UNESCO, 16 February 2026, Burundi

From 8 to 10 December 2025, UNESCO, with the support of its Heritage Emergency Fund (HEF), organised a capacity-building workshop for national actors responsible for protecting Burundi's cultural and natural heritage in order to address the risks associated with climate-related disasters.

Abu Dhabi Media Office, 15 February 2026, United Arab Emirates

The Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi (DCT Abu Dhabi) has listed more than 40 new sites under its Modern Heritage Register. These additions expand upon the first set of buildings and sites identified in 2022, with the newly confirmed list reflecting dedicated efforts undertaken over the past three years (2023–2025) to document and safeguard Abu Dhabi’s modern heritage.

Radio Republik Indonesia, 14 February 2026, Indonesia

A strategic renewal of the 2019 Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) for the creative industry was officially agreed upon by Indonesian and Thai government representatives this Friday to strengthen economic ties between the two neighbors.

Radio Republik Indonesia, 14 February 2026, Indonesia

Deputy Minister of Creative Economy and Deputy Head of the Creative Economy Agency Irene Umar met with Spotify on Friday, February 13, 2026, to strengthen communication between the government and digital industry players in advancing the national music sector.

The New Times, 13 February 2026, Rwanda

The Minister of Youth and Arts, Dr. Abdallah Utumatwishima, has announced significant progress in the development of Rwanda’s National Arts Policy and a strategic plan intended to strengthen support systems for artistes and stakeholders across the creative industry.

World Health Organization, 13 February 2026, International

Recognizing the potential of arts and culture as tools to enhance recovery, resilience and dignity in care, particularly for mental health and well-being, WHO/Europe is helping countries shift from fragmented initiatives towards structured, evidence-based approaches anchored in national priorities.