A concurrent resolution condemning the destruction of pre-Islamic statues in Afghanistan by the Taliban regime.

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Bill Number

SCONRES 30

Introduced

Mar 30, 2001

Latest Action

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3222)

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Topics

Afghanistan Arts, Culture, Religion Buddhism Cultural property Destruction of property International Affairs International agencies Islamic fundamentalism Religion Sculpture South Asia United Nations

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Summary

Condemns the destruction of pre-Islamic statues in Afghanistan by the Taliban regime. Urges such regime to: (1) stop destroying such statues; and (2) grant international organizations immediate access to Afghanistan to survey the damage and facilitate international efforts to preserve and safeguard the remaining statues.

Actions

Mar 30, 2001

Referred to the Committee on Foreign Relations. (text of measure as introduced: CR S3222)
Mar 30, 2001

Sponsor introductory remarks on measure. (CR S3222)
Mar 30, 2001

Introduced in Senate

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