TEHRAN - Irans Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts, Seyyed Reza Salehi-Amiri, met with Tajikistans Ambassador to Iran, Nizomiddin Zohidi, on Tuesday at the ministrys head office in Tehran to talk about enhancing incorporate tourism and cultural cooperation.Salehi-Amiri emphasized the shared cultural and historic bonds between the 2 nations and proposed several initiatives to enhance partnership.
Given our commonness, we should deal with introducing unique values and shared capabilities through the production of top quality works and multilingual movies, he said.The minister further kept in mind that the Iranian federal government focuses on relations with neighboring nations, including Tajikistan.
We are totally prepared to establish ties with Tajikistan, and an approaching check out by the President of Iran to Tajikistan could mark a new chapter in bilateral relations, Salehi-Amiri added.Elsewhere in his remarks, Salehi-Amiri highlighted the potential for increased tourist in between the 2 nations.
Despite their cultural and linguistic proximity, the current level of travel remains modest.
He proposed better planning and arrangements to assist in travel, noting that Tehran alone hosts over 3,000 travel bureau ready to promote tourism.The minister also proposed joint cultural occasions, research, and restoration jobs, as well as the company of cultural days including intellectuals and artists from both countries.
A multilingual movie showcasing the historic and cultural heritage of Iran and Tajikistan could likewise present our shared civilizational worths to the world, he suggested.To further boost connection, Salehi-Amiri discussed strategies to reinforce direct flights in between the 2 countries.
He highlighted Kish Islands preparedness to develop a health tourist city, which might draw in Tajik travelers through direct flights from Dushanbe.Tajik Ambassador welcomes proposalsAmbassador Zohidi expressed his gratitude for the Iranian ministers suggestions.
The cultural, religious, and historical commonalities between our nations supply an excellent foundation for closer ties, Zohidi stated.The envoy highlighted continuous cultural collaborations and revealed interest for expanding tourism facilities, consisting of the intro of a direct Dushanbe-Shiraz flight.
Enhancing tourist links with Iran is a top priority, and we are completely prepared to work on this, the ambassador added.Talks on visa waivers and handicraftsDuring the meeting, Zohidi proposed the complete removal of visa requirements in between the two countries.
Salehi-Amiri assured to advocate for the initiative at the governmental level.The two authorities also discussed increasing cooperation in the field of handicrafts, with prepare for joint training programs and the promo of artisanal traditions in both countries.AM