International Cultural Cooperation Research Articles

Modeling the paths of ethno-political traditions and building cultural routes by means of ethnodesign and GIS

The growing value of distinctive culture in the context of modern global civilisation makes it important to study the possibilities of ethnodesign to identify identity attributes and, at the same time, to search for integration meanings. In this sense, it is of great unifying cultural significance and relevance to identify by means of ethnodesign the sustainable visual features of ethno-political traditions of the past on the paths of their ancient movements, which were often migratory and as of the beginning of the 21st century can be modelled within several modern states with the subsequent construction of relevant international cultural routes by means of geographic information systems. The purpose of this work was to develop a methodology for modeling the paths of movement of ethnopolitical traditions – geospiritual modeling with the approbation of scientific and research possibilities of ethnodesign for the construction of cultural routes with the use of geographical information systems on the example of the location field of the ancient ruthenians, or rus/rug/ros – of the annalistic “rus family” and the ancestors. The author’s methodology of inheritance of culture is applied – a complex of methods for the developing processing of a unique cultural space based on the methods of complex source studies, comparative stylistic analysis and interdisciplinary semantic synthesis according to the general theory of systems. The results of the research were the confirmation of the continental polycentricity of the rus’ ethnopolitical tradition thanks to the clarification of its essential content and the main visual and graphic representation based on archaeological and heraldic artifacts, sacred ethnonymy and onomastics with the identification of the main locations, proposals for the construction of relevant international cultural routes. On this example, the methodological foundations of geospiritual modelling and terminological definitions on ethnocultural dynamics were formulated, which have scientific novelty, ideological content and practical value for the formation of databases and algorithms in relevant geographic information systems, and in general for international cultural cooperation in this area

Transformation of Bookplates in Ukraine in the Era of Independence: Artistic Imagery and Graphics

The purpose of the study is to highlight the transformation of the bookplate of the independence era: artistic imagery and graphics. The research methodology is to use an analytical approach to highlight the peculiarities of the development of the bookplate of the era of independence. An important element of the research was observation and description, which allowed us to explore and outline certain aspects of international cultural cooperation, including active participation in international exhibitions and competitions. The novelty of the study lies in the systematisation and generalisation of the achievements of small-form graphics, important historical and socio-cultural changes that have shown a deepened interest in it on the part of graphic artists. For the first time, the volume of the most significant publications prepared by Ukrainian scholars on the way to a thorough study of the bookplate heritage is summarised. The fulfilment of the research objectives is clearly demonstrated. Conclusions. Significant achievements of Ukrainian bookbinders during the years of Independence were the result of a major shift in the country’s political, social, and economic system. Cultural institutions, museums, and libraries became interested in the bookplate, which led to the emergence of educational publications and research that stimulated an in-depth study of the stages of its development and symbolic language. Exhibition activities intensified, and Ukrainian bookplates became known in many countries around the world and were duly appreciated for their achievements. Not only collective but also personal exhibitions of famous artists were held abroad. The emergence of new book marks was facilitated by numerous exhibitions and competitions dedicated to anniversaries held in many countries of the world, and was also reflected in the work of bookplate designers, which encouraged them not only to new creative achievements, but also contributed to the creation of a large portrait gallery of prominent cultural and artistic figures. The art of small-form graphics of the independence era is marked, first of all, by the creation of new paradigms and canons, with special attention paid to national themes. Key words: bookplate, transformation, collectors, publications, exhibitions, museums, libraries, anniversaries.

The legislation of the Russian Federation in the field of language policy and international law

The subject of the study is the norms of the national law of the Russian Federation on the protection and preservation of languages, as well as the norms and principles of international law in this area. The object of the research of this article is the relations in the field of legal regulation of the protection and preservation of the languages of indigenous peoples and local communities. Based on comparative legal, formal legal and systematic research methods, the article presents an analysis of the legal foundations of language policy in Russia, as well as the provisions of international legal acts in the field of the protection of the languages of indigenous peoples and local communities, namely: the Declaration of Principles of International Cultural Cooperation of 1966, the UN Declaration on the Principles of International Law of 1970., The European Convention on Human Rights of 1950, the European Charter of Regional or National Minority Languages of 1992, as well as PACE resolutions and recommendations. The novelty of this study lies in the fact that the authors conducted a comprehensive analysis of the modern legal foundations of language policy in Russia. In the article, the authors consider in detail the concepts of "national minorities" and "cultural values" in accordance with the national legislation of the Russian Federation and international legal acts. The authors come to the conclusion that the Russian historical experience and modern practice of preserving the languages of national minorities, as well as the legal mechanism for the protection of languages provided for by the Constitution of the Russian Federation and other normative legal acts, in many ways surpasses the mechanism provided for by the European Charter. Thus, the exclusion of Russia from the Council of Europe will not negatively affect their protection and preservation within our state.

