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South Korean ambassador visits Tehran Times to strengthen bilateral ties

TEHRAN- His Excellency Kim Junpyo, the Ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Iran, led a high-level delegation on a visit to the Tehran Times Newspaper and Mehr News Agency in Tehran on Sunday, October 19. The delegation, which included Cultural Attaché Mr. Kim Jongoh and Deputy Head of Mission Ms. Jongoh Eunkyung Park, engaged in constructive discussions with Mehr Media Group CEO Dr. Mohammad-Mahdi Rahmati and Tehran Times Editor-in-Chief Mr. Mohammad Sarfi.

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Japanese ambassador talks bilateral relations in Tehran Times visit

Japan’s ambassador to Iran, Tsukada Tamaki, visited the Tehran Times office on Wednesday, where he engaged with the publication's CEO and Editor-in-Chief. He then discussed the current state of Iran-Japan relations and shared his hopes and vision for the future during an interview with a correspondent.

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China-Kazakhstan Khorgos intl. border co-op center visited by SCO Media Summit participants

Journalists participating in the SCO Media Summit, including representatives from the Tehran Times and other Iranian media outlets, visit the Khorgos International Center for Border Cooperation on the China-Kazakhstan border on May 24, 2025. The center, a unique joint initiative between China and Kazakhstan, serves as a symbol of cross-border economic collaboration and regional connectivity.

At SCO summit, Tehran Times chief condemns Western media’s complicity in Israeli crimes

URUMQI –The Editor-in-Chief of the Tehran Times, Mohammad Sarfi, delivered a speech at the SCO Media Summit in China, where he condemned Western media’s dehumanization of Palestinians amid Israel’s devastating war in the besieged Gaza Strip. The event, themed 'Building a Better Home Together for a Prosperous Future,' drew over 300 delegates from 26 countries, including Press TV and Khabar Fori from Iran.

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Guardian Council member tours Tehran Times anniversary exhibition

TEHRAN – Hadi Tahan Nazif, jurist member and spokesperson of Iran’s Guardian Council, paid a visit to the “Tehran Times Reports...” exhibition on Monday, accompanied by Tehran Times Editor-in-Chief Mohammad Sarfi. Last week, on the occasion of Tehran Times’ anniversary celebrations, the exhibit was inaugurated, showcasing historical front pages and rare archival materials from the past four decades. During his visit, Tahan Nazif expressed his appreciation, saying that it was an honor to visit the exhibition. He mentioned that they could see Tehran Times’ presence throughout history, noting that the newspaper has been reporting on the events affecting the country and its people with professionalism and interest. He emphasized that the persistence in reporting important and compelling news is evident. “We could just see a small piece of Tehran Times’ innovation and efforts, but it still shows the passion behind this media group,” he added. “I wish Tehran Times and its team continued success. May it persist in its vital role, delivering enduring and impactful content as it has throughout the years, and continue to report important news to audiences around the globe,” Tahan Nazif concluded.

‘ Tehran Times reports…’ exhibition offers glimpse into Iran in the 1980s

An exhibition showcasing the rich history and enduring legacy of the Tehran Times, Iran's first post-revolution English-language newspaper, is currently running in Tehran. Titled "Tehran Times reports…," the exhibition provides a unique perspective on Iranian history through the lens of a publication that has strived to project a correct and authentic image of the country in the 1980s. It will be on display until May 15.