Tajik ambassador underscores cultural convergence between Iran and Central Asia

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s ambassador to Iran, Nizamuddin Zahedi, has said Iran’s festival of tribal culture reflects cultural convergence between the Islamic Republic and Central Asian countries.

Central Asian writers, poets and physicians visit historical sites in Hamedan

TEHRAN - A delegation of 23 poets, writers and medical professionals from Tajikistan and Uzbekistan visited historical sites and medical facilities in Iran’s western province of Hamedan as part of a cultural and scientific exchange program.

'Sensitivities on registration of Behzad’s miniature, Samanu by Afghanistan, Tajikistan unfounded'

TEHRAN--Sensitivities regarding global registration of Iranian miniature painter Kamaluddin Behzad’s art (a detailed and symbolic form of painting scenes from history and literature) by Afghanistan and Samanu (a traditional Iranian sweet paste made entirely from mashed germinated wheat) by Tajikistan are unfounded, said Deputy Cultural Heritage Minister Ali Darabi.

Nowruz-observing countries meet in New Delhi on safeguarding shared heritage

TEHRAN – A number of cultural officials from countries where Nowruz is observed met in New Delhi on the sidelines of a UNESCO meeting to discuss coordination among member states of the UNESCO-registered festival.

Health Insurance Organization, Tajikistan health ministry to boost ties

TEHRAN – The Head of the Iranian Health Insurance Organization, Mohammad-Mehdi Nasehi, and the Minister of Health and Social Protection of Tajikistan, Jamoliddin Abdullozoda, have agreed to promote cooperation between the two countries in the field of medical health insurance.

Tourism minister delivers Pezeshkian’s message calling for enhanced ties with China

TEHRAN--Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri has delivered a message from President Masoud Pezeshkian to his Chinese counterpart Xi Jinping, which emphasized the need to further strengthen relations between the two countries in cultural heritage, tourism, and handicrafts.

Iran’s deputy FM hails close Iran-Tajikistan cooperation after Dushanbe visit

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs Majid Takht-Ravanchi says Iran and Tajikistan enjoy strong bonds of friendship rooted in deep cultural and historical commonalities, and that both sides are determined to build on the shared foundations to further enhance mutual ties.

Iranian ambassador emphasizes promoting medical tourism with Tajikistan

TEHRAN--Iranian Ambassador to Tajikistan Alireza Haqiqian emphasized the need to design a sustainable framework for joint cooperation and the development of medical tourism with Tajikistan.

Iran discusses expanding ties with Tajikistan, Pakistan in ICT sector

TEHRAN – To boost cooperation with neighboring countries and strengthen regional interactions in the information, communication, and technology (ICT) sector, ICT Minister Sattar Hashemi has held meetings with his counterparts from Tajikistan and Pakistan.

Tehran to host meeting of tourism ministers from Nowruz-observing nations

TEHRAN--Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts Reza Salehi-Amiri announced at the 25th meeting of the Cultural Heritage Ministry’s Strategic Council that the first meeting of tourism ministers from countries that celebrate Nowruz will be held in Tehran.

Tajik envoy calls for establishing joint scientific committee with Iran

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s ambassador to Iran, Nizamuddin Zahedi, has underlined the need for the establishment of a joint scientific committee between the two countries.

UNESCO recognition of Cyrus Cylinder highlights Iran’s role in human rights, museum director says

TEHRAN – The recent UNESCO recognition of the Cyrus Cylinder as one of the earliest documents on human rights is a source of national pride and a reaffirmation of Iran’s contribution to universal human values, the director of the National Museum of Iran said on Sunday.

Gorgan festival to highlight nomadic life

TEHRAN—Gorgan will hold the 17th Iranian ethnic culture festival during November 16-18. The three-day event will host cultural, artistic and handicraft groups from all over the country and nine foreign countries.

UNESCO recognizes Cyrus Cylinder as one of world’s earliest human rights charters

TEHRAN - UNESCO’s General Conference on Thursday adopted a resolution recognizing the Cyrus Cylinder as one of the world’s earliest declarations promoting cultural diversity and human rights.

Iran, Tajikistan seek UNESCO label for Cyrus Cylinder, famed as world’s first charter of human right

TEHRAN – Iran and Tajikistan have jointly submitted a draft resolution to the 43rd session of UNESCO’s General Conference seeking recognition of the Cyrus Cylinder as a global symbol of early human rights and cultural diversity.

Tajik interior minister visits tourist attractions in Isfahan

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s Minister of Internal Affairs Ramazon Rahimzoda visited the historic city of Isfahan on Monday as part of his ongoing trip to Iran.

Iran showcasing literary, scientific works at 13th Dushanbe International Book Exhibition

TEHRAN- The 13th edition of the Dushanbe International Book Exhibition, “Kitobi Dushanbe 2025” (The Book of Dushanbe), opened in the Tajikistan capital city on Monday, with Iran participating in the event.

Iran seeks to attract more visitors from neighboring countries, tourism minister says

TEHRAN — Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, Iran’s Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, on Sunday stated that Iran is currently focusing on attracting tourists primarily from nearby countries.

Iran to mark first anniversary of UNESCO listing of Mehregan festival with symposium

TEHRAN – The Research Institute of Cultural Heritage and Tourism in Tehran is set to host a gathering to mark the first anniversary of the inscription of the Celebration of Mehregan, an ancient autumn festival, on UNESCO’s Representative List of the Intangible Cultural Heritage of Humanity.

Cultural heritage ministry plans to hold Mehregan Festival

TEHRAN--Mehregan Festival is the second largest celebration of ancient Iran after Nowruz, said Deputy Minister of Cultural Heritage Ali Darabai, adding: “We are considering holding this world-recorded celebration on a public scale.”

Tehran, Dushanbe hold joint meeting on youth diplomacy

TEHRAN –The Youth Diplomacy Center of Iran hosted a joint meeting with a Tajik delegation on Tuesday to explore avenues for cooperation, highlighting that the youth play a pivotal role in expanding social, cultural, and scientific interactions.

Iran squad named for 2025 CAFA Nations Cup

TEHRAN – Iran football coach Amir Ghalenoei has announced his 27-man squad for the 2025 CAFA Nations Cup.

Football match held between Iran, Tajikistan to boost tourism

TEHRAN-Deputy head of Tehran Tourism Department gave news of holding a football match between Iranian art stars and Tajik art stars with the aim of attracting tourists.

‘Strategic priority’, Iran says committed to broadening ties with Tajikistan

FM Araghchi received warmly by high-ranking officials in Dushanbe

TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has highlighted Tehran’s commitment to expanding relations with Dushanbe, emphasizing that Iran views cooperation with Tajikistan as a strategic priority.

Iran, Tajikistan should be pioneers in unifying Persian-speaking world

TEHRAN—Iran and Tajikistan, as two wings of Persian culture, should be pioneers in unifying the Persian-speaking world, said Hojjatollah Ayyoubi, head of Tourism Ministry’s Center for International Affairs.

Iranian deputy interior minister arrives in Dushanbe for high-level security talks

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Minister of Interior for Security and Law Enforcement, Ali Akbar Pourjamshidian, arrived in the Tajik capital of Dushanbe on Tuesday to take part in the third Iran-Tajikistan Joint Security and Law Enforcement Working Group—an initiative aimed at enhancing bilateral cooperation in regional security.

Iran, Tajikistan eye closer ties as foreign ministers convene in Tehran

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister Sirojiddin Muhriddin, who is visiting Iran to attend the 14th Tehran Dialogue Forum, held talks with Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi on Saturday morning.

Tajikistan’s FM in Iran ahead of fourth Tehran Dialogue Forum

TEHRAN – Tajikistan’s Foreign Minister, Sirojiddin Muhriddin, arrived in Tehran on Friday at the head of a diplomatic delegation to participate in the Fourth Tehran Dialogue Forum, set to begin this weekend.