Why It Matters:
During this period, social films will be screened that depict the daily lives of Iranian people, aiming to enhance the cultural understanding of Iranian society among the people of Astrakhan.
What They Are Saying:
The Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Astrakhan, Mehdi Akuchekian; the Minister of Foreign Relations of Astrakhan, Vladimir Galavkov; and the Minister of Culture of Astrakhan, Vladimir Galavkov, stressed boosting the cultural ties.
Key Points:
- The need for cooperation between Iran and Russia to counter Western cultural and media propaganda was highlighted.
- Trade, cultural, and humanitarian relations between the two countries are developing.
- There is hope for continued cooperation in the field of cinema.
Go Deeper:
The Iranian Film Week, now becoming a regular feature of the Ten-Day Dawn Fajr celebrations in Astrakhan province, presents a unique opportunity to strengthen cultural interactions and build mutual understanding between the two countries. Organizers and officials from both sides hope that this cooperation will expand in the future and that cinema will continue to serve as a bridge for fostering closer ties between the two nations.
43rd International Fajr Film Festival Kicks off in Tehran
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