VP invites Uzbekistan to join global movement of commitment to family

TEHRAN –The Vice President for Women and Family Affairs, Ensieh Khazali, has asked Uzbekistan to join the global movement of commitment to family.

Golestan province exports $3.3m of handicrafts in year

TEHRAN – Handicraft exports from Golestan province amounted to over $3.3 million in the past Iranian calendar year 1402 (ended on March 19), a local official said.

Persepolis hijack Esteghlal move for Oston Urunov

TEHRAN - Persepolis football team snatched Oston Urunov from under the noses of their archrivals Esteghlal.

Iranian trade delegation visits Uzbekistan

TEHRAN – An Iranian trade delegation has visited Uzbekistan seeking to expand economic relations between the two countries in various areas, the director general of the Russia and Caucasus Office of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) announced.

Tehran, Tashkent to establish technology park in Samarkand

TEHRAN –Iran and Uzbekistan will establish a joint technology park in the city of Samarkand focusing on health, digital economy, and cultural industries.

Iran handed easy draw at AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2024

TEHRAN – 12-time champions Iran have been handed an easy draw in the AFC Futsal Asian Cup 2024 following the draw at the AFC House in Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia on Thursday.

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Iranian cultural riches shine bright: Iftar, Sadeh festival and art of illumination join UNESCO list

TEHRAN – On Wednesday, in a nod to Iran’s vibrant tapestry of customs and history, UNESCO's latest additions to its prestigious list -- namely Iftar and its socio-cultural traditions, the ancient jubilation of Sadeh festival, and the intricate artistry of Tahzib in illuminated manuscripts -- elicited waves of joy among Iranians who have cherished their enduring legacy through generations.

Raisi to visit Tajikistan and Uzbekistan

TEHRAN- Upon the official invitation of Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi will visit Tajikistan on Wednesday morning.

Isfahan sustainable tourism projects elaborated at Samarkand conference

TEHRAN – On Sep. 20, a host of cultural heritage and travel researchers from Iran, the UK, Malaysia, China, Pakistan, Uzbekistan, Russia, India, Kazakhstan, Kirgizstan, and Tajikistan addressed a range of issues impacting sustainable tourism and the challenges faced to heritage sites today.

Iran, Uzbekistan to create joint sci-tech park

TEHRAN – A science and technology park will be established jointly by Iran and Uzbekistan in the city of Samarkand.

Iran minister signals visa abolition with Uzbekistan to encourage tourism

TEHRAN – Iranian tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami on Tuesday indicated that Tehran was ready to ease visa rules with Uzbekistan on a mutual basis.

Iranian, Saudi tourism ministers condemn attack on hospital in Gaza

TEHRAN – Iranian tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami and his Saudi counterpart Ahmed Al-Khateeb on Wednesday condemned Israel’s strike on a hospital in Gaza.

Tehran, Tashkent to discuss expanding tech co-op

TEHRAN - Vice President for Science, Technology and Knowledge-based Economy Rouhollah Dehqani Firouzabadi has traveled to Tashkent to discuss developing technological cooperation with Uzbekistan’s Minister of Higher Education, Science and Innovation Ibrahim Abdurakhmanov.

Iran’s tourism minister arrives in Uzbekistan to join UNWTO general assembly

TEHRAN – On Sunday, Iran’s tourism minister Ezzatollah Zarghami arrived in Uzbekistan to join the 25th session of the World Tourism Organization’s general assembly, which will be held in Samarkand on October 18 and 19.

Iranian minister proposes visa-free travels among ECO member states

TEHRAN—The Iranian tourism minister has proposed a visa cancellation program to be established among member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization.

Iranian potters showing off skills at Kokand festival

TEHRAN—Iranian potters are showcasing their delicate works at the 2nd Kokand Handicrafts Festival, which is running from Spe. 21 to 23 in the ancient Uzbek city.

UzMedExpo hosts Iranian knowledge-based firms

TEHRAN – A delegation of Iranian knowledge-based companies took part in the 15th Uzbekistan International Medical Equipment Exhibition (UzMedExpo), which was held from September 20 to 22 in the capital city of Tashkent.

Iranian potter to show off skills at Uzbek exhibit

TEHRAN – An Iranian potter, who has works imprinted by the National Seal of Excellence, has been selected to show off skills at an Uzbek exhibit.

Iran invites Saudi Arabia to join Iftar nomination for UNESCO label

TEHRAN - Iran has invited Saudi Arabia to join a possible UNESCO listing for Iftar and its socio-cultural traditions, which are shared among Muslim-majority countries.

Tehran, Tashkent hail extended tourism co-op

TEHRAN—Iran and Uzbekistan are eager to expand cooperation in various cultural areas, including tourism and cultural heritage.