to this endeavor. In general, pogress has been achieved and is reflected in the harmony, social cohesion and, peace and stability of the nation. 187. Pursuant to the provisions of the Transitional Civil Code of Eritrea (TCCE) the respect and protection of authors to publish, produce and reproduce their work is guaranteed by law. It encompasses all works of the mind including literary works, musical compositions, dramatic-musical works, radio phonic or radio visual works, choreographic works or pantomimes the production of which is reduced to writing or otherwise, the works of the figurative arts and illustrations, maps, plans, sketches, plastic works pertaining to geography, topography, architecture or other sciences. Furthermore, any other work created by the intelligence of their author and presenting an original character are respected and protected. However, many challenges and obstacles remain due to institutional and organizational capacity to monitor and respect these rights and more effort is needed. The rights of authors are also exercised by the heirs of the producer after death for a period of fifty years from the time of publication of their work. The civil and criminal code of Eritrea also offers protection of such work and any act of infringement also leads to civil or criminal action. 188. The protection of scientific, artistic, literary productions has also been considered. A significant move in this respect is Proclamation No 177/2015 on the cultural and national heritage. It reaffirmed the continuous effort and commitment to protect and safeguard the tangible and intangible cultural heritage. The capital Asmara is now a world heritage site after hard work that went on for almost 20 years. In 1997 the Government developed a strategy and launched a project through an office established for the preservation of the historic buildings. During the process a document (consolidated with photographs and sketches) encompassing 4300 buildings, 257 streets, 38 open public areas were prepared. Consequently, the Asmara Nomination Dossier was submitted to UNESCO in February 2016 and led to the nomination of Asmara for inscription in the World Heritage List. On 8 July 2017, UNESCO included Asmara in the World Heritage List. It it to be noted that Eritrea has also acceded to treaties dealing with culture such as the convention on the Protection of the World Cultural and Natural Heritage of 16 November 1972, Convention on the Protection of Cultural Property in the Event of Armed Conflict of 1954, and Convention for the Safeguarding of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of 2003. Promotion of Set of Cultural Institutions and Structure 189. The Eritrean Government has worked to promote access, enjoyment and involvement including in the transfer of cultural heritage. The set of cultural institutions have been strengthened and expanded to support the ideals of cultural transformation. Hence, cinemas, museums, cultural centers, art and literature groups, libraries, sport centers, clubs and activities, and organizations (of various types) have flourished albeit, with so many limitations and challenges. Various cultural, folklore, artistic, drama, literature groups of the various ethnic groups are formed at local, regional and national level reflecting the beauty of the national culture and the dynamics of a united people with rich cultural diversity. Page 44 of 100