Law No. 16 of 2013 on Preserving Cities, Regions, Historic Landmarks and their Urban, Cultural Heritage. Country/Territory Yemen Document type Legislation Date 2013 Source FAO, FAOLEX Subject General Keyword Cultural heritage Capacity building Management/conservation Economic/social/cultural rights Financing Governance Procedural matters Sustainable development Traditional knowledge/indigenous knowledge Human rights Geographical area Asia, Indian Ocean, Least Developed Countries, Middle East, Near East and North Africa, Western Asia Entry into force notes This Law enters into force on the date of its publication in the Official Gazette. Abstract This Law comprising 148 articles organized into ten Parts aims to (i) safeguarding cities, regions, historical monuments, and urban cultural heritage from any form of aggression, tampering, alteration, or distortion; (ii) establishing the foundational principles, rules, and procedures for preserving these entities in a way that aligns with state policies; (iii) upholding international commitments made by the Republic of Yemen, including those outlined in the International Convention for the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage; (iv) elevating Yemen's global standing in preserving cities, historical sites, and urban heritage while encouraging international support; (v) creating mechanisms for the effective implementation of preservation policies and plans, including legal and technical controls to govern construction, restoration, maintenance, and rehabilitation efforts; (vi) recognizing the significance of historical cities and urban heritage within the context of economic, social, and developmental plans, promoting their integration into contemporary national life for sustainable development; (vii) mobilizing financial resources to implement preservation plans, enhance the well-being of residents, and support economic activities and traditional crafts, thereby encouraging their participation in the formulation and execution of preservation initiatives. Full text Arabic Website yemenparliament.gov.ye