TEHRAN— Hojjatollah Ayyubi, who heads the Tourism Ministry’s Center for International Affairs, arrived Bali on Monday to attend Chandi Summit 2025, which will take place from September 3-5, 2025, at the Bali Beach Convention.

This prestigious gathering puts Bali at the center of the world stage once again. As one of the most anticipated Bali cultural events, the summit highlights Bali’s ability to host not only a meaningful international summit in Bali but also provide world-class event solutions, from AV technology to cultural entertainment, IRNA reported.

The summit theme, “Culture for the Future”, reflects its mission: to strengthen global civilization through cultural dialogue, heritage appreciation, and innovation. For Bali, this event is more than a showcase of culture. It is proof that the island continues to support international events with professional event infrastructure and a strong cultural identity.

Ayyoubi said that Iran’s Cultural Heritage Ministry's approach is to expand international cultural cooperation and design joint artistic and cultural programs to strengthen the country's cultural diplomacy. 

He added, "With its rich tourist and cultural attractions, Iran can host prominent figures and artists from other countries and provide a platform for exchanging experiences in the fields of cinema and music. A joint orchestral project has also been considered, which will be implemented in the upcoming sessions of the summit.” 

He pointed out that Iran's presence in this summit and direct interaction with cultural officials from other countries is a symbol of the country's commitment to developing international cooperation in the field of culture and art, and provides a valuable opportunity to introduce Iran's historical, cultural and tourism capacities. 

Joint cultural and artistic programs, strengthening positive diplomacy and exchanging experiences, provide a clear message of Iran's active role in advancing global culture and art, he said.

The Chandi Summit 2025 derives its name from Culture, Heritage, Art, Narrative, Diplomacy, and Innovation, which form its core values. The summit is designed to encourage dialogue among nations while showcasing the role of culture in shaping modern civilization.

With the theme “Culture for the Future,” the summit emphasizes that culture is not only about history but also about building pathways for cooperation and creativity. By integrating heritage and innovation, the event aims to strengthen relationships between nations and support cultural development on a global scale.

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