A memorandum of understanding was signed at Italy's National Council of Economics and Labour (CNEL) to advance the UNESCO nomination of Italian equestrian arts, traditions, and cultures as intangible cultural heritage. Key participants include ASI Equestrian Sports and the ICASTE Forum. Sicily has joined the promotion committee to support this initiative.
The National Council of Economics and Labour (CNEL) has taken a significant step toward preserving Italy's equestrian legacy by establishing a committee dedicated to nominating Italian Equestrian Arts, Traditions, and Cultures for UNESCO's list of Intangible Cultural Heritage. This effort culminated in the signing of a memorandum of understanding at CNEL, involving prominent organizations such as ASI Equestrian Sports and the ICASTE Forum.
Sicily plays a pivotal role in this candidacy, having recently joined the Promotion Committee. This inclusion represents a concrete advancement in recognizing the national equestrian heritage on an international stage. The initiative highlights the horse as a living heritage rooted in Italian traditions.
The memorandum underscores a collaborative approach among institutions to promote and protect these cultural elements. No specific timeline for the UNESCO submission was detailed in the announcements, but the formation of the committee signals active progress.
