× Information on this section of ECOLEX comes from the InforMEA Portal which compiled information from MEA Secretariats with the support of the European Union. The accuracy of the information displayed is the responsibility of the originating data source. In case of discrepancy the information as displayed on the respective MEA website prevails. Cultural Properties - Pearling, testimony of an island economy (Bahrain) Document type Decision Reference number 8B.20 Date Jun 19, 2011 SourceUNEP, InforMEA Status Active Subject Wild species & ecosystems Treaty Convention concerning the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage (Nov 23, 1972) Meeting 35e session du Comité Website whc.unesco.org Abstract The World Heritage Committee, 1. Having examined Documents WHC-11/35.COM/8B and WHC-11/35.COM/INF.8B1, 2. Refers the nomination of Pearling, testimony of an island economy, Bahrain, back to the State Party in order to provide a more detailed conservation approach for the urban buildings that sets out how the conservation of original fabric will be optimised, how the necessary skills will be put in place for the restoration of decorative woodwork and plasterwork, and how the overall conservation work will be phased and implemented. 3. Recommends the State Party to extend the boundary of the Bū Māhir fort site to cover its archaeological remains; 4. Also recommends that the State Party requests an advisory mission to the site.