A Professor of International Relations in Tehran believes: “’The look to the East’ strategy can only realize Iran’s short-term, non-strategic objectives with these countries. Resolving security, political, and economic issues through Eastern countries is a great deal to expect.”
A university professor in the UK believes: “Iran must have closer ties with Europe for its economic development. But its security can be provided mostly by China and Russia. This requires a little subtlety in the ‘Neither East, Nor West’ slogan.”
Former Head of Asia and Oceania desk at the Foreign Ministry of Iran believes: “In the circumstances where Iran is faced with sanctions and other difficulties created by the US, it must pursue a ‘Look to the East’ strategy with Russia and China.”
Former Iranian Ambassador to China believes: “None of the countries defined in the ‘Look to the East’ strategy will play nursemaid to Iran during the sanctions. They will probably not extend the limitations and extent of sanctions, but will try to find solutions and propose more cost-effective ways for them to deal with it.”
A Professor of International Relations in Iran believes: “With the transfer of power and wealth from Western countries to East Asia, any neglect in Iran's foreign policy towards this region is a strategic mistake; because the American-centered order of the world is collapsing and Iran can be effective in shaping the new order through its ties with the East.”
Former Iranian Ambassador to Russia believes: “A country’s national interests determine its strategies. This includes relations with both the East and West. But, regardless of the “Look to the East” strategy, Iran must have good ties with its neighbors for its security interests.”
After the imposition of new US sanctions, Iranian pharmaceutical companies have been faced with severe obstacles in transferring money for the procurement of some raw materials for specialty drugs.
The Iranian President has said: “The Petroleum Ministry of Iran made the Americans understand that we will sell our oil no matter what they do. There are so many paths open to us that their sanctions will not work.”
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson had responded to John Bolton’s latest comments, saying: “John Bolton has always shown his deepest contempt for Iran from old times. He has an abnormal behavior and suffer from a chronic “Abuse Iran” syndrome.”
The Iranian Foreign Minister has responded to what his American counterpart had said by tweeting: “.@SecPompeo has audacity to threaten crimes against humanity targeting ordinary Iranians; then attacks media for reporting his own words. He should either own what he says, or disown what US does. Can't have it both ways.”
The CEO of Iran’s International Maritime Organization (IMO) has announced: “Iran’s complaint against US sanctions imposed on Iranian shipping will be handed to (IMO) in London next week.
The Head of the National Security and Foreign Policy Commission of Iran's Parliament has met with Brazil’s Head of National Security Commission for talks.
On the same day as the US imposed the new round of sanctions on Iran, London was host to a tourism fair, embracing sustainable cooperation with Iran in this sector regardless of US threats.
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The Head of Iran’s Tourism Organization has announced a 51 percent growth in the number of tourists visiting Iran and said that Saudi and European visitors are making a comeback.
At a meeting with the Head of Iran’s Tourism Organization, the UNWTO Secretary General said: “Iran is the safest place for tourism.”
The Iranian Space Agency has announced the building of four space tourism parks in the desert areas of Kashan, Damghan, Qeshm, and Kerman to dwell in the secrets of creation and attract space tourists.
Secretary of the High Council for Iran’s Free Trade Zones has announced that Kish Island Free Zone is planning to attract eight million tourists within the next year and a half.
The Head of Iran’s Tourism Organization has announced: “The global tourism industry has said no to US sanctions against Iran.”
The Kaliveh ensemble will be representing Iran in INDIA - 2018 International Folklore Festival, resonating the country’s message of peace and friendship with their poetic music across the world.
The movie “Everybody knows”, directed by prominent Iranian director Asghar Farhadi, made its screening debut in Italy on 8 November 2018 in 288 theaters.
A book launch of “The life and work of Jabbar Baghtcheban – Founder of children’s theater in Iran” has been held in Tehran.
The first joint concert between the Persian-speaking countries of Iran, Afghanistan and Tajikistan called “Asheghaneh haye bimarz” [Borderless love] will be staged in Tehran 13-14 November 2018 at the Interior Ministry Hall. Hessam Seraj and Ardeshir Kamkar will be present from Iran.
A new season of joint restorations has begun in Pasargadae by Iran and Italy in the southeastern ivan of Cyrus the Great’s private palace.
To the right-hand side of the main UN entrance in Vienna, an edifice has been erected to commemorate the magnificent achievements of Iranian scientists over the past centuries. This four-centered arch is called chartaghi in Persian. It is constructed as a quadrangle with the statue of a famous Iranian personality underneath each arch.
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Donald Trump has announced he is exempting eight countries from Iran oil sanctions to prevent a price spike which may reach 100dbp if the sanctions are implemented too quickly.
The construction of the first power plant in Alborz Province started on Monday. This is a joint project with a foreign company in Eshtehard County.
The foreign customers of luxury Iranian goods have been introduced. Customs statistics published in Iran indicate that countries like the UAE, Iraq, and Germany were destined for many luxurious items made in Iran over the first six months of the Iranian solar calendar.
Former Iranian representative for OPEC believes that Saudi Arabia is unable to offset the lack of Iranian oil on the market, leading to a probable price rise to USD 100bp. This has led the US to accept Iranian oil as a market reality and grant sanctions relief to eight countries who need to purchase oil from Iran.
India, Iran, and Russia will be meeting on 23 November 2018 to discuss a 7200-km route as a shorter, more cost-effective alternative for the Suez Canal.
The Iranian Oil Minister has commented on reports of Iranian oil being sold by Russia, syaing: “I categorically refute these allegations by Reuters and some other media.”
