June 2010
This Forum and exhibition showcase the diverse products of Mediterranean handicrafts. This diversity transmits history and tradition, while being a powerful means of expression of the cultural heritage. This two days event will be pivotal in addressing how cultural heritage, arts and crafts are tools to job creation and economic sustainability. The forum will be concluded by the formal signing of Cairo Declaration, particularly dedicated to build economic development tools as well as survey and documentation of craft skills, and to preserve traditional skills for their transmission as crucial components of living heritage.
This exhibit showcases the exceptional arts and crafts reflecting the countries' cultural heritage and their strong potential in the international market. A special section serves as a venue for participating countries to showcase their arts and crafts demonstrations. Four thematic workshops will provide an opportunity for participants to share knowledge and best practices. Arts and crafts experts, noted designers, artists, artisans and foreign buyers from around the world join as speakers and panelists.