Tuvalu's Australia treaty sparks worries over preserving traditional culture

Tuvalu has signed a treaty with Australia that lets its citizens move abroad for work and study. The arrangement opens new opportunities, but it has also raised concerns about protecting the nation's cultural heritage. Traditional buildings and the construction skills that go with them could be lost if populations shift away. Researchers are recording the island's architectural history through photographs and digital models. The article argues that migration and land-use policies should take cultural heritage and community identity into account.