Pakistani Ambassador Meets University of Tehran President

Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, the new Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan to Tehran, visited the University of Tehran on Wednesday, September 16, 2026, and met with Dr. Mohammad Hossein Omid, President of the University, to discuss ways to deepen scientific, research, and cultural relations between the two countries.

The meeting, attended by Dr. Saeid Hamzeh, Vice President for International Affairs; Dr. Ali Salami, Director General of International Relations; Dr. Mahmoud Reza Delavar, Director General of Faculty Members and International Students; and Dr. Ali Bayat, Associate Professor of Urdu, examined operational plans for expanding science diplomacy between the two neighboring countries.

University of Tehran Ready to Implement Joint MoUs
During the meeting, Dr. Mohammad-Hossein Omid welcomed Pakistan’s new ambassador and described the University of Tehran as a symbol of Iranian higher education and an internationally ranked university. Referring to the historical depth of scientific institutions in Iran, he emphasized the University’s readiness to expand joint cooperation with leading Pakistani universities and called for the swift implementation of the memoranda of understanding signed by the two sides.

Praise for Pakistan’s Regional Role and the Unbreakable Bonds Between the Two Nations
In another part of his remarks, the President of the University of Tehran recalled the deep cultural and linguistic commonalities between the two countries, described Allama Iqbal Lahori as a link between the thinkers of the two countries, and proposed holding a joint Iqbal Studies conference.
Dr. Omid also referred to Pakistan’s effective role in establishing peace during recent regional conflicts and noted: “The bond between the two nations in recent events shaped the bond between the two governments. The numerous visits by senior officials of the two countries demonstrate the importance and strategic depth of these relations. Our nation will not forget its friends and companions in these circumstances, and Iran’s view of its neighbors, especially Pakistan, has always been positive and based on strong relations.”

Steady Steps Toward Developing a Knowledge-Based Economy
Imran Ahmed Siddiqui, Pakistan’s Ambassador to Tehran, expressed pleasure at visiting the University of Tehran and emphasized his country’s interest in expanding scientific, technological, and economic activities with a knowledge-based approach.
Stating that firm steps must be taken toward implementing the agreements, he added: “Iran’s top universities, especially the University of Tehran, are at the center of our attention. We seek the exchange of faculty members and students, the holding of joint meetings, and the development of studies in the fields of developing countries’ economies, international relations, technology, and engineering.”

Introducing the University of Tehran’s Global Capacities
Later in the meeting, Dr. Saeed Hamzeh, Vice President for International Affairs of the University of Tehran, reported on the University’s position in global rankings, its membership in reputable international associations, and the number of its faculties. Emphasizing the importance of the Urdu language, he asked Pakistan’s ambassador to facilitate the University of Tehran’s academic and educational communication with Pakistan’s top universities.

Outcomes of the Meeting and Executive Agreements
The meeting concluded with agreement on several executive programs as priorities for cooperation. The most important decisions of the meeting were:

• Opening an “Iqbal Studies” room at the University of Tehran and planning a joint conference;
• Holding an exhibition of Pakistani artworks and handicrafts;
• Facilitating the exchange of faculty members and students and granting scholarships;
• Launching a joint think tank, online training courses, and scientific events in cooperation with the Science Foundation of the two countries.

At the end of the meeting, Pakistan’s ambassador said that during his mission he would make every effort to facilitate scientific relations and expand joint activities.
The meeting ended with the exchange of commemorative gifts and expressions of hope for direct and continuous contacts between the universities of the two countries.