Routledge Cultural Diversity in International Law - UNESCO CDCE

Explore the legal framework of global cultural identity with Cultural Diversity in International Law. This academic volume focuses on the effectiveness of the 2005 UNESCO Convention on the Protection and Promotion of the Diversity of Cultural Expressions (CDCE). As States work to protect and promote their unique cultural policies, this book examines how the convention functions in practice and identifies ways to improve its implementation. Readers gain insight into how the normative character of the CDCE can be strengthened through consistent practice and better application of its provisions. By bringing together perspectives from international law, political science, and social sciences, this work provides a comprehensive look at the challenges and opportunities within the convention. It is an essential resource for those studying how international legal instruments shape the protection of cultural expressions across the globe.