U.S. Government Approves Importation of Culturally Significant Islamic Art for Exhibition

Summary

The U.S. government has determined that certain Islamic art pieces from the Keir Collection will be allowed to be imported and exhibited in the United States, citing their cultural significance and national interest, with the exhibitions set to take place from April 17, 2017, to September 19, 2021.

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