ВІДМІННОСТІ МІЖ ПОНЯТТЯМИ «МІЖНАРОДНЕ КУЛЬТУРНЕ СПІВРОБІТНИЦТВО », «КУЛЬТУРНА ДИПЛОМАТІЯ » ТА «ПУБЛІЧНА ДИПЛОМАТІЯ » В ПОЛІТОЛОГІЧНІЙ НАУЦІ

The article deals with the concepts of "international cultural cooperation", "cultural diplomacy" and "public diplomacy" which are not identical. Cultural and public diplomacy are noted to have clearly determined goals, aimed at ensuring national interests. It is emphasized that international cultural cooperation, in contrast to cultural relations, does not arise spontaneously, but as the result of purposeful actions of subjects. The tools of public diplomacy are mentioned to aim at the public in other countries, while cultural diplomacy targets the governments. It was determined that international cultural cooperation can be carried out both on bilateral and multilateral basis. Attention is paid to development of international cultural cooperation to maintain peace, based on understanding of the peculiarities of cultures of other states.

Russia and Ibero-America: in search of new paradigms of international cultural cooperation

The article is devoted to the problem of international cultural cooperation in the modern era, when the process of intercultural contacts has intensified and, along with traditional forms of interaction, it has become necessary to search for new paradigms. The problem is considered on the example of cultural ties between Russia and Ibero-American countries in the context of growing cultural diversity. The article analyzes the phenomenon of dialogue as the main mechanism of intercultural communication that arose at the early stages of human history, as well as the conditions necessary for its successful implementation. A brief description of the Russian cultural policy is given. Special attention is paid to new models of interaction, among which the main place belongs to the «cross years of culture». The important role of cooperation in the context of virtual space, contributing to the expansion and deepening of cultural ties between Russia and the Ibero-American states, is emphasized.

“Cultural Diversity” from the Perspective of Human Rights, Media, and Trade Law: Cross-Fertilization or Conflict?

Over the last twenty years, a number of high-level policy meetings have emphasized the significance of cultural diversity in all matters related to international cultural cooperation. Instruments negotiated both in the context of the UNESCO and other agencies of the United Nations demonstrate the pervasive interest of the international community in strategies enhancing cultural diversity. Yet the concept of diversity is a particularly broad one, entrenched on a variety of rationales for its protection, such as the promotion of human rights and democratic participation; sustainable and human development; protection of cultural industries vis-à-vis the liberalisation of audio-visual services and free trade; promotion of intercultural and interreligious dialogue; as well as protection of cultural rights and cultural heritage. As this article submits, the promotion of cultural diversity is a laudable cause in and of itself, and a first step towards achieving equality. Its omnipresence, however, taken in conjunction with its imprecise content and function in the cultural market (in accordance with the 2005 UNESCO Convention on the Promotion of Cultural Expressions) runs the risk of downplaying its significance and effectiveness.

The dynamics of worldwide sociocultural transformations in the conditions of COVID-19 pandemic

The year 2020 has become a turning point for all spheres, including culture. Due to the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic, all cultural institutions around the globe were forced to close and educational institutions transferred to distance format. However, sociocultural development did not cease to exist, but rather threw efforts of adaptation to the current conditions. This was facilitated somewhat facilitated by the expanding digitalization, which boosted the dialogue of cultures. On the one hand, the countries suffered heavy financial losses, while on the other – the creative approaches have made the image of the countries more attractive, mainly because the digital culture has vast audience and opportunities for distribution. However, the globalizing world challenges the cultural identity. This intensifies the need for finding ways to develop the world cultural space – without dominance of the stronger over the weaker, which can be promoted by culturological approach towards their comprehension and a humanistic language for describing these complex and dynamic processes. The humanistic values of coexistence and solidarity become more universal, allowing to avoid conflicts and strengthening international information and communication processes. On the other hand, these values are changing, and interethnic conflicts have aggravated during the pandemic. The object of this research is international cultural relations at the current stage of development. The subject is the peculiarities of the development of cross-cultural relations in the conditions of social transformations dictated by the pandemic. The goal is to reveal the potential of international cultural cooperation that is affected by the external and internal factors. The novelty lies in theoretical substantiation of changes and analysis of the diversity of models of cross-cultural interaction. Practical importance of this research consists in summary of the experience and opportunities for spreading the new formats of activity of cultural institutions.

