The development of legal framework for the management of World Heritage Sites in Oman: a case study on Bahla Oasis

Khalil, Mohamed Ali Mohamed; Nasr, Eman Hanye Mohamed

doi:10.1108/jchmsd-07-2020-0106

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“…This reality happened in the case of Vuon Chuoi and helped explain why this important site has been left abandoned and unrecognised for a long time. As a result, this research's findings contribute to existing debates over the relationship between legislation and archaeological sites in different contexts (Techera, 2011;Ndlovu, 2011;Al-Belushi, 2014;Eze-Uzomaka, 2014;Hartzoulaki, 2019;Khalil & Nasr, 2021;Komoot, 2021).…”

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confidence: 59%

Archaeological site management and the legislation challenge in Vietnam: a case study of Vuon Chuoi

Nguyen¹,

Phan²,

Nguyen³

2022

JCHMSD

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Purpose This paper aims to examine the management status quo of archaeological heritage in Vietnam seen in the case of Vuon Chuoi, a complex of Bronze Age sites located in Central Hanoi, which has been believed to be Hanoi’s first human settlement. Like other archaeological sites located in urban areas, this site has been under threat of destruction caused by land encroachment pressure. Although researchers have long waged a campaign for preservation, the dissensus among key stakeholders and the dispute over responsibility have left this site at the heart of an interminable polemic over legislation.Design/methodology/approach This research utilises a qualitative approach, and the primary data were collected throughout multiple field trips in 2019 and 2020. Several open-ended interviews were conducted with various state and nonstate actors involved in the Vuon Chuoi Complex’s management process. The discussion was also supported by analysing related legal documents retrieved from national archives and official online directories.Findings This paper dissects the current legislative and administrative framework applied in governing heritage in general and archaeological sites in Vietnam, in particular. The results indicate that existing flaws in Vietnam’s legal system are detectable, and the unsystematic organisation has led to deferment of the decision-making processes. Also, there is an apparent difference found in the attitude of the bodies in charge toward the treatment of listed and unlisted sites.Originality/value This research outlines that in the wake of urbanisation and industrialisation in Vietnam, a consensus among key stakeholders and an inclusive legal system are required to help preserve archaeological sites in urgent need of attention. Although several Vietnamese laws and regulations have been put into practice, they have shown critical barriers and gaps in conserving Vietnamese cultural heritage.

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Section: Discussionmentioning

confidence: 59%

Archaeological site management and the legislation challenge in Vietnam: a case study of Vuon Chuoi

Nguyen¹,

Phan²,

Nguyen³

2022

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“…The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has witnessed drastic changes in the management and protection of historic sites and buildings within the past five decades; from absolute abandonment in the early 1960s to several inscribed UNESCO World Heritage Sites presently. As a source of national pride, the management and protection of historic sites and buildings seek to reclaim the identity of the people (Khalil and Nasr, 2021). With strong waves of modernization looming in the remote areas of the Kingdom and considering the associated economic gains (Saleem et al , 2019), the authorities are taking giant strides to conserve these cultural heritage assets and to put them on the local and international tourist maps.…”

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Investigating the constraints for managing the protection of historic buildings in remote areas of Saudi Arabia: a DEMATEL modelling approach

Sodangi

Kazmi

2021

JCHMSD

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PurposeThe paper is aimed at identifying, analysing and prioritizing the critical constraints affecting efficient management of historic buildings in remote areas of Saudi Arabia.Design/methodology/approachThematic content analysis and expert-based evaluation approaches were used to identify and evaluate the constraints. The DEMATEL technique was deployed to define the interrelationship complexities between the constraints and evaluate the impact of these interrelationships to ascertain the influential constraints.FindingsThe results identify “lack of clearly defined roles for the multiple government agencies” as the most influential constraint for managing historic sites and buildings in remote areas of Saudi Arabia.Research limitations/implicationsThe contextual interrelationship between the constraints is due to the experts' perceptions, which may be biased due to their proficiencies and professional backgrounds. Since the evidence on which the findings of this paper are established is predominantly from experiences related to historic sites and buildings in remote areas of Saudi Arabia, the results of this paper may not be entirely applicable elsewhere.Practical implicationsThe paper provides invaluable methodology that can support practitioners and policymakers to establish sustainable strategies that can enhance the management and protection of historic buildings in remote areas of Saudi Arabia.Originality/valueThis study noticeably contributes to knowledge by providing comprehensive understanding of the major impediments to the successful management of historic buildings in remote areas of Saudi Arabia, which can assist in mitigating the potential impacts of these constraints and to advocate for the achievement of efficient management and protection of the historic sites and buildings.

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3D Printed Thermoplastic Composite-Based Innovative Solutions for Heritage Structures: A Review on Technology to Application

Kumar¹,

Singh²,

Ahuja³

2023

J. Inst. Eng. India Ser. C

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The development of legal framework for the management of World Heritage Sites in Oman: a case study on Bahla Oasis

Cited by 7 publications

References 12 publications

Archaeological site management and the legislation challenge in Vietnam: a case study of Vuon Chuoi

Archaeological site management and the legislation challenge in Vietnam: a case study of Vuon Chuoi

Investigating the constraints for managing the protection of historic buildings in remote areas of Saudi Arabia: a DEMATEL modelling approach

3D Printed Thermoplastic Composite-Based Innovative Solutions for Heritage Structures: A Review on Technology to Application

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