Reza Salehi Amiri
Former Minister of Culture
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View Timeline →Iran and Iraq Aim to Boost Annual Tourist Exchanges to 10 Million
Iran and Iraq are collaborating to boost annual tourist exchanges to 10 million, as stated by Iran's Tourism Minister Reza Salehi-Amiri. This initiative requires enhanced…
International Shiraz Expo Launches with Participation from 343 Foreign Guests
The second International Shiraz Expo opened on October 11, featuring 343 foreign guests from 13 countries. Key figures in attendance included the Minister of Cultural…
Mausoleum Complex of Shams Tabrizi Inaugurated in Khoy
The mausoleum complex of Shams Tabrizi was inaugurated in Khoy on October 7, 2026, with attendance from Minister Reza Salehi-Amiri and various officials. This event…
Iran Shifts Focus to Land Tourism Amid Flight Sanctions
Iran is shifting its focus to land tourism in response to US sanctions that have disrupted air travel. Tourism Minister Reza Salehi Amiri announced this…
Iran and Pakistan to Enhance Cultural and Tourism Cooperation
Iran's Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts, Reza Salehi Amiri, has proposed a five-year roadmap to enhance cultural and tourism cooperation with Pakistan. This…
Fifth Ceremony Honoring Iran's Cultural Heritage Figures Held in Tehran
The fifth edition of a ceremony honoring distinguished figures of Iran’s cultural heritage was held in Tehran on September 13, 2026, attended by Minister Seyyed…
Honoring 8 Lasting Figures of Iran's Cultural Heritage
A national ceremony was held to honor eight significant figures in Iran's cultural heritage, attended by key government officials and diplomats. This event highlights the…
Iran Hosts 57th Armenian Olympics in Tehran
The 57th Armenian Olympics of Iran commenced on September 9, 2026, at the Ararat Stadium in Tehran, attended by Minister of Culture Reza Salehi Amiri…
Iran's Tourism Minister Says Development of Tourism is Impossible with 130 Old Airplanes
Iran's Tourism Minister, Reza Salehi Amiri, highlighted the inadequacy of the country's aging aircraft fleet for accommodating the anticipated influx of 15 million tourists. He…
Associated Press Report on University Crackdowns and Security Climate in Iran on the First Anniversary of Mahsa Amini's Death
As the first anniversary of Mahsa Amini's death approaches, the Iranian government is intensifying repression against protests and dissent, particularly targeting universities and professors. Despite…
Iran's National Olympic Committee: Iranian Athletes Will Not Accept Samsung Phones Without an Apology
Iran's National Olympic Committee has stated that Iranian athletes will not accept Samsung smartphones as gifts unless an apology is issued regarding their exclusion from…
Ministry of Culture's Response to Parliament Representatives' Protests: We Stand by Film Permits
The Iranian Ministry of Culture has defended the screening of two films, "Oxygen" and "Mother of the Atomic Heart," despite protests from conservative parliament members…
30 Members of Parliament: Minister of Information Should Explain About Telegram Channel Admin Arrests
30 members of the Iranian Parliament have demanded an explanation from the Minister of Information regarding the detention of administrators of pro-government Telegram channels, questioning…
Hassan Rouhani: My Cabinet Will Change in the Next Presidential Term
Hassan Rouhani announced plans to change his cabinet if re-elected, emphasizing job creation and drafting a citizens' rights bill for his next term. He defended…
End of Fajr Film Festival with Four Simorgh Awards for 'Midday Adventures'
The 35th Fajr Film Festival concluded with 'Midday Adventures' winning four awards, including Best Film. The film, which depicts the actions of Iranian security forces…
Response of the Minister of Culture and the Jury to Protests Regarding the Fajr Film Festival Judging
The Minister of Culture and the jury of the Fajr Film Festival have responded to criticisms regarding the festival's judging, stating that the criticisms are…
Launch of 'Cyber Basij' with the Cooperation of '18,000 People'
The Iranian Deputy Prosecutor General announced the establishment of a 'Cyber Basij' with the voluntary cooperation of 18,000 individuals to monitor and report violations in…
Iran's Ministry of Intelligence Arrests Admins of 'Immortal Guard'
Iran's Ministry of Intelligence has arrested the leaders and admins of a Telegram network called 'Immortal Guard', claiming it is linked to anti-revolutionary activities. This…
Closure of 160,000 'Corruption and Heresy' Internet Channels in the Past Year
The Iranian government has closed over 160,000 online channels deemed corrupt and heretical, citing the need to protect youth from cultural bombardment. The IRGC has…
Minister of Culture Enters the Battle of Two Powers: Larijani's Language Was Unworthy of Great Figures
The Iranian Minister of Culture criticized the head of the judiciary for his inappropriate response to the President's remarks regarding the Babak Zanjani case, highlighting…