It is abominable to witness the cold and calculated destruction of cultural properties which were the heritage of the Afghan people, and, indeed, of the whole of humanity.

We did everything possible to prevent this happening but we have failed miserably.

When a language dies it is a vision of the world that disappears.

Managing water is as much cultural as technical, reflecting how peoples and communities relate themselves to nature.

For scientific achievements to serve the most possible people, scientists should work in a responsible way, with respect for cultural diversity, personal freedom and human dignity,

We welcome this project for its scope and potential.