The ANNOTICO Report
Thanks to Nicola Giacomo A. G. Linza

SAFE- (Saving Antiquities For Everyone) :
Web Site: <<http://www.savingantiquities.
org/i-safe-mouitaly.php >>

Early next year, U.S. restrictions on importing artifacts stolen from
Italian museums and archaeological sites will Expire.

In effect since 2001, the bilateral agreement that imposed these
restrictions has helped catch criminals and has shown America's commitment
to protecting an important part of our world heritage.

This gesture of goodwill has also led Italy to allow long-term loans of
important artifacts and works of art to American museums and institutions,
so that the American public can learn more about Italy's rich and storied
past.

On September 8, the Cultural Property Advisory Committee (CPAC) will hold
hearings to decide whether to honor Italy's request to renew the agreement.

SAFE's (Saving Antiquities For Everyone) online appeal in support of
renewal will be presented at the hearings, as evidence that people in
America, and around the world, care about protecting this important part of
our global heritage.

Make your voice heard. Appeal to CPAC by saying YES to the extension by
going to the SAFE Website and merely
digitally signing the following statement today and pass it along to your
friends, relatives, and coworkers.

"I support Italy's request for continued import restrictions on certain
categories of antiquities into the U.S."

OR send an Email to SAFE at safeitaly@savingantiquities.org.

On September 8, at 1-3:30 pm, CPAC will hold an open session to receive
oral public comment to consider Italy's request. More information about the
public session is on the WebSite.

Persons wishing to attend this open session should email the Cultural
Heritage Center of the Department of State or call (202) 619-6612 to
arrange for admission, as seating is limited.

Help us spread the word…

Download the flyer on SAFE's website and post it everywhere: on campus,
coffee shops, etc., so that other people can join in our effort.

Also on the website are Links to Additional Information:
Bilateral agreements
Italy-U.S. agreement
Effectiveness of the bilateral agreement
Yet looting continues
Italy's internal efforts
Say YES to China

AGAIN, The Website for SAFE is:
http://www.savingantiquities.org/i-safe-mouitaly.php

SAFE | Saving Antiquities for Everyone