Without global cooperation, sustainable development is impossible: head of DOE

TEHRAN – The head of the Department of Environment, Shina Ansari, has said cooperation is the only way forward, as without global cooperation, achieving sustainable development is impossible.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Integrating “just transition" principles into both global, national policies

TEHRAN –Observed on February 20 annually, the World Day of Social Justice highlights the importance of integrating social justice into global efforts to address inequities, promote peace, and achieve sustainable development.

Iran-Iraq academic ties to enhance sustainable development: official

TEHRAN – The cultural attaché of Iraq in Iran, Yasser Abdul Zahra Al-Hajjaj, has highlighted the significance of boosting academic cooperation between Iranian and Iraqi universities as an important way to enhance sustainable development.

Initiatives of the Kyrgyz Republic on promoting sustainable development of mountain regions

Interview with the Ambassador of the Kyrgyz Republic to Iran Mr. Turdakun Sydykov

Climate change poses a serious threat to the most important aspects of life in mountain countries. These include an increase in natural disasters, threats to food security, growing hungry populations, the most vulnerable of whom are women and girls, slower economic growth, water scarcity and growing tensions between countries.

By Maryam Tavassoli

Youth’s digital contributions essential for sustainable development

TEHRAN –Observed every year on August 12, International Youth Day highlights the contribution of youths to the development of society.

Iran attends intl. conference on Caspian Sea

TEHRAN – The Iranian ambassador to Turkmenistan participated in the scientific-practical international conference titled ‘Caspian Sea -Cooperation for Sustainable Development’ which was held in the national tourism zone of Awaza, Turkmenistan on August 12, marking the Caspian Sea Day.

Chess promotes peace, sustainable development

TEHRAN –Observed annually on July 20, World Chess Day highlights chess as an intellectual global game that promotes peace, sustainable development, and education.

Iran, Russia hold joint course on sustainable development

TEHRAN –Iran and Russia have held a joint international course titled ‘Entrepreneurship and Future Skills’ aimed at fostering sustainable development and commercialization of ideas.

Kish island to launch tourism consortium

TEHRAN - In a bid to bolster sustainable tourism, the CEO of the Kish Free Zone Organization has announced the formation of a special consortium dedicated to travel affairs.

Iran to hold special tourism workshops in 20 provinces

TEHRAN - In a bid to enhance the quality of services provided to tourists, Iran’s tourism ministry is set to organize a series of training workshops soon.

UNWTO to highlight investments, sustainable tourism, and collaboration

TEHRAN – The United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO) is set to make a significant impact at FITUR 2024, the leading travel and tourism trade fair, taking place in Madrid from January 24 to 28.

Ardabil to host intl. conference on sustainable tourism

TEHRAN—Ardabil, a historical city in northwest Iran, will host an international conference on sustainable tourism on October 12.

100 Iranian villages to be shortlisted for tourism development

TEHRAN —100 lesser-known Iranian villages will be shortlisted for tourism development to help boost local economies and reverse the flow of people into the cities.

Where to travel next: 100 potential destinations spotted across Iran

TEHRAN –Iran’s Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts has defined over 100 places, mostly near villages and in the countryside, capable of becoming travel destinations in the future.

Conference discusses sustainable development in Uramanat

TEHRAN – A host of researchers and academics have come together in a two-day international conference discussing sustainable development goals in the UNESCO-registered Uramanat, which is situated in western Iran.