Diplomat: Tehran tourism exhibition unprecedented

In an exclusive interview with IRNA, Whitehead said the exhibition is very rich in terms of culture, civilization as well as tourism attractions.

Iran is now regarded as the safest country in the region and its amicable ties with others is source of pride, he said.

He called for expansion of economic cooperation, promotion of joint investments between state-run organizations and private sectors in tourism.

The exhibition could be good source of income for the Islamic Republic of Iran and will create suitable job opportunities as well as cultural affinity for participating countries, he said.

Holding such cultural events help promote cultural and economic relations mainly between the Islamic Republic of Iran and South Africa, he said.
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