Core Points - Pakistan has become the first country in South Asia to join the UNESCO Convention on the Protection of Underwater Cultural Heritage, enhancing its role in preserving underwater cultural resources [1][2] - The Pakistani government is committed to protecting its marine cultural heritage and aims to lead in the region regarding underwater cultural heritage protection [2] - Collaboration with UNESCO will involve scientific research and mapping of underwater cultural heritage, utilizing non-invasive technologies [2] Group 1 - The meeting between Pakistan's Federal Maritime Minister and UNESCO representative focused on cooperation in documenting, protecting, and promoting Pakistan's underwater archaeological resources [1] - UNESCO expressed willingness to provide technical and scientific support to Pakistan in the field of underwater cultural heritage [1][2] - Pakistan's participation aligns with global efforts to address climate change while showcasing its rich cultural resources [1] Group 2 - The Pakistani government emphasizes environmentally friendly exploration methods in marine archaeology, prioritizing non-invasive techniques such as remote sensing and diver observation [2] - Any excavation work will adhere strictly to scientific standards to ensure the protection of marine ecosystems [2]

海洋一直是人类文化活动的活跃舞台，各种文明在海洋上曾有过美丽的邂逅。 海上丝绸之路延绵2000多年，是古代东西方文明交流的重要桥梁。这条航线最后一直延伸到东非海岸， 全长1.4万公里，途经多个国家和地区，可称得上是古代最长的远洋航线之一，唐宋时期更是出现了"舶 交海中，不知其数"的盛况。而在公元10世纪到13世纪的近400年里，中国商船靠着先进的罗盘导航，乘 风破浪，横渡印度洋，最远到达波斯湾的尽头与非洲东部。借助季风，春夏之际，一队队商船，满载着 来自异域的物产，从印度洋甚至更远的地方驶来；秋冬之际，商船又将畅销世界的中国瓷器、铁器、茶 叶等运往西方。 我国有着辽阔的海域面积、绵长的海岸线和丰富的内陆水域，其中蕴含着种类多样、数量巨大的水下文 化遗产。这些水下文化遗产是中国历史文化遗产的重要组成部分，承载着大量珍贵的古代信息。从上世 纪80年代开始，我国水下考古专业队伍成立，经过多年发展，中国水下考古工作已经由单一的水下考古 向全方位的水下文化遗产保护过渡。 每一艘远航却不幸沉没的古代船只，都相当于陆地考古的一个遗址，是那个时代高度浓缩的标本与"时 间胶囊"。通过捕捉信息，考古工作者可以再现真实可信的历史细 ...