On Thursday, September 18, 2025, Alireza Haghighian, Iran’s Ambassador to Tajikistan, attended the opening ceremony of the Second International Tourism Exhibition “Dushanbe 2025.”

Why it matters:

Iran’s participation in this exhibition provides a vital platform to strengthen tourism and cultural cooperation between the two countries. With Tajikistan’s tourism sector rapidly expanding, the event offers an excellent opportunity to showcase Iran’s tourism potential and attract more regional visitors, contributing to economic growth and deeper cultural ties.

 

The big picture:

The event featured speeches by Jamshid Juma Khonzoda, Head of the Tourism Development Committee, Delbar Adelzadeh, Deputy Mayor of Dushanbe, and other Tajik officials. Alongside ambassadors and representatives of international organizations based in Tajikistan, the guests toured the exhibition booths, exchanging views on tourism and handicraft development.

 

Key points:

  • Highlighting Tajikistan’s tourism market as a fast-growing regional sector
  • Showcasing Iran’s tourism products and services at the official Iranian pavilion
  • Discussing cultural and economic cooperation in the tourism industry between Iran and Tajikistan
  • Emphasizing the role of the exhibition in fostering international collaboration and attracting investment in tourism

 

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