Illicit trafficking of cultural property remains one of the most pressing threats to cultural heritage worldwide. It not only leads to the irreversible loss of artifacts and historical knowledge, but also fuels organized crime, undermines community resilience, and weakens social cohesion. Addressing this complex challenge requires strong legal frameworks, sustained international cooperation, and, above all, effective and well-coordinated law enforcement.

https://www.unesco.org/en/articles/unesco-releases-new-practical-resource-support-law-enforcement-against-illicit-trafficking-cultural?hub=701