After the imposition of new US sanctions, Iranian pharmaceutical companies have been faced with severe obstacles in transferring money for the procurement of some raw materials for specialty drugs.
The Iranian President has said: “The Petroleum Ministry of Iran made the Americans understand that we will sell our oil no matter what they do. There are so many paths open to us that their sanctions will not work.”
On the same day as the US imposed the new round of sanctions on Iran, London was host to a tourism fair, embracing sustainable cooperation with Iran in this sector regardless of US threats.
Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesperson had responded to John Bolton’s latest comments, saying: “John Bolton has always shown his deepest contempt for Iran from old times. He has an abnormal behavior and suffer from a chronic “Abuse Iran” syndrome.”
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Iran’s bodybuilding team has won 8 gold, 1 silver, and 2 bronze medals, and two overall titles to win the IFBB title in Spain.
Iran has beaten Russia 4-2 to take the title at the Beach Soccer Intercontinental Cup.
The second leg of AFC Champions League final took place in Tehran’s Azadi Stadium last night between Persepolis (Iran) and Kashima Antlers (Japan). The match was a 0-0 draw, but the Japanese team who had won the first leg 2-0 took the title.
The Iranian karateka in the -75kgs category has won Iran’s first gold medal at the 2018 Karate World Championships in Spain.
Iran’s National Wushu Team has won seven gold and one silver medals to become World Wushu champions.
Persepolis has made history by making the AFC Champions League Final for the first time in a 2-1 victory over Qatar’s Al-Sadd in the two-legged ties.
If you are interested in using more vegetables in your food, we recommend cabbage rice to you. This is a traditional dish from Shiraz, in Fars Province, southern Iran. It is a recipe for all four seasons, but it is more popular in autumn and is well-liked by children.
The people of northern Iran are known for their palatable cuisine and have also registered a number of these in Iran as a national heritage. Nardun stew is one of these appetizing dishes made with pomegranates, and thus associated with the Yalda winter solstice by many Iranians.
Moras’a Polo, or jewel rice, is one of the most delicious Iranian rice dishes which can be served at parties. It does not take long to prepare, but has a wide variety of ingredients. This is how it is prepared.
Isfahan is one of Iran’s best-known cities for its arts and crafts and tourism. If you travel to Isfahan, make sure to also try their biryani.
Ghalieh Mahi is a stuffed fish recipe from southern Iran which is very popular in the country. It is cooked mostly in Khuzestan, Bushehr, and Hormuzgan provinces.
Torsh-e Kabab, or Bijeh Kabab in the local dialect, is a dish from Iran’s northern Guilan Province. The use of fried ingredients in the recipe depends on personal taste.
Today, 30 October [8 Aban on the Iranian calendar, 20 Safar on the Islamic calendar], is Arbaeen. This is an important day for Shia Muslims. Arbaeen means “fortieth”, a name attributed to 20 Safar 61 AH which is the fortieth day of the martyrdom of Imam Hossein (AS), son of Imam Ali (AS), and the third Shia Imam. The Arbaeen pilgrimage is a special ceremony that takes place on this day, only performed for the martyrdom of Imam Hossein (AS). No precedent can be attributed to Arbaeen and acts related to this day until the Ashura incident.
Iran has always enjoyed a melting pot of cultures over the course of its ancient history and civilization. This is evident in various areas such as its variety of dialects, clothing, lifestyles, and of course foods.
An Iranian movie star has joined the campaign to fight breast cancer and raise awareness about the disease.
“Fereshtegan-e Asemani” [Heavenly Angels] is the first girls' autistic school to open in Tehran’s 2nd district.
Sardar Saeid Montazer-Almahdi, top advisor to the Commander of the Iranian Police Force, has said: “We will soon see fundamental developments in police electronic services using artificial intelligence.”
Arash is a small Iranian boy who could speak three languages fluently at the age of two. He is now six and can solve physics and chemistry problems with the help of the internet. He is a little genius, but despite his father’s efforts, he has not been very welcomed. And yet, a number of credible schools in the Netherlands, Finland, and Japan are looking to train Arash.
Tehran has plenty of different parks, with each one having their own features. The following is a selection of these parks that are easily accessible
With a population of around eight million, Tehran is considered as one of the world's megacities. There are also many who commute to the city every day for work or study, generating heavy traffic. To get around this crowded city faster, you can use public transport—whether the metro, bus, cab, or ride-hailing apps like Snapp or Tap30.
Persian cuisine is very varied and every city offers a new culinary experience. Culinary tourism is in fact one of the attractions of a visit to Iran. “Chelo Kabab”, or rice and kebab, is the national dish of Iran, also known and served across the globe. In this piece, however, the more traditional dishes will be introduced.
Iranian students have won the 12th International Olympiad on Astronomy and Astrophysics (IOAA) with 5 gold medals.
Based on the latest statistics published by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Iran, over MM72 and 941 thousand people use broadband internet in Iran with an internet penetration rate of 89 percent.
Elite Iranian students have won the WMC in the UK.
Mohammad Javad Dehghani who is the Head of the Islamic World Science Citation Database (ISC) has said: “A comprehensive and analytical overview of the Persian language from 1997 to the end of 2017 in Scopus shows that the publication of scientific documents in Persian over the past two decades has grown more than fortyfold and the global ranking of the Persian language has moved up from the thirtieth to the fifteenth rank with 15 upgrades.
The Shadx team from the Sharif University of Technology Aerospace Engineering Faculty won the third rank in international competition of accredited AIAA Institute.
A research team from UCLA, headed by Iranian scientist Maryam Shanehchi, has discovered a new technique to decode brainwaves for a patient’s moods. This can lead to new treatments for depression and anxiety.
