Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Highlights Tourism, Heritage as Tools of Soft Power
Esmaeil Baqaei says Iran's historical and civilizational heritage plays a strategic role in the country's diplomatic outreach, according to IRNA.
Iran's Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei has said that the country's rich historical and civilizational heritage represents a vital component of its soft power, according to a report by the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).
Baqaei's remarks, published by IRNA, framed tourism and cultural heritage as strategic assets in Iran's broader diplomatic efforts. The spokesperson did not provide additional specifics in the excerpt reviewed, and IRNA did not detail the context in which the comments were made, such as a press briefing or official event.
Iran has long promoted its historical sites, including several locations recognized by UNESCO as World Heritage sites, as part of its cultural diplomacy. Officials in Tehran have periodically pointed to the country's archaeological and cultural assets as a means of engaging with the international community outside of traditional political and economic channels.
Further details on the specific initiatives or policies referenced by Baqaei were not immediately available. IRNA is Iran's state-run news agency.
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- Foreign Ministry spokesperson stresses strategic role of tourism, heritage in Iran’s soft power diplomacy — IRNA (Iran)
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