Afghanistan Peace CampaignOn this day, the ministry emphasized the importance of preserving the country’s historical artifacts housed in museums across Afghanistan.
On May 18, International Museum Day, the Ministry of Information and Culture held a ceremony at the National Museum of Afghanistan to mark the occasion.
On this day, the ministry emphasized the importance of preserving the country’s historical artifacts housed in museums across Afghanistan.
Atiqullah Azizi, deputy minister for arts and culture, called on all national and international institutions to assist in the restoration and enrichment of the National Museum of Afghanistan.
He stated, “We are raising our voice globally to ensure that the cultural and historical heritage of Afghanistan preserved in this museum is protected through proper coordination and investment.”
Hayatullah Mohajer Farahi, deputy minister for publications, said: “Throughout history, Afghans have fought against foreign invaders — whether British, Russian, or the American-NATO coalition and their allies. Dedicated military museums are built to commemorate these struggles.”
Meanwhile, Seyed Rouhollah Hosseini, Cultural Advisor at the Iranian Embassy in Kabul who attended the ceremony, reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to continued cultural cooperation with Kabul, particularly in the fields of museums and historical restoration.
He said, “Few nations are as close as Iran and Afghanistan. We proudly announce our readiness to preserve and honor the legacy left to us by our ancestors.”
Ding Guanping, Deputy of China’s MCC company, stated, “We fulfill our responsibility by protecting ancient artifacts, and we are also committed to safeguarding the historical heritage at the Mes Aynak copper mine — even if it comes at the cost of our own interests.”
Officials from the National Museum also highlighted their efforts to facilitate visitor access and emphasized their commitment to proper preservation.
Sibghatullah Abid, Director of the National Museum, said, “The National Museum of Afghanistan has performed its duties not only in preservation but has also operated according to professional and international standards across various sectors.”
International Museum Day is a global occasion held annually on May 18 by the International Council of Museums (ICOM) to promote awareness of the importance of safeguarding historical and cultural heritage.