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Iran-South Korea relations; a bridge that stands firm even in toughest days’
TEHRAN- Iran and South Korea have maintained economic and diplomatic ties for decades, navigating sanctions, geopolitical shifts, and regional turbulence. In an interview with Tehran Times, Pooya Firoozi, First Vice Chairman of the Iran-South Korea Chamber of Commerce, discusses how the joint chamber is working to preserve this vital bridge during the current circumstances—not by waiting for conditions to improve, but by actively preparing Iran for the future opportunities. From transferring South Korea's development know-how and publishing specialized reports to identifying new industrial capacities and fostering provincial partnerships, Firoozi outlines a forward-looking strategy that goes beyond humanitarian projects and aims… -
By Pooya Firoozi & Morteza Soltanpour Abyaneh Rebuilding Hope from War: South Korea's Heritage Strategy Offers Iran Key Lessons
Examining South Korea's approach to managing cultural heritage and reconstructing historical identity may offer a lesson for all those who have faced this predicament. This document is published as a strategic report by the Iran-South Korea Joint Chamber of Commerce, aiming to optimize and learn from this country's successful experience in overcoming the effects of war. Rebuilding cultural heritage means clinging to history to restore the collective self-confidence of a society and holding onto a single unifying thread for social cohesion, despite all the ethnic, cultural, linguistic, and even religious diversity within a society. In the Korean War (1950–1953), at… -
Tehran Could Learn From Seoul’s Plan to Turn Culture Into an Economic Engine
As South Korea unveils an ambitious blueprint to transform its cultural sector into a primary economic driver, policymakers in Iran may find valuable lessons in their Asian counterpart's strategy. In a recent policy briefing to President Lee Jae Myung, South Korea's Ministry of Culture, Sports, and Tourism outlined plans to attract 40 million annual foreign visitors, up from 23 million expected this year. The vision, framed as "revitalizing regions and expanding into the world with K-culture, sports, and tourism," offers compelling parallels for Iran, a nation rich in heritage but struggling to fully capitalize on its cultural assets. Learning From… -
A blueprint for future: Revisiting South Korea’s architectural legacy in Iran
TEHRAN- When we speak of Iran-South Korea relations today, the conversation often centers on trade volumes, petrochemicals, or technology transfers. However, as a recent and insightful report by the Iran-South Korea Joint Chamber of Commerce reminds us, the foundation of this partnership is far deeper and more inspiring than many realize. It is a story not just of commerce, but of shared vision, architectural excellence, and cross-cultural engineering—one that holds valuable lessons for our shared future. In a detailed review, the Chamber highlights a remarkable yet lesser-known chapter of our history: the involvement of South Korea’s prestigious SPACE Group in… -
Iran, South Korea to Boost Building Industry Cooperation at Tehran International Exhibition
The International Exhibition of Building and Construction, scheduled for August 18–21 at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds, is set to become a key milestone in expanding technological ties between Iran and South Korea, with a special focus on building industrialization and modern construction methods. According to Mojtaba Mahallati, Deputy for Support and Planning of the Iran Cooperative Chamber, active negotiations are currently underway with South Korean counterparts to enhance technical cooperation. He noted that the presence of South Korean companies at the exhibition could play a significant role in boosting Iran's export capabilities and facilitating broader commercial exchanges between the…