International cultural cooperation: on the example of the implementation of socio-cultural projects

The purpose of the article is to highlight international cultural cooperation on the example of international sociocultural projects and programs initiated by the EU. Methodology. It consists of the application of methods of analysis, observation, description, which allow to explore and outline certain aspects of international cultural cooperation on the example of sociocultural project implementation. Scientific Novelty. The article attempts to summarize the experience of implementing important international cultural projects in recent years. Conclusions. In recent years, Ukraine is an active participant in international sociocultural projects that promote intercultural communication, the establishment of our country in the international cultural community as a European country with rich cultural traditions, a reliable partner in solving modern cultural problems. In partnership with the EU, with the support of the British Council, the Goethe Institute, and other international institutions, events, and programs in the cultural and creative industries sector have taken place and continue to be implemented in Ukraine. The programs «Culture and Creativity», «House of Europe», projects «Creative Europe», «Cultural Bridges», implemented during 2014-2021, facilitated the establishment of dialogue in the domestic cultural sector and effective relations with cultural operators and institutions.

Problematic issues in constructing the common space of “knowledge societies”: resources of international cooperation in the field of culture

The article is devoted to the analysis of problematic issues of strategic lines’ realization within the international cultural policy and management. New challenges of modern realities of coexistence require a change in the usual established format of policy in the field of culture, creativity of its semantic and instrumental capital, in particular a new view on the discourse of international management in the field of culture. International cultural cooperation is considered as a constructed and organized knowledge exchange process and experience of sharing this knowledge. In this context, cultural management is a fundamental organizational and practical component of the universalization of the new accumulated knowledge about the experience of harmonization between global and local. The article raises questions concerning the effectiveness of methods and mechanisms of knowledge transfer, the search for resources of international cultural cooperation for the creation, accumulation and sustainable development of joint cultural capital.

Архивное наследие как сфера интеграции Казахстана в научно-информационное и культурное пространство Евразии. 1998–2021 гг.

The paper is devoted to the activities of the Republic of Kazakhstan archives aimed at identifying, studying, and popularizing the historical and documentary heritage of Kazakhstan, and to the role of this area of historical and cultural activity in the development of international cultural cooperation between Kazakhstan and Russia and other states of Eurasia. The authors’ hypothesis is that the commonality of historical experience in the field of archiving and the similarity of contemporary tasks of the historical and cultural policy of the CIS countries, including Russia and Kazakhstan, are the basis for the participation of archives in the development of Eurasian integration and cooperation in the field of science and culture. In Kazakhstan, this process received significant additional incentives over the period 1998–2021. The adoption in 1998 of the Law on the National Archival Foundation of the Republic of Kazakhstan can be considered as the beginning of a large-scale project to identify, publish, and popularize the archival heritage of Kazakhstan, and this work was initially carried out both in Kazakhstani archives and abroad — in Russia, Uzbekistan, Great Britain, France, Turkey, and other countries of Greater Eurasia. In the 2000s, the President of Kazakhstan Nursultan Nazarbayev in a series of articles and speeches had formulated an idea of referring to the history as the main source for formation of the national idea of modern Kazakhstan, including the approval of the world historical and cultural significance of the concept of the Great Steppe — the cradle of the Kazakh people. One of the central tasks in the implementation of this strategy was collection and promotion of documents related to the history of Kazakhstan in the international scientific and information space. In 2018, N. Nazarbayev came up with the “Archive – 2025” initiative, which further confirmed the role of the heuristic and archaeographic activities of archives and set the task of creating the most complete digitization of the archival heritage of Kazakhstan. The article provides an overview of the main directions of work of the Kazakhstani archives in 1998–2021: archaeographic expeditions abroad, publication of documentary collections, and scientific research on the history of the peoples, social life, and statehood of Kazakhstan in the 18th – 20th centuries, digitization of the archives of the Republic of Kazakhstan, conducting international scientific conferences and seminars. The facts revealed by the authors show that the archival heritage of Kazakhstan is an area of fruitful and productive cooperation of humanitarians of the countries of Eurasia and also an incentive for integration processes in science and culture in the post-Soviet space.

