Lebanon and UNESCO Sign MoU to Strengthen Heritage Rehabilitation and Cooperation

Lebanon and UNESCO are strengthening their partnership with a new agreement that puts heritage protection at the centre of wider cooperation.

Lebanese Prime Minister Nawaf Salam and UNESCO Director-General Khaled El Enany signed the memorandum in Beirut.

The agreement creates a framework for cooperation across heritage, education, culture, media, science and technology.

Heritage Protection Takes Centre Stage

The discussions placed strong emphasis on protecting Lebanon’s archaeological and heritage sites.

The two sides also discussed the rehabilitation of locations that have suffered damage.

Lebanon has a rich concentration of archaeological, architectural and cultural heritage.

Protecting those assets therefore remains closely linked to the country’s cultural and historical identity.

Cooperation Goes Beyond Heritage

The partnership covers several areas beyond preservation.

Lebanon and UNESCO discussed education, culture, media, science and technology during the meeting.

The two sides also explored ways to strengthen education and expand cooperation across these sectors.

Safety of Journalists Also Discussed

The safety of journalists formed another part of the discussions.

The issue reflects the broad scope of cooperation included in the new framework.

A Sustainable Framework for Future Cooperation

The MoU aims to establish a comprehensive and sustainable institutional framework between Lebanon and UNESCO.

It provides a formal basis for continued coordination on shared priorities.

The framework can support efforts to protect cultural assets while advancing education and knowledge cooperation.

What the Agreement Covers

• Protection of archaeological and heritage sites
• Rehabilitation of damaged heritage locations
• Education cooperation
• Cultural collaboration
• Media cooperation
• Science and technology collaboration
• Support for journalist safety

The agreement gives Lebanon and UNESCO a broader platform for long-term cooperation across several strategic areas.

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