Santiago: Qatar Museums (QM) has announced its participation in the 2025 Annual Meeting of the International Scientific Committee on Archaeological Heritage Management (ICAHM), scheduled from May 8-16 in Santiago and San Pedro de Atacama, Chile. The event aims to promote cross-cultural exchange.
According to Qatar News Agency, QM's involvement as a key partner in the conference is part of the Qatar-Argentina-Chile 2025 Year of Culture. This initiative serves as a platform for strengthening relations between Qatar, Chile, and international partners, including the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).
The QM delegation will begin their visit to Chile by engaging in conference sessions in Santiago on May 8th and 9th, followed by field visits and technical meetings on May 10th and 11th. Subsequently, they will participate in the main conference in San Pedro de Atacama from May 12th to 16th. During this period, the delegation will collaborate with heritage leaders, archaeologists, and creatives to explore new avenues for cultural exchange.
Abdullatif Al Jasmi, Director of Cultural Heritage Protection at QM, stated that the Qatari delegation will inform participants about Qatar's dedication to heritage preservation through international partnerships and cultural exchange programs. Al Jasmi anticipates launching long-term collaborative projects with Chilean institutions and communities, aiming for these projects to extend beyond the end of the cultural year. He highlighted that Qatar Museums' participation aligns with the Years of Culture initiative and supports capacity-building workshops, reflecting a shared commitment to preserving world heritage and advancing cultural development focused on society.
In addition, QM plans to take part in a five-day capacity-building workshop at a World Heritage site in Chile later this year. The workshop aims to empower Chilean heritage workers, enhance their management skills, and explore innovative, community-focused approaches to managing cultural and natural heritage, considering future development needs, climate change, and emergency response.