Meeting in Hoi An, Vietnam, from the 13th to the 15th of September 2003, to take part in the International Symposium on the Conservation of Cultural Heritage Sites and International Cooperation organized to commemorate the 30th anniversary of the establishment of diplomatic relations between Japan and Vietnam, Benefiting from the particular context provided by the international recognition of the universal significance of Hoi An, an ancient port town inscribed on the World Heritage List in 1999 as an illustration of historical relations between countries in Asia and peaceful international cooperation, Taking note of the efforts made by the authorities of the Government of Vietnam, of the Quang Nam Province and the City of Hoi An to improve the state of conservation of this site exposed to severe environmental conditions of heat and high humidity and termite infestation, particularly challenging for numerous historic wooden buildings in the town, Thanking the organizers for their efforts in providing an opportunity for the fruitful sharing of knowledge and exchange amongst specialists, managers and researchers from Vietnam, Japan and other countries as well as representatives of International organizations, The participants of this International Symposium adopt the following Declaration of principles and recommendations, addressing them to National and Local authorities as well as institutions and international organizations.
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