Memorandum of Understanding Signed between The Iranian National Commission for UNESCO and Kerman Governorate
A Memorandum of Understanding between The Iranian National Commission for UNESCO and Kerman Governorate was signed by Dr. Hassan Fartousi, Secretary-General of The Iranian National Commission for UNESCO, and Dr. Mohammad Ali Talebi, Governor of Kerman, with the aim of developing joint cooperation and leveraging the province’s capacities within the framework of UNESCO’s programs and networks.
During the meeting, held on October 5, 2026, at the office of the Secretary-General of The Iranian National Commission for UNESCO, the province’s cultural, historical, scientific, educational, environmental, and natural capacities were reviewed, along with opportunities to strengthen Kerman’s presence in UNESCO’s programs and networks.
Dr. Mohammad Ali Talebi, Governor of Kerman, highlighted the province’s diverse cultural and historical capacities and underscored the importance of strategically leveraging UNESCO’s resources and networks to promote Kerman at the national and international levels and strengthen cultural, scientific, and educational cooperation.
Dr. Hassan Fartousi, Secretary-General of The Iranian National Commission for UNESCO, also highlighted Kerman Province’s extensive potential and emphasized the importance of identifying and pursuing eligible nominations for inscription on UNESCO’s international lists, expanding Kerman’s participation in UNESCO networks and programs, organizing national and international events, and promoting and honoring the province’s prominent cultural and historical figures.
During the meeting, discussions also addressed a range of topics, including the cultural and historical potential associated with the Solomon’s Throne site, the Shah Nematollah Vali Complex and its mosque in Mahan, the “City of Shahnameh” initiative, the development of international events, leveraging the potential of the province’s sites and heritage inscribed on UNESCO’s lists, and identifying new opportunities for participation in UNESCO programs.
The establishment of a coordination office of The Iranian National Commission for UNESCO in Kerman Province, based in the city of Kerman, was another point of agreement between the two parties. It was agreed that joint cooperation would be pursued and implemented in accordance with a roadmap extending through 2029.
