For the minister, this task of capturing in specific projects the role of culture is "fundamental to claim recognition of the contribution of our sector to the 2030 Agenda". "It is an integrating element, fundamental to achieve transformative development, and that serves to achieve a fairer, more inclusive and more egalitarian world," he said.

In his speech, José Guirao has urged UNESCO "to lead as of today the establishment of concrete lines of action on which States should focus so that culture integrates the Sustainable Development Goals."

"It is true that the mainstreaming of cultural and creative activities contributes to the development of various objectives, but for this contribution to stand out we must work in a coordinated manner," said Guirao. "It's not about removing what you've done. It's about the references that exist in the 2030 Agenda translate into concrete projects and programs."

Announces the joint candidacy of Spain and Portugal of the first circumnavigation to the world

The head of the Department of Culture has informed the plenary of the General Conference of UNESCO that Spain and Portugal intend to present a joint candidacy of the first circumnavigation carried out by Fernando de Magallanes and Juan Sebastián Elcano and that both countries would like "to join other related states".

The objective of this is to "recognize the importance of this deed to humanity for its educational, scientific and cultural impact, and also have the support of UNESCO to remember such an important feat."

In statements to the media, the minister explained that "it will be a very special candidacy because there are no material remains, except what is present in the archives. Therefore, we will raise it within the category of 'Memory of the World'" . José Guirao plans to present the file within the period of the expedition, which ends in 2021.

Review operational guidelines to enter the World Heritage List

The Minister of Culture and Sports has also proposed the revision of the current operational guidelines "so that they respond more to the importance of proving the universal exceptional value required to enter this list, eliminating the current limitations and thus continue contributing to his prestige. "

"Spain is the third country with more goods inscribed on the World Heritage List and we are aware of the seal of quality and excellence that this means," said Guirao.

Spain, candidate for the Intergovernmental Council of the International Hydrological Program

From the defense that Spain is a reference in the protection of natural heritage, with the experience of 49 biosphere reserves, first position worldwide and the management of 15 geoparks, the second largest in the world, the Minister of Culture has presented in the General Conference of UNESCO the candidacy to be part of the Intergovernmental Council of the International Hydrological Program. A candidacy, according to José Guirao, endorsed in "the extensive experience in water resources management and the collaboration provided to UNESCO for training in this area".



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