Zakani says not averse to talks with West

TEHRAN – The mayor of Tehran who is currently running for president said he is not opposed to negotiating with the West to reduce tensions, but won’t tolerate disrespect and deceit solely for the sake of engaging in talks with Western states.

Tehran attractions welcomed by 3 million visitors

TEHRAN - Ahmad Alavi, head of the Cultural Heritage Committee of Tehran City Council, has announced that over three million people visited Tehran’s tourist attractions during the Nowruz holidays.

Tehran mayor expresses readiness to host UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism

TEHRAN - In a pivotal announcement, the mayor of Tehran, Alireza Zakani, has revealed the city's proactive readiness to host the forthcoming UNWTO Global Summit on Urban Tourism.

Mayor unveils plans to boost handicraft industry in Iranian capital

TEHRAN – On Thursday, Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani unveiled plans for the forthcoming [Iranian calendar] year, aiming to transform the handicraft sector in the Iranian capital.

Flowers, ornamental plants producers call for removing barriers to their business

TEHRAN- The producers of flowers and ornamental plants call for removing the barriers in the way of their business and activities.

By Mehran Shamsuddin

Student Day: a pretext for dialogue

TEHRAN – Officials from and outside the administration of Ebrahim Raisi headed to universities on the occasion of Student Day to materialize the dialogue policy outlined by the administration in the wake of the recent unrest. 

Authorities consider launching museum dedicated to Tehran

TEHRAN – The Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts seeks to launch a special museum dedicated to Tehran province.

Zakani elected as Tehran mayor

TEHRAN — In the afternoon meeting of the Tehran City Council, Alireza Zakani was elected as the mayor of Tehran, winning the highest number of votes in the 21-member council.

Jalili, Zakani, Mehr Alizadeh withdraw from election race

TEHRAN — In separate statements issued on Wednesday, Saeed Jalili, Alireza Zakani, and Mohsen Mehr Alizadeh withdrew from the presidential race.

Iranian presidential candidates face off in final showdown

TEHRAN— Seven presidential candidates gathered at the IRIB building on Saturday to discuss their plans and elaborate on their views on “people’s concerns” in the third and final presidential debate.

Zakani says his foreign policy will be based on mutual respect, détente with neighbors

TEHRAN – Presidential candidate Alireza Zakani told a press conference on Wednesday that if he wins the elections, he will follow a foreign policy based on mutual respect and détente with neighbors.

Candidates spar in second showdown

TEHRAN — The candidates faced off each other on Tuesday, exchanging views on political, social, and cultural topics, with a taste of economic promises.

Candidates face each other in first televised debate

TEHRAN – The first televised debates among seven presidential candidates were held on Saturday afternoon.

Economy in view of presidential candidates

TEHRAN — On May 28, the Leader of the Islamic Revolution gave a speech stating that economy is the main issue of the country. The Tehran Times explored the candidates’ remarks about the economy.

Zakani: JCPOA only limited to nuclear issue and not regional or defensive capabilities

TEHRAN — Speaking at a press conference on Saturday, Alireza Zakani, a presidential candidate, responded to many questions, including his foreign policy, possibility of sealing another JCPOA that would be “longer” and “stronger” as mentioned by the Europeans.