THE ANTIQUITIES COALITION

To support closing u.s. Markets to illicit antiquities and strengthen bilateral cooperation in the fight against illicit trafficking with up to six countries in east asia and the pacific.

Supporting the g20 in its fight against cultural racketeering:safeguarding cultural heritage in conflict zones: a roadmap for the g20 to combat the illicit trade in cultural objects. This evidenced-based report, drafted by leading experts, put forward nine concrete steps to strengthen global policy against the looting and trafficking of cultural objectsmany of which are already being implemented. Its publication came as the g20 began its annual summit in rome, where for the first time, heads of state and government from the twenty largest economies gathered to close art market loopholes. Combatting financial crimes in the art market:the antiquities coalition has been a key voice pushing for much needed changes in u.s. Policy towards the art market since 2019, when we launched our financial crimes task force, the first of its kind in the country. This multi-stakeholder initiative has detailed threats facing the american art market from money laundering, terrorist financing, sanctions violations, and related crimes. It also developed a roadmap for the u.s. Government to address these challenges, parts of which are already being implemented. Closing u.s. Borders to illicit antiquities:the united nations has long recognized that the illegal trade in cultural property undermines "international peace and security" by funding crime, armed conflict, and terrorism. Since the united states makes up 42% of the global art market, washington can deal an effective blow against the overall black market by closing the country's borders to products of crime and conflict. From our start, a key priority has been shutting u.s. Borders to illicit antiquities, while increasing responsible cultural exchange and strengthening legitimate trade practices. We are proud to work with washington and the international community in keeping stolen art and artifacts out of our markets. Other:to protect our shared heritage and global security, the antiquities coalition is leading the international campaign against cultural racketeering, the illicit trade in ancient art and artifacts. Our programs champion better law and policy, foster diplomatic cooperation, and advance other proven solutions with public and private partners.