Archaeological project experts in Quang Ngai to receive daily fees

Quang Ngai province in Vietnam has established new financial guidelines to support archaeological exploration and heritage preservation. The provincial People's Council passed a resolution detailing compensation for experts and funding for various stages of archaeological work, aiming to create a unified legal framework for these activities.

Under the new resolution, scientific and technical staff directly involved in archaeological surveys and excavations will receive a daily remuneration of 300,000 Vietnamese dong (approximately $12). More senior scientific consultants participating in archaeological projects will be compensated at a higher rate of 650,000 dong per day, with travel and accommodation expenses covered according to current regulations.

The resolution also allocates specific funds for essential archaeological tasks. This includes payments for excavation labor, site security, scientific documentation, artifact restoration, and the organization of scientific conferences. Notably, the writing of preliminary scientific reports will be funded at 4 million dong per report, while comprehensive scientific reports will receive 12 million dong each.

Quang Ngai province, known for its rich history including the Sa Huynh culture, is also recognized as an area with numerous ancient shipwrecks. The new regulations are intended to enhance the effectiveness of preserving and promoting cultural heritage, while also facilitating archaeological research in the region. The funding will primarily come from the state budget, with encouragement for socialized funding and other legal sources to support these endeavors.