Periodic Reports

Parties to the 2005 Convention have committed themselves to systematically collect information and data, statistics and best practices on policies and measures that promote the diversity of cultural expressions. They also committed to increase transparency by sharing and exchanging this information at the international level, namely through quadrennial periodic reports.

In accordance with Article 9 of the Convention, each Party submits its periodic report on the implementation of the Convention every four years for its examination by the Conference of Parties.

Periodic reports provide qualitative and quantitative information on policies and measures Parties have taken to protect and promote the diversity of cultural expression at both the national and the international level, as well as on their impact and results. Periodic report should be elaborated through participative processes involving the concerned public authorities and civil society organizations

To complete the periodic report, please follow the “Framework for Quadrennial Periodic Report on Measures to Protect and Promote the Diversity of Cultural Expressions” annexed to the Operational Guidelines of the Convention on Article 9 “Information Sharing and Transparency”.

Periodic reports should be submitted through the online form. 

For further guidance and information, consult the Frequently Asked Questions, the innovative practices and the Policy Monitoring Platform.

For details for when each Party’s next report is due, consult the Available reports and deadlines.