The United States returns 38 cultural objects to China

The Manhattan District Attorney's Office handed over 38 cultural objects to a delegation from China's National Cultural Heritage Administration during the Handover Ceremony for the Repatriation of Chinese Cultural Objects at the Chinese Consulate General in New York.

This is a significant event internationally in several aspects. Firstly, the return of these cultural objects demonstrates recognition and respect for China's rich history and culture. They are artifacts considered treasures in China and have deep cultural and symbolic meaning for the country and its people.

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Furthermore, the growing trend of repatriating stolen or illegally acquired works of art aims to preserve the cultural heritage of the countries of origin. This reflects a shift in global awareness towards the protection and conservation of the cultural heritage of various nations.

The active cooperation between China and the United States in tracing, recovering and returning stolen cultural relics is an example of international collaboration in the fight against illicit trafficking in art and cultural heritage. The signing and extension of the memorandum of understanding in 2009 to prevent the illegal importation of Chinese cultural artifacts into the United States underscores the commitment of both nations in this regard.

The return of these cultural objects not only strengthens mutual respect between China and the United States, but also contributes to the preservation and protection of world cultural heritage.