The Italian Ministry of Foreign Affairs (MAECI) has renewed for 2025 its support to MAIA, the Italian Archaeological Mission founded in Afghanistan in 1957 by Giuseppe Tucci, which uncovered previously unknown aspects of the country cultural history and artistic richness. Despite the complexity of the situation on the ground, ISMEO – the International Association for Mediterranean and Oriental Studies – continues its activities via remote working and digital training initiatives, aimed at the physical conservation of heritage and the promotion of archeology as a testimony of the past.
To honor this collaboration, our office recently inaugurated a permanent photographic exhibition dedicated to the MAIA, as a symbol and memory of Italy’s presence in Afghanistan.
For further insights into Italy’s commitment to safeguarding international cultural heritage:
www.esteri.it/it/diplomazia-culturale-e-diplomazia-scientifica/cultura/archeologiapatrimonioculturale/
Special thanks to www.ismeo.eu for the images.
