Criminalising the Non-return of Cultural and Historical Goods under Temporary Exportation for Combating Illegal Trafficking in Cultural Property

Abstract

The author examines the policies pursued by Belarus on the prevention of international illegal trafficking in antiquities and cultural goods. Clarifications of Article 230 of the Criminal Code of Belarus are proposed. The findings and recommendations could inform the ongoing work on amendments to the Code on Culture, negotiation of international agreements, and strengthening of the safeguards for the repatriation of cultural property under temporary exportation.