Tehran – The event known as “Cultural Week of the Islamic Republic of Qatar” has concluded. Available news, documents and evidence demonstrate the surprising, unprecedented and extensive acceptance of the event by Katalis and Iranians living in Doha.
The broad presence of Iranian master artists in various fields and direct presentations of work, abilities and creativity to the audience conveyed beautiful and vivid images of authentic Islamic and Iranian culture and civilization. In addition to a special appreciation for the broad efforts of Qatar’s friendly and adjacent government in holding this incredible event, I would like to point out the following six important messages from holding Iran’s Culture Week in Doha.
1-The importance of direct narration of Iranian Islamic culture:
Narration of Iranian Islamic culture and civilization cannot be communicated remotely and through intermediaries. This narration must be done in a way that attracts the eyes, hearts and minds. In other words, they need to be conquered. The holding of the Cultural Week event in Doha actually proves this proposition.
2-The importance of the position and ability of Iranians living in Qatar:
The cooperation and participation of a considerable number of Iranians living in Qatar in organizing recent extensive cultural events in Doha clearly shows that various geographical and cultural ecosystems in other countries and around the world should be perceived as “huge capabilities” rather than simply “passive compatriots.” The fact that each Iranian living abroad is repeatedly emphasized that it may be considered a cultural ambassador in our country in the area of residence is not a compliment or claim!
3-Special status of the creative industry:
The extensive receptions of Iran’s creative industry by Kataris and other audiences show that we not only have talent in this field, but also have style. The creativity, capabilities and originality of Iranian culture and civilization are all factors that must combine with one another to demonstrate oneself in a creative industry. The focus of Islamic cultural organisations to introduce the Islamic Republic of Iran’s achievements, particularly in the field of creative industries, in recent years, is based on the level of effectiveness and influence in this field. The foundations of the creative industry are knowledge, capabilities and culture. This area requires you to make the most of your new technology and tools, and you need to make special investments in areas such as animation, computer games, and more.
4-Iran’s advantages in the field of cultural exports:
Cultural exports are, unfortunately, concepts that are not yet comprehensively understood. Exporting culture does not imply a displacement of the economic views of the field of culture and the underlying position of culture and its derivatives in the field of governance, but a census of the cultural benefits of the country and an opportunity-oriented view of these benefits in the field of economic and export. The holding of the Islamic Republic during Iran’s Culture Week in other countries, including the ones we’ve seen recently in Qatar, clearly shows that Iran’s artistic and cultural benefits are extremely appealing to foreign audiences and willing to pay to benefit from its manifestations and examples. Without a doubt, one of the key tools for developing a culture is to save money.
5-Trans-Border Dialogue in the Cultural Context:
Iranian Culture Week in Doha, like other events of this kind, is a good thing for establishing effective, sincere and continuous communication between nations. Experience shows that even when their enemies are in the field of manipulation of global public opinion in the fields of economics and politics, their hands are tied together when they face the unparalleled civilized, debateful and cultural forces of a great and grand country like Islamic Iran. The dialogue between the local and the world, when guided through the channels and core of culture, is undoubtedly more sustainable, deeper, and more authentic.
6-The importance of cultural diplomacy:
One of the main messages regarding the establishment of the Islamic Republic during Qatar’s Iran Culture Week is evidence of the proposition that we have repeatedly emphasized. It uses the enormous cultural capabilities of the Republic of Iran and presents an inclusive and inclusive image of Islamic people, where the audience is in charge of lessons. Public and cultural diplomacy discovered international systems and various forms and forms in the 21st century. This difference is due to the “benefits of the country when telling your own story.” Elites, artists, owners of traditional and creative industries, and even audiences in the fields of arts and culture are undoubtedly the best storytellers in the field of cultural diplomacy.
The six considerations above show that the outcome of the establishment of the Islamic Republic during Iran’s Culture Week overseas has a much deeper aspect than holding a ceremony, exhibition or temporary event. It is necessary to understand this importance and effectiveness, and then strengthen its innovative and creative aspects.