Tehran – Iran’s Deputy Tourism Minister Anuvan Moseni Bandopi calls on international tour operators to reflect a clear image of Iran in the world, highlighting the country’s hospitality, safety and cultural richness.
Speaking at a business-to-business (B2B) event held at the Persian Estegraal Hotel in Tehran on Tuesday, Mohseni-Bandpey welcomed over 100 tour operators from 33 countries that explored Iran’s attractions and connected with local counterparts.
“Tourism is a bridge for peace and mutual understanding between nations,” he said. “Tour operators can play an important role in conveying authentic Iran, a country filled with beauty, safety and warm hospitality.”
He noted that tourism promotes direct connections between people and culture. This is the goal that innovative and creative tourism initiatives should aim to achieve.
Mohseni-Bandpey highlights Iran’s strong position in global tourism potential, saying it is among the top ten countries in the world in terms of natural and cultural resources. Iran boasts 28 tangible and 26 intangible cultural heritage registered with UNESCO, making it an increasingly attractive destination for international visitors.
Last year, Iran welcomed 7.4 million foreign tourists, and the government is aiming to double that figure to 15 million over the next four years under the 7th National Development Plan, authorities said.
“To support this goal, more than 2,500 tourism projects are underway across the country, including the construction of 500 new hotels.”
He hoped that the “current B2B conference” between international tour operators and Iranian tour operators would bring about a bilateral agreement and stronger tourism ties.
The Deputy Minister also expressed his sadness to the families of those who lost their lives in the recent incident at Shahid Rajaye Port in Hormozgan, congratulated Iranian girls and women to the people of the nation, highlighting the important role women play in moving forward with the tourism sector and the wider economy.
According to organizers, tour operators were invited by countries such as Vietnam, Thailand, Thailand, India, Tajikistan, Armenia, Turkey, Uganda, Mauritius, Bosnia, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain, Netherlands, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh, Uzbekistan, South Africa, Pakistan, Bulgaria, Tarkon, Tarkon, Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Bangladesh and Uzbekistan. Slovakia, Azerbaijan, Iraq, Afghanistan, Italy, Germany, UK, Tunisia, Kyrgyzstan, Russia, France, Brunei.
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