Vietnam Rushes to Finalize Plan for Repatriating National Treasures Abroad
Vietnam is accelerating the development of a national project to repatriate high-value national treasures, including artworks and cultural heritage, currently abroad. The Ministry of Culture, Sports and Tourism aims to establish a framework for promoting the return of these precious cultural assets through legal reforms and international negotiations.
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