India, Senegal sign 'Executive Programme for Cultural Cooperation'

India and Senegal, which enjoy age-old friendly relations, signed the 'Executive Programme for Cultural Cooperation' here on Monday to reaffirm their commitment to have sustained cultural exchanges.

The 'Executive Programme for Cultural Cooperation' was signed by Culture Minister Chandresh Kumari Katoch on behalf of the Government of India and by Adboul Aziz Mbaye, Minister of Culture, on behalf of Government of Republic of Senegal.

The 'Executive Programme for Cultural Cooperation' is valid for three years. Thereafter, however, it will continue to be in force till a fresh Exchange Programme is signed.

The Executive Programme for Cultural Cooperation seeks to:

Exchange the Experts in the field of theatre.

Encourage Training in the areas of artistic heritage, creative activities, audio visual, music, dance, theatre and puppetry

Exchange the publications on cultural heritage.

Exchange canvas works and grounding mats for exhibition.

Exchange experts in the field of prehistoric archaeology; provide Laboratory training in the field of restoration of cultural properties and monuments.

Exchange experts reciprocally with a view to promoting library activities and expertise in the fields of publishing, printing and binding.

Exchange programmes depicting various facets of life and culture in the two parties through their respective Radio and TV organizations.

Exchange experiences in the field of sports and explore the possibilities of exchanging sports teams/coaches in diverse disciplines.

Organize cultural week featuring various aspects of its culture

Exchange 1-2 experts in the field of Performing Arts and literature.