Setting up national museum of anthropology is a necessity: expert

TEHRAN – Establishing a national museum of anthropology in Iran is a necessity to turn the spotlight on all people, local communities and folk cultures, director of Iran’s Anthropological Research Center, has said.

By Mohammad Ali Haqshenas

WHO defunding 'not surprising' for those familiar with US’ unilateralism: expert

TEHRAN- A US academic believes that Trump’s controversial decision to halt the World Health Organization funds is a continuation of the regime’s unilateralism in the international arena.

U.S. political parties competing in hatred towards others: commentator

TEHRAN — Mohammad Marandi, a professor at the University of Tehran, has criticized Washington’s obsession with China, saying both U.S. political parties are competing in hating other countries and peoples.

U.S. sanctions on Iran violate human rights: Chinese university professor

TEHRAN - Fan Hongda, a professor of international relations at Shanghai International Studies University (SISU), has said that the United States sanctions on Iran violate human rights.

Zarif says he and Wang exchange views on deepening ‘comprehensive strategic partnership’ between Iran and China

Iran, China condemn U.S. illegal sanctions

TEHRAN – Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Thursday that Iran and China have condemned the United States’ illegal sanctions.

By M.A. Saki & Eshrat Mardi

Chinese ambassador: Iran enjoying fine public health system 

TEHRAN – As Iran is fighting to contain the deadly coronavirus pandemic, China’s ambassador to Tehran says “Iran is among the countries enjoying fine public health system in the Middle East.”

By Zahra Mirzafarjouyan

Biological viruses part of future ruthless asymmetrical warfare: Ogutcu

TEHRAN – Stating that tomorrow’s wars will no longer be fought by tanks, fighter jets, and missiles, Mehmet Ogutcu said, “The biological viruses are part of this ruthless asymmetrical warfare without causing bloodshed and physical destruction.”

China, UNIDO to finance Covid-19 medical waste management project in Iran

TEHRAN – The United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) in cooperation with the government of China will jointly finance a project for medical waste management in Iran during the coronavirus outbreak in the country.

By Haniyeh Sadat Jafariyeh

Iran's budget most non-oil reliant in history: energy expert

TEHRAN – Ex-Iranian lawmaker and senior energy expert says despite some concerns about Iran's economy under coronavirus pandemic and the cut in its oil revenues, the country has planned a budget which is the most oil-independent one in its history.

Iran: China leading fight against COVID-19, generously aiding other countries

TEHRAN – The Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman has lauded China for its role in the international struggle against the COVID-19 pandemic and praised Beijing for “generously aiding” other countries to counter the outbreak.

Ambassador lists China’s humanitarian aid to Iran

TEHRAN — Iranian Ambassador to China Mohammad Keshavarz-Zadeh has announced the list of China’s humanitarian aid to Iran amid the battle against the coronavirus outbreak.

Overcoming coronavirus requires global co-op: ambassador

TEHRAN — Iranian Ambassador to China Mohammad Keshavarz-Zadeh has said overcoming the coronavirus pandemic requires global cooperation.

China says sanctions on virus-hit Iran goes against humanitarian spirit

TEHRAN – Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Geng Shuang has urged removal of sanctions on Iran as the country is fighting the coronavirus.

Iran receives tens of anti-corona consignments within month

TEHRAN – More than 40 consignments of medical and sanitary equipment have been dispatched by foreign countries and world organizations over the past month to Iran to help the country in battle against the coronavirus.

Iran to overcome coronavirus pandemic soon: Chinese Muslim leader

TEHRAN- Iran will certainly overcome coronavirus outbreak, the leader of the Muslim community of Shanghai said on Monday.

Xi sends sympathies to S. Korea, Iran, Italy over coronavirus outbreak

BEIJING - President Xi Jinping has extended condolences to South Korea, Iran and Italy over the novel coronavirus pneumonia outbreak on behalf of the Chinese government and people.

By Medea Benjamin, Ariel Gold

To help stem coronavirus, lift sanctions on Iran

The COVID-19 (coronavirus) pandemic is far from the first proof of how intertwined we are as a global community. The climate crisis and the refugee crisis have long been glaring examples that the wars or CO2 emissions on one continent risk the lives and well-being of people on another continent. What coronavirus is providing, however, is a unique opportunity to look specifically at how the intentional damage caused to one country’s healthcare system can make it harder for the entire world to address a pandemic.

COVID-19 cases in Iran hit 12,729, death toll at 611

TEHRAN - The number of people diagnosed with the novel coronavirus, known as COVID-19, in Iran has increased to 12,729, of whom 611 have died and 4,339 recovered so far.

Chinese people, firms send new anti-corona aid to Iran

TEHRAN – The fourth batch of sanitary and medical equipment provided by Chinese people and companies was sent to Iran on Thursday.

Italy extends visa for Iranians up to 60 days

TEHRAN – The Italian government has agreed to significantly extend short-term visas for visiting Iranians, saying they will have “no problem” to stay up to 60 days more after their visa expiration dates, Tehran’s embassy in Rome has said, IRNA reported.

By Bagher Nassir

Chinese Twitter diplomacy on coronavirus

In January 2020 the coronavirus affected China’s image in the world. Turned to be a global fear, it influenced China’s international relations.

China urges relevant parties to immediately lift unilateral sanctions against Iran: diplomat

TEHRAN (Xinhua Net) — China urges relevant parties to immediately lift unilateral sanctions against Iran to prevent further harm to the human rights of the Iranian people, a senior Chinese diplomat has said.

Travels banned to Iran’s “golden triangle” over virus fears

TEHRAN – Like many other destinations across Iran, its famed “golden triangle” of tourism, which is referred to the cities of Isfahan, Shiraz, and Yazd, has announced it will host no visiting tourists until further notice in a bid to curb the coronavirus outbreak.

Tehran’s major museums open during Noruz despite corona fear

TEHRAN – Tehran’s major museums and historical places will be open during Noruz (Iranian new year holidays, starting March 21) despite the outbreak of coronavirus.

Kish Island to close tourist sites during Noruz amid coronavirus outbreak

TEHRAN – It started with domestic flight restrictions to the Kish Island, but authorities have announced the Persian Gulf island “will receive no traveler” during the Noruz holidays (starting March 21).

Online campaign launched to protect handicrafts as virus fears hurt sales

TEHRAN – An online campaign has been launched in Iran to protect handicrafts as fears of coronavirus outbreak have left shops and stores empty countrywide.

Wuhan café appreciates Iranian employee for his helping hand amid COVID fight

TEHRAN – A coffee shop in the Chinese city of Wuhan has appreciated its 29-year-old Iranian employee, Sina Karami, for his commitment to stay in the city and help people during the coronavirus outbreak.

Iran limits intercity travel to prevent coronavirus spread

TEHRAN – Iran has limited travel between its major cities in an effort to halt the spread of the coronavirus.

By staff and agency

‘China is ready to provide Iran with assistance in fight against coronavirus’

Chinese Foreign Ministry spokesman Zhao Lijian said on Monday that China is ready to provide Iran with assistance to contain the coronavirus epidemic.