TEHRAN – Artworks from Iranian artists are on display at the 11th edition of the Art Expo Malaysia Plus, which is underway at Matrade Exhibition and Convention Centre (MECC) in Kuala Lumpur.

Iranian artists, including Morteza Gudarzi-Dibaj, are showcasing their latest works at the expo, which will run until Sunday.

Speaking to the Persian service of IRNA on Thursday, Gudarzi Dibaj said, “Art is a common language among all people,” and added that organizing such an exhibition can help the two nations expand their cultural relationships.

A total of 2000 artworks, including paintings, sculptures, installation and photography, are on display this year at the Art Expo Malaysia Plus, which is a major international art fair in Southeast Asia.

Artists from over 20 countries, including Argentina, Belgium, Colombia, Croatia, Cuba, Ecuador, Iran, Italy, Jordan, Mexico, Mongolia and Romania, are participating in the expo.

Photo: A painting by Iranian artist Morteza Gudarzi Dibaj 

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