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Iranian Traditional Music Featured on Sri Lanka’s National Radio
On 29 July 2026, Iranian researcher and traditional musician Ali Reza Shahini spoke with Sri Lanka's national radio and television network about the distinctive features of Iranian traditional music and the musical and cultural connections between Iran and Sri Lanka. He highlighted his comparative research on the Iranian daf and Sri Lanka's rabana, focusing on their technical, performative, and cultural similarities. The programme provided an opportunity to introduce aspects of Iran's musical heritage to Sri Lankan audiences and to highlight the potential of comparative music research for strengthening cultural and artistic exchanges between the two countries
Commemorative Ceremony Held at Ehsaniya Islamic College in Sri Lanka in Honour of the Martyred Leader of the Ummah, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei
On 27 July 2026, a commemorative ceremony was held at Ehsaniya Islamic College in Sri Lanka in memory of the martyred leader of the Ummah, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei. The event brought together the school's administrators, teachers, and students, who paid tribute through Qur'an recitation and speeches highlighting his educational, moral, and spiritual legacy. The ceremony also reflected the longstanding friendship between the Ehsaniya Islamic community and the Islamic Republic of Iran
Cultural Counsellor of the Islamic Republic of Iran Meets with the President of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka
On 22 July 2026, the Cultural Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran met with the President of the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka to advance academic cooperation between the two countries. The meeting focused on finalising a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the University of Religions and Denominations of Iran and the Buddhist and Pali University of Sri Lanka. Both sides agreed to initiate practical academic cooperation through designated representatives while the formal approval process for the MoU is underway
Cultural Counsellor of the Islamic Republic of Iran Meets with the Director of the SAARC Cultural Centre
On 21 July 2026, the Cultural Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Sri Lanka met with the Director of the SAARC Cultural Centre to discuss avenues for regional cultural cooperation. The meeting highlighted the shared historical, cultural, and civilizational heritage of Iran and the SAARC member states and explored opportunities for joint cultural and artistic initiatives. Both sides reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cultural relations and pursuing future collaborative programmes
Cultural Counsellor of the Islamic Republic of Iran Attends the Certificate Awarding Ceremony at the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies
On 8 July 2026, the Cultural Counsellor of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran attended the certificate awarding ceremony at the Bandaranaike Centre for International Studies in Sri Lanka. The event brought together around 500 graduates and distinguished academic and diplomatic guests. Iran's cultural heritage and bilateral cultural cooperation were showcased through a special presentation, further strengthening educational and cultural ties between the two countries
Funeral Prayer in Absentia Held for the Martyred Leader of the Ummah, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei
On Sunday, 5 July 2026, a funeral prayer in absentia for the martyred leader of the Ummah, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, was held in Valaichchenai, Sri Lanka, through the coordination of the Cultural Counsellorship of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran. Following the prayer, Mawlavi Imam Othman Mohamed Mazamil highlighted the late leader's global influence, his commitment to Islamic unity, and his enduring legacy of faith, justice, resistance, and service to humanity. The ceremony reflected the deep respect of participants and reaffirmed the values and principles associated with his leadership
Report on the Calligraphy Exhibition Entitled One Must Rise
A three-day calligraphy exhibition entitled "One Must Rise" was held at the Cultural Center of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Sri Lanka from 29 June to 1 July 2026. The exhibition featured the works of Sri Lankan artist Amer Faisal, highlighting the themes of resistance, dignity, faith, and cultural identity through contemporary calligraphy
Report on the Commemoration of Tasua, Ashura, and Sham-e Ghariban of Imam Hussein (AS) at the Cultural Center of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Sri Lanka
A three-day calligraphy exhibition entitled "One Must Rise" was held at the Cultural Center of the Embassy of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Sri Lanka from 29 June to 1 July 2026. The exhibition featured the works of Sri Lankan artist Amer Faisal, highlighting the themes of resistance, dignity, faith, and cultural identity through contemporary calligraphy. The event received wide public and media attention in Sri Lanka and contributed to promoting Iranian-Islamic cultural thought through the universal language of art
Recitation of the Holy Qur’an on the National Radio of Sri Lanka
AN IRANIAN CLERIC PARTICIPATED IN A SPECIAL PROGRAM OF THE NATIONAL RADIO OF SRI LANKA AND RECITED VERSES FROM THE HOLY QUR'AN FOR SRI LANKAN AUDIENCES. THE PROGRAM INTRODUCED THE SPIRITUAL AND ARTISTIC TRADITIONS OF QUR'ANIC RECITATION IN THE ISLAMIC REPUBLIC OF IRAN AND PROMOTED ISLAMIC CULTURE AND TEACHINGS. THE EVENT WAS REGARDED AS A POSITIVE STEP TOWARD STRENGTHENING CULTURAL AND RELIGIOUS DIPLOMACY AND ENHANCING MUTUAL UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE PEOPLES OF IRAN AND SRI LANKA.