КУЛЬТУРНОЕ ВЗАИМОДЕЙСТВИЕ РОССИЙСКОЙ ФЕДЕРАЦИИ И ФЕДЕРАТИВНОЙ РЕСПУБЛИКИ ГЕРМАНИЯ В ПЕРИОД С 2000 ПО 2020 г.

In the modern world, culture is an integral part of the state policy. The authors note the importance of cultural policy as a tool for countries to improve their relations, overcome crisis situations and build further development paths, in spite of political differences. The article deals with the cultural interaction between Germany and Russia during the 21st century. The chosen period is explained by the coming to power of Vladimir Putin in the Russian Federation and the beginning of significant changes in the state's foreign and domestic policies. During the examination of this topic, the research methods of classification, systemic approach, and historical analysis were used. With the help of historical analysis, the history of cooperation between the two states, starting from the 9th century, was considered. Common and different features in the historical past of Russia and Germany were also established. The systemic approach made it possible to define cultural policy as an integral element of the country's foreign policy. The classification method involves the division of cultural policy into several areas in which the Russian Federation and the FRG interact. The work on this article was carried out using laws in the field of international cultural cooperation, a large amount of information from official news portals (RIA Novosti, TASS, RBC), official websites of the Embassy of Russia in Berlin and the Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany in Moscow. The vectors of interaction between the two states are described in detail: scientific and technological cooperation; academic mobility; exchange programs for students, scientists, exchange of methodological literature; cross-years; forum campaign; preservation of historical memory in the territory of both states; support programmes for compatriots living in Russia and Germany; activities to promote and remain both Russian and German languages, etc. Within each direction, the forms and ways, in which countries work together, are described. This research allowed drawing conclusions about culture's significance in the formation of a positive/negative image of the state, as well as to highlight an important pattern: with the help of cultural policy, states can both improve relations and provoke conflict. Thus, the authors analyzed various forms and mechanisms of the cultural interaction between the Russian Federation and the Federal Republic of Germany. There is a rich historical experience and economic basis for fruitful cooperation between the two countries and their nations. That is why two states have been able to maintain a dialogue at different levels, resolve conflict situations and restore contacts for many centuries. Therefore, both Russia and the FRG can continue to work in this direction in order to strengthen relations and bring them to a new level with the help of cultural policy.

Selection of target audiences for events of socio-cultural direction

The purpose of the article. The article is devoted to the characterization of the process of selecting audiences for socio-cultural events. Methodology. The research methodology is based on the application of methods of grouping, modeling and systematization of information. Scientific novelty. The scientific novelty of the work is to clarify the process of selecting audiences for socio-cultural events, in order to study the properties of forming a positive image of Ukraine on the world stage through event management and international cultural cooperation. Conclusions. Ukrainian culture is just beginning to develop actively and now faces many problems, including the lack of unified coordination of various cultural centers, the lack of a unified state strategy. The development of partnerships and cultural networks by cultural institutions is also important, which provides additional opportunities for funding and successful implementation of projects, allows to establish cooperation with cultural centers. Among the positive Ukrainian experience in this context we can name the work of cultural and information centers at diplomatic missions of Ukraine abroad (there are 17 centers), involving representatives of national diasporas, including organizing events to celebrate national events, organizing concerts of folk groups. and representatives of modern pop, art exhibitions, arrange presentations of literary works not only classics but also contemporary Ukrainian authors. However, the study shows that the work of these cultural and information centers is not productive, mainly activities in accordance with the protocol or on the occasion of celebrating anniversaries and more.

The Results of International Educational Expeditions Aimed at the Russian Language, Literature, Culture and Russian Education Spread in the Near and Far-abroad Countries

The article considers the main approaches to expanding international cultural and humanitarian cooperation, ensuring educational, scientific and informational interaction between the Russian Federation and European countries through international educational expeditions. These events were held in 9 European countries for leaders, teachers and learning organizations engaged in educational activities under the main and (or) additional general educational programs, media representatives of the countries running the events. The article was prepared on the results of work under the project Conducting international educational expeditions aimed at the Russian language, literature, culture and Russian education popularization, implemented by the LLC JV Sodruzhestvo with the support of the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation. The article describes the formats of events proposed in the framework of the educational expeditions project, including the features of an integrated approach to their development and implementation, which allowed to ensure high interest of the target audience, easy and effective uptake of content presented for them.

