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French Senate Approves Law on Colonial Heritage Return

The French Senate passed a bill to streamline the return of colonial-era artworks and heritage items to their countries of origin, marking a significant step towards addressing historical injustices.


French Senate Approves Law on Colonial Heritage Return

The French Senate passed a bill on Wednesday to facilitate the return of artworks and heritage items from the colonial era to their countries of origin. The legislation aims to streamline the restitution of cultural property removed during the colonial period. The bill establishes a legal framework to expedite the return process. Experts view this as a significant step towards addressing historical injustices. France continues efforts to repatriate parts of its colonial heritage.