President Honors IRNA's 90th Anniversary with Special Visit to Celebrated News Organization

President Honors IRNA’s 90th Anniversary with Special Visit to Celebrated News Organization

In a significant event marking the 90th anniversary of the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA), President Masoud Pezeshkian visited the agency’s headquarters in Tehran. This visit highlights the importance of media in shaping public discourse and celebrating milestones in journalism.

On Saturday, President Pezeshkian was accompanied by several notable figures, including:

  • Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance, Abbas Salehi
  • Director of Government Information Council, Elias Hazrati
  • Hazrati’s deputy, Mehdi Tabatabai
  • Political Deputy of the Presidential Office, Mehdi Sanayi
  • Presidential aide, Yousef Pezeshkian

The delegation was warmly welcomed by IRNA’s CEO, Hossein Jaberi-Ansari, and Deputy for News, Javad Daliri. They engaged in discussions with directors-general, managers, and chief editors from various services of the news organization.

During his visit, President Pezeshkian toured IRNA’s newsroom, gaining insights into the process of how news reports are prepared. This hands-on experience underscores the vital role that news agencies play in informing the public.

In a ceremonial moment, the president unveiled IRNA’