- Identification, protection, monitoring and sustainable management of the tangible cultural heritage.
- Promotion of political dialogue in the fight against illicit import, export, and transfer of ownership of cultural values through enhanced and more effective international cooperation, including the implementation of the 1970 Convention and the strengthening of the capacity of museums.
- Development of global, strategic and longterm approach through effective implementation of the 1954 Convention and its two Protocols in order to achieve a multiplier effect.
- Development of global, strategic and longterm approach through effective implementation of the 2001 Convention in order to achieve a multiplier effect.
- Access to knowledge enhanced through the promotion of shared history and memory in order to achieve reconciliation and dialogue.
- Promotion of cultural diversity and dialogue based on mutual respect of cultures.