Iran, Turkey discuss closer cultural and tourism cooperation

TEHRAN - In a meeting held on Saturday between Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, and Turkey’s ambassador to the Islamic Republic, Hicabi Kirlangic, emphasized strengthening cultural ties and expanding cooperation in tourism and heritage sectors.

Iranian embassy in Budapest holds Nowruz celebration

TEHRAN - A special celebration of Nowruz, the Persian New Year, was held at the embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Budapest, coinciding with the arrival of spring and the 1404 solar year.

Uzbekistan’s ambassador visits Alborz province, explores ways to expand cooperation

TEHRAN - Fariduddin Nasriyev, the ambassador of Uzbekistan to Iran, recently visited Alborz province, located near Tehran.

Italy ready to assist in preserving Isfahan’s historical sites, ambassador says

TEHRAN - Italy welcomes collaborating with Iran on archaeological projects and the preservation, restoration, and revitalization of Isfahan’s historical monuments, according to Rome’s ambassador to Tehran, Paola Amadei.

Iranian tourism minister, German ambassador discuss cultural ties

TEHRAN – Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, has met with the German ambassador to Iran to explore avenues for strengthening cultural relations between the two nations.

Uzbek ambassador explores ancient Noushijan Citadel on visit to Malayer

TEHRAN – Fariduddin Nasriyev, Ambassador of Uzbekistan to Iran, has visited the historic Noushijan Citadel in Malayer during a one-day trip to the city.

Tehran ready to establish more direct flights between Iranian and Chinese cities

TEHRAN - The Iranian ambassador to China has announced Tehran's readiness to develop the tourism industry between the two countries and also increase direct flights from different Iranian cities to different regions of China.

Saudi ambassador lauds Isfahan as a desired travel destination

TEHRAN - The Saudi ambassador to Iran, Abdullah bin Saud Al-Anzi, has highlighted the significant tourism potential of Isfahan, describing it as a city with vast cultural and historical attractions for international visitors.

Majid Nili Ahmadabadi appointed as Iran’s new ambassador to Germany

TEHRAN – Iran has appointed Majid Nili Ahmadabadi as its new ambassador to Germany.

Japan’s ambassador visits UNESCO-registered Dome of Soltanieh

TEHRAN - The Japanese ambassador to Iran, Tamaki Tsukada, recently toured the Dome of Soltanieh, a UNESCO World Heritage site renowned as one of the largest brick domes in the world.

Indian ambassador meets Isfahan’s governor-general during visit to ancient city

TEHRAN - The Governor-General of Isfahan, Mehdi Jamalinejad, hosted the Indian Ambassador to Iran, Rudra Gaurav Shresth, on Monday during the ambassador’s visit to the historic city.

Tehran, Dushanbe discuss enhanced tourism, cultural collaboration

TEHRAN - Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, met with Tajikistan’s Ambassador to Iran, Nizomiddin Zohidi, on Tuesday at the ministry’s headquarters in Tehran to discuss strengthening ties in tourism and cultural cooperation.

Filmmaker Pouran Derakhshandeh appointed Iran’s ambassador for UNESCO intangible heritage

TEHRAN - Prominent Iranian filmmaker Pouran Derakhshandeh has been named Iran's ambassador for intangible cultural heritage to UNESCO.

Conference on Islamic and Iranian studies held in Dagestan

TEHRAN - The fifth scientific conference honoring the legacy of Magomed-Nuri Osmanov, a prominent Russian Islamic scholar and linguist, was held in Makhachkala, the capital of the Republic of Dagestan, on Saturday.

Shiraz is a safe, promising hub for tourism and investment, Australian ambassador says

TEHRAN - Shiraz, the cultural and historical jewel of southern Iran, recently welcomed Ian McConville, the Australian Ambassador to Iran, during his official visit to the city.

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Picking Mike Huckabee for ambassador to Israel spells more misery for Palestinians

Former Arkansas Gov. Mike Huckabee, our incoming ambassador to Israel, has never been shy about his opinions on the Middle East: Palestinian land belongs to Israel alone, and Palestinians themselves do not exist as a people.

Iranian handicrafts cultural ambassadors to the world, says deputy minister

TEHRAN – On Friday, Maryam Jalali-Dehkordi, the deputy minister of handicrafts at the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, highlighted the vital role of crafts in promoting the nation’s artistic and cultural heritage.

Wafa: Japan examining recognition of Palestinian state

Japan is studying the possibility of recognizing Palestine as a state, Wafa news agency cited Japan’s ambassador to the State of Palestine as saying.

Iran FM holds meeting on regional developments with ambassadors in Tehran

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister held a meeting with ambassadors and heads of diplomatic missions in Tehran, outlining Iran's positions on recent regional developments.

Spanish ambassador visits National Museum of Iran

TEHRAN – On Tuesday, the Spanish ambassador to Iran, Antonio Sánchez-Benedito, and his wife toured the National Museum of Iran.

Chinese ambassador highlights Silk Road caravanserais’ role in fostering cross-cultural exchange

TEHRAN - Chinese ambassador to Iran Cong Peiwu has turned the spotlight on the role of centuries-old caravanserais in linking cultures across the ancient Silk Road.

Tajik envoy highlights shared heritage as key to cementing Tehran-Dushanbe ties

TEHRAN - Tajikistan’s ambassador to Iran, Nizamuddin Zahedi, has said the cultural, linguistic, and historical commonalities between the two nations present valuable opportunities to expand bilateral cooperation.

Tehran exhibit of Chinese arts celebrates centuries of exchange along Silk Road

TEHRAN – A loan exhibition showcasing selected works of Chinese art and culture was inaugurated in Tehran on Saturday evening, marking centuries of trade and cultural exchange along the Silk Road.

UK appoints Hugo Shorter as new ambassador to Iran

TEHRAN – London has officially named Hugo Shorter the new Ambassador of the United Kingdom to the Islamic Republic of Iran, succeeding Simon Shercliff, the former British envoy.

Iran summons German, Austrian ambassadors in reciprocal move

TEHRAN - The Iranian Foreign Ministry on Thursday summoned the ambassadors of Germany and Austria in response to the summoning of the Iranian ambassadors to Berlin and Vienna.

Iran tells UN it will respond to Israeli attack on ambassador in Beirut

TEHRAN - Iran tells the United Nations that it reserves the right to respond to the recent act of sabotage and terrorism by the rogue Israeli regime in Lebanon, after Tehran’s ambassador was injured in one of the explosions in Beirut.