Dr. Mehrdad Shabahang, Head of the UNESCO "Silk Roads" Programmes in Paris, visited the "Silk Road" International Research Institute under the "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage.

On November 5, 2025, Dr. Mehrdad Shabahang, Head of the UNESCO "Silk Roads" Programme from UNESCO Headquarters in Paris, visited the "Silk Road" International Research Institute under the "Silk Road" International University of Tourism and Cultural Heritage.
The purpose of the visit was to discuss prospective projects aimed at studying and preserving the cultural heritage sites of the Silk Road countries.
During the meeting, Dr. Shabahang became acquainted with the Institute’s activities and the ongoing scientific research conducted by its staff.
The parties discussed possible areas of cooperation and outlined further steps for the development of partnership initiatives.