With a focus on Stone Town's potential designation as a Creative City of Gastronomy, the talks highlighted the cultural and economic benefits that this recognition could bring to the region. Established in 2004, the UNESCO Creative Cities Network (UCCN) honors cities that use culture and creativity to foster sustainable development, elevating them to global hubs of innovation and cultural exchange.
Strengthening Cultural Heritage Through UNESCO's Creative Cities Network
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