The Results of International Educational Expeditions Aimed at the Russian Language, Literature, Culture and Russian Education Spread in the Near and Far-abroad Countries

The article considers the main approaches to expanding international cultural and humanitarian cooperation, ensuring educational, scientific and informational interaction between the Russian Federation and European countries through international educational expeditions. These events were held in 9 European countries for leaders, teachers and learning organizations engaged in educational activities under the main and (or) additional general educational programs, media representatives of the countries running the events. The article was prepared on the results of work under the project Conducting international educational expeditions aimed at the Russian language, literature, culture and Russian education popularization, implemented by the LLC JV Sodruzhestvo with the support of the Ministry of Education of the Russian Federation. The article describes the formats of events proposed in the framework of the educational expeditions project, including the features of an integrated approach to their development and implementation, which allowed to ensure high interest of the target audience, easy and effective uptake of content presented for them.

Международные связи Тобольского губернского музея на рубеже XIX-XX веков

The research objective includes identifying specificity of developing international cooperation in scientific, exhibition, educational activity of Tobolsk Province Museum at the turn of the XIX-XX centuries. Scientific cooperation involved personal contacts, correspondence, exchanging collections and print editions, joint handling of collections. The study focuses on long-term contacts with specialists in the Finno-Ugric culture. Participation in ‘Exposition Universelle’ of 1900 in Paris reinforced the museum status as a research institution. Scientific originality of the paper lies in the fact that relying on a wide range of sources, the authors for the first time analyse different forms of cooperation between the museum employees and foreign researchers. The findings indicate that international contacts of Tobolsk Province Museum were developing against the background of growing international cultural cooperation. It was a mutually beneficial process, in which private initiative played an essential role.

Searching for Allies in America’s Backyard: Yugoslav Endeavors in Latin America in the Early Cold War

In this paper, I analyze Yugoslavia’s endeavors to create stronger connections with Latin American governments and left-wing organizations from the early 1950s until the early 1960s. My central claim is that during those years Belgrade pursued a systematic policy that made it that by the early 1960s the Yugoslavs had become a serious factor in the region. I also contend that the Yugoslav policy of non-alignment proved to be a double-edged sword: Belgrade’s neutralism and its prestige as an alternative to the Soviet model paved the way for it to garner influence in Latin America, but its less militant stance and its refusal to take part in bloc divisions became a limitation in the 1960s, when the region became a hotbed of Cold War conflict and many of Yugoslavia’s local partners came to see non-alignment as impracticable. Drawing mainly from Yugoslav archival sources, my analysis focuses on the activities of the Socialist Alliance of the Working People of Yugoslavia, an organization charged with establishing connections with left-wing political movements abroad. More succinctly, I also account for the growing diplomatic importance of international cultural cooperation and for the part played by Yugoslav experts specialized on Latin American affairs.

Italy’s Cultural Diplomacy: From Propaganda to Cultural Cooperation

Cultural diplomacy has always been an important tool in Italian foreign policy. Culture represented a significant resource already in the liberal period and was also widely used by Fascism. During the inter-war period, cultural promotion abroad aimed at spreading the regime’s political-social organizational model. In the second post-war period, cultural resources played a fundamental role in Italian international relations. The democratic government carried out a transition from an essentially propagandistic action, which Fascism implemented especially in the second half of 1930’s, to a cultural diplomacy more attentive to the issues of dialogue and cooperation. The soft power of culture grew in importance. Lacking effective diplomatic tools of a political and economic nature, the new ruling class promoted the nation’s cultural tradition. Although with means and personnel widely used already during the Fascist period, democratic Italy adopted an innovative cultural diplomacy with regard to premises and goals. This policy was apparently low-key and devoid of political themes, but in reality it was aimed at acquiring, in the long run, the friendship and the sympathy of the elites of other countries, so as to bolster political and economic relations. In the framework of a broader course of action, aimed at supporting multilateral diplomacy, the new leaders of post-Fascist Italy also promoted an international cultural cooperation which reversed the previous power politics and the unilateral assertion of Italian culture, but was still careful to defend the nation’s interests. This cooperative dimension was realized above all with the participation in the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization (UNESCO).

La Cooperación Cultural como movilizadora del desarrollo sostenible

Una perspectiva reciente del desarrollo humano según la que este es definido en términos de libertad, ha permitido considerar la cultura como una dimensión esencial para lograr el desarrollo de cualquier comunidad. En este sentido, la presente investigación estudia inicialmente la relación entre cultura y desarrollo para posteriormente centrarse en el análisis del papel que tiene la cooperación cultural internacional como agente movilizador de desarrollo humano sostenible, tomando como referente, el caso de la comunidad de Getsemaní (ubicada en el Centro histórico de Cartagena de Indias), con su patrimonio cultural inmaterial representado en sus manifestaciones de vida de barrio.
 Todo el proceso fue guiado por una metodología de corte cualitativo que tuvo como principales técnicas de recolección de información, la revisión de fuentes documentales, entrevistas semiestructuradas a expertos culturales y un grupo focal conformado por diferentes actores de la comunidad de Getsemaní. Los resultados obtenidos revelan la percepción positiva y altas expectativas que autores consultados, expertos entrevistados y miembros de la comunidad en mención, tienen con respecto al papel que podría desempeñar la cooperación cultural, como un medio generador de desarrollo sostenible en Getsemaní. Las consideraciones finales reafirman cómo esta cooperación se perfila como un fuerte aliado de las comunidades a la hora de gestionar su desarrollo a través de la cultura, al considerar que esta puede dar el impulso necesario para dar a conocer y gestionar su patrimonio inmaterial a través de proyectos en los que sea la misma comunidad la protagonista, desde su diseño hasta su implementación.

Financiranje državnih arhiva kroz programe javnih potreba u kulturi Republike Hrvatske

U članku su prezentirani rezultati analize financiranja državnih arhiva proračunskim sredstvima namijenjenim financiranju javnih potreba u kulturi Republike Hrvatske u posljednjem desetogodišnjem razdoblju. Dane su nove spoznaje o financiranju arhivâ, što se uobičajeno navodi među ključnim čimbenicima (uz prostorne i ljudske resurse) koji utječu na stanje arhivske službe u Hrvatskoj. Rezultati analize sistematizirani su u obliku grafikona i tabličnih prikaza. Interpretirani su u širem kontekstu kretanja relativnoga udjela Ministarstva kulture u državnom proračunu Republike Hrvatske te ulaganja u programe drugih kulturnih djelatnosti. Između ostaloga, rezultati pokazuju vrstu, opseg i kontinuitet aktivnosti na koje su arhivi u sustavu javne arhivske službe stavljali naglasak, te njihovu podudarnost s osnovnim zadaćama arhivâ. Zajedno s pregledom kretanja iznosa odobrenih sredstava, takvi su podatci i jedan od pokazatelja odnosa države prema arhivskoj djelatnosti. Mogućnost praktične primjene rezultata istraživanja je u tome što daju podlogu za preispitivanje pristupa državnih arhiva u planiranju arhivskih programa, kao i metodologije financiranja od strane mjerodavnoga ministarstva.

Polish Cultural Policy in 2001–2005

The article describes the basic principles of Polish cultural policy during the post-communist governments (2001–2005) in the context of the activities of the National Heritage Institute, the National Center for Culture and the Center for International Cultural Cooperation «Institute of Adam Mickiewicz»established by the Ministry of Culture and National Heritage of Poland. Special attention is given to the organizational and project activities of the institutions, their dependence on changing political vectors, and their role in promoting Polish history and culture abroad. Formed in the late XXth century the conservative principles of representation of the Polish national heritage, based on the tradition, identity, reproduction of national models, were partially transformed during the run of power of the Polish post-communist governments led by the Democratic Left Alliance party in 2001–2005. The return of the post-communists to power for the Polish conservatives and liberals, who were considered the heirs of the opposition «Solidarity» movement, was a time of forming the foundations of a «new historical policy» based on a broad national narration and necessity of promoting Polish exclusive culture and history abroad. Activities, within the Ministry of Culture, of institutions responsible for promoting polish culture, in particular through organizing the «Year in Poland», Scholarship Program for artists and translators «Gaude Polonia», and exhibition activities, marked the birth of new qualities of promotion of Poland abroad. The accession of the Republic of Poland to the European Union, integration into the pan-European cultural market was also reflected in the formation of a new cultural product and the attempts to become involved in European financial programs aimed at culture. The implementation of the «new historical policy», especially after the 2005 elections and the coming to power of the conservative Law and Justice party, became a partly counterpart of such activity. Keywords Republic of Poland, cultural policy, institution of culture, Institute of National Heritage, National Center for Culture, Center for International Cultural Cooperation «Adam Mickiewicz Institute».