a framework for action in the Middle East and North Africa text Washington, D.C World Bank c2001 monographic x, 102 p. : col. ill., col. maps ; Machine generated contents note: 1. The Cultural Sector in MENA Countries -- A. The Sector: Actors, Assets, Industries, and Instituions -- B. Loss of Patrimony Treasures: Causes and Needs -- II. Cultural Heritage and World Bank Policies -- Ill. Economic Benefits and Poverty Reduction -- through CH Preservation -- IV. World Bank Support for Cultural Heritage -- in the MENA Region -- V. MENA Strategic Priorities and Framework for -- Assistance -- A Strategic Priorities -- B. Operational Steps -- C. Project Preparation Instruments -- D. Strengthening In-House Capacity -- Notes -- References -- Maps -- Illustration Credits. The World Bank. Includes bibliographical references (p. [91]-95). Includes illustration credits (p. [101]-102). Cultural property Middle East Cultural property Africa, North Economic development Middle East Economic development Africa, North 363.690956 CUL.P1 0821349384 (pbk.)