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Tunisia and China launch preservation of Carthage’s Punic ports

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Tunisia and China launch preservation of Carthage’s Punic ports

Tunisia and China have launched a project to excavate and promote Carthage’s Punic ports, with topographical surveys and an inventory of the remains. The mission, running from 15 October 2026 to 8 January 2027, brings together researchers, conservators and students from both countries, according to Kapitalis.

Tunisia and China have launched a project to excavate and promote Carthage’s Punic ports, with the participation of the National Heritage Institute (INP) and the Chinese National Archaeology Centre (NACA), reports Kapitalis. The mission, which began on 15 October 2026, is due to end on 8 January 2027.

Researchers, heritage conservators and Tunisian and Chinese students will carry out excavations, topographical surveys using modern technologies and an inventory of the remains discovered. The work is intended to contribute to the preservation and sustainable promotion of the historic site, in the presence of the director-general of the INP, according to Kapitalis.

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