Velayat University Embarks on a New Path of Scientific and Cultural Diplomacy
Through the efforts of the Office of International Relations at Velayat University of Iranshahr, the university has signed its first cooperation agreement with the Office of the Supreme Leader for Iranian Students Abroad — Asia and Oceania Representation. This milestone marks a turning point in the history of Velayat University and the beginning of a new chapter in scientific and cultural exchanges between domestic universities and Iranian elites living abroad.
This agreement connects Velayat University to an active network of Iranian alumni and professors across Asian countries and the Oceania region — a network that, for years, has provided a platform for knowledge and experience exchange through annual conferences and specialized meetings. With its formal entry into this arena, Velayat University has secured a new position on the scientific and cultural map of the nation.
Dr. Hossein Piri, President of Velayat University of Iranshahr, emphasized the importance of this collaboration during the signing ceremony:
“This agreement is a unique opportunity for Velayat University to benefit from the knowledge and experience of Iranian elites abroad and to strengthen its scientific and cultural standing in southeastern Iran. We hope this cooperation will lead to specialized meetings, joint workshops, and international conferences, turning Velayat University into a bridge between Iran and the countries of Asia and Oceania.”
Hojjatoleslam Mohammad Ali Nezamzadeh, representative of the Office of the Supreme Leader for Iranian Students Abroad, also highlighted the significance of this partnership:
“This agreement reflects our firm commitment to strengthening the ties between Iranian elites abroad and domestic universities. With its academic and geographical capacities, Velayat University can play a vital role in advancing scientific and cultural diplomacy, and we will fully support this path.”
The signing of this agreement opens new horizons for Velayat University: from facilitating connections with Iranian alumni and professors abroad, to designing and implementing joint educational and research programs, showcasing the university’s capabilities in international academic networks, and leveraging Iranshahr’s geographical position to expand regional cooperation. This collaboration positions Velayat University as a launchpad for more active participation in global scientific and cultural arenas, heralding a bright future for Iran’s academic engagement with its diaspora elites.
