D-8 event promoting Iranian startups

TEHRAN – Twenty Iranian startups are showcasing their achievements at the 3rd Technology Investment Meeting (TIM 2021) of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation which started in Tehran on Tuesday.

Replica of Qajar-era portraiture on clay plate recreated

TEHRAN – An Iranian artist has recently recreated a replica of a Qajar-era (1789–1925) portraiture on clay plate following extensive research.  

Rouhani invites Malaysian king to visit Iran

TEHRAN - In a message to the Malaysia king on the occasion of the country's National Day, President Hassan Rouhani invited Sultan Abdullah Sultan Ahmad Shah to pay a visit to Iran.

Mahathir submits resignation, 'quits' his party

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has announced his resignation, paving the way for a possible formation of a new government.

Iran B come third at SAT International Futsal C’ship

Tehran - Iran B futsal team finished in third place at the SAT International Futsal Championship Hat Yai Thailand 2020 after a 2-1 defeat against Thailand A team on Saturday.

BY Quayyum Raja

A noble idea by Malaysia Islamic Summit

KASHMIR - I am a very happy man today. Four years ago, I had published a book titled: “An Islamic Approach to Diplomacy & Human Rights.” In it, I described how the Prophet (PBUH) conducted diplomacy and defined Human Rights. I had concluded that the Islamic world was in crisis because it deviated from the basic idea of Islamic Justice and compromised its noble principles.

Iran has continued to progress despite sanctions: Mahathir Mohamad

TEHRAN - Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Friday that Iran has continued to progress and develop despite sanctions.

By staff and agency

Malaysia accepts Iran’s cryptocurrency proposal

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has accepted Iran’s proposal on using cryptocurrency as an alternative to the United States’ dollar.

Rouhani says Muslim world should get rid of dollar domination

TEHRAN – President Hassan Rouhani suggested on Thursday that the Muslim world should take measures to put an end to domination of the U.S. dollar and financial regime.

By staff and agency

Abe-Rouhani meeting part of efforts to ease regional tension: Japan’s Foreign Ministry

Japan’s Foreign Ministry issued a statement on Tuesday saying that meeting between President Hassan Rouhani and Japanese Prime Minister Shinzo Abe on Friday will be a part of Tokyo’s efforts to ease tension in the Middle East region.

Through resistance we will make U.S. to change course, Rouhani says

TEHRAN – President Hassan Rouhani, who is attending a summit in Malaysia, said on Wednesday that the United States has no choice but changing its approach toward Iran.

President says U.S. sanctions on Iran will not be permanent

Countries seek to have close ties with Iran: Rouhani

TEHRAN – President Hassan Rouhani said on Tuesday that despite pressure by America countries around the world are seeking to establish close relationship with Iran.

By staff and agency

Rouhani to attend KL Summit

President Hassan Rouhani will participate in the Kuala Lumpur (KL) Summit 2019, Malay Mail said on Saturday.

By staff and agency

Malaysian PM calls U.S. sanctions on Iran a ‘form of dictatorship’

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad has said that Washington’s sanctions against Iran are a “form of dictatorship”.

By staff and agency

Mahathir Mohamad says U.S. sanctions on Iran violate international law

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Saturday that the United States’ sanctions on Iran violate the United Nations charter and international law.

Iranian mayors, artisans join World Craft Cities Network Forum

TEHRAN – A number of Iranian mayors and artisans are attending the World Craft Cities Network Forum, which is being co-hosted by China and Malaysia.

By staff and agency

Malaysia says U.S. sanctions against Iran are against law

Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad said on Sunday that the United States’ sanctions against Iran are unlawful.

Iran ranks 6th in Halal travel revenues

TEHRAN – Fetching $8 billion, Iran is ranked 6th in terms of Halal travel revenues based on the State of the Global Islamic Economy Report 2018/19.

Tehran calls on ‘friendly’ Malaysia to resolve banking restrictions on Iranians

TEHRAN – Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi has deplored banking restrictions on Iranians residing in Malaysia under the U.S. sanctions, which Iran refers to as “economic terrorism”, calling on the “friendly state of Malaysia” to resolve the issue.

Banks in Malaysia close Iranians’ accounts due to U.S. sanctions: report

TEHRAN – Banks in Malaysia are closing the accounts of Iranian individuals and companies because of U.S. sanctions, Reuters reported on Wednesday, citing a number of affected individuals.

Iran into IBSA Blind Football Asian C’ships semis

TEHRAN – Iran edged past Japan 1-0 on Thursday to book a place at the IBSA Blind Football Asian Championships semi-final.

“The world is helpless,” Mahathir says

Malaysian PM slams U.S. unilateral sanctions as ‘privilege of the rich and powerful’

TEHRAN – Malaysia’s Prime Minister Mahathir Bin Mohamad has criticized the United States for trying to force all countries to stop doing business with Iran.

Malaysian embassy in Tehran marks Independence Day

TEHRAN – The Malaysian embassy in Tehran on Wednesday celebrated national Independence Day in a ceremony attended by Iran’s Information and Communications Technology Minister Mohammad-Javad Azari Jahromi.

Zarif will soon start tour of China, Japan and Malaysia

TEHRAN - The Foreign Ministry said on Saturday that Iran’s chief diplomat Mohammad Javad Zarif will soon start a tour to a number of East Asian states as part of Tehran’s “proactive” diplomacy, after concluding his visit to Europe.

Folk Iranian arts, handicrafts appeared at Malaysian exhibit

TEHRAN – A number of traditional Iranian artists, artisans and craftspeople promoted skills at the 5th Putrajaya International Islamic Arts and Culture Festival (PIIACUF), which was held in the Malaysian metropolis from July 25 to 28.

By Murray Hunter

Lost Malaysian hopes and the Pakatan catch 22

ASIA  SENTINEL - It took the Malaysian opposition more than a generation to topple the Barisan Nasional government, led by the now-discredited United Malays National Organization. Throughout mosques, coffee shops and markets in Malaysia, there has been an atmosphere of hope and anticipation by many for change that goes all the way back to when Mahathir Mohamed dismissed Anwar Ibrahim as deputy prime minister back in 1998 and jailed him in a trial regarded universally as trumped up.

Iran to take part in international mental arithmetic contest

TEHRAN – Iran will attend the 18th PAN PACIFIC Abacus & Mental Arithmetic Association Global Abacus and Mental Arithmetic Championships which will be held in Malaysia on December 28. 

Iran begin AFC U-16 Championship with loss to Indonesia

TEHRAN – Iran began the AFC U-16 Championship Malaysia 2018 Group C with a match against Indonesia.

Malaysia, Iran’s new all-weather friend, in principle supports Iran’s nuclear deal

TEHRAN - The relations between Iran and Malaysia, far from the arch lights of mainstream media, have always been steady. In recent times, the friendship has grown strong with both countries signing bilateral agreements and vowing to enhance cooperation in areas of mutual concern.