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Uncle Sam Bans Uzbek Relics to Shield Ancient Secrets

Published Date: 5/5/2025

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Summary

The U.S. is putting new rules on importing certain ancient and cultural items from Uzbekistan to protect their history. This affects anyone bringing in archaeological or ethnological stuff from Uzbekistan, starting now, and means some items might need special permission or could be stopped at the border. These changes help keep Uzbekistan’s cultural treasures safe and make sure importers follow the new guidelines.

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Uzbekistan Cultural Import Restrictions

You cannot import certain archaeological and ethnological items from Uzbekistan into the United States without following new rules. U.S. Customs and Border Protection added Uzbekistan to the list of countries with cultural property import restrictions and published a Designated List that describes the materials covered; covered items may be stopped at the border or require special permission starting now.

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5/5/2025

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