Together with the Statements and to the Recommendations, the Conventions are the instruments used by UNESCO to establish internationally valid norms and principles. In particular, the Conventions They are international agreements adopted under the auspices of UNESCO, exclusively or jointly with other international organizations, subject to ratification, acceptance or accession by States, which thus undertake to respect the rules set forth.
Below you can find the most important ones Conventions deliberated by UNESCO on the subject of protection of cultural heritage and expressions, ratified by the Italian State.