rehabilitation.