The Problem of Non-Return of Cultural Valuables to the Russian Federation

Abstract

Respect for human dignity and respect for people of his culture equivalent. Deliberate attacks on objects of cultural value - is a manifestation of contempt, and contempt is often invoked as a justification or excuse for more serious violations, the forerunner of which it often is. Destruction of cultural property can not be perceived as a simple destruction of objects. This is an attempt to destroy the cultural identity of a society. Thus, efforts to protect the cultural values of the population and, consequently, its merits are an important component of humanitarian action to provide protection to this population. This paper overviews the crimes associated with the customs aspect of illegal actions against the cultural valuables, namely with smuggling and non-return of the same according to the legislation of the Russian Federation. It justifies the need to facilitate cooperation between the global companies fighting against illegal turnover of cultural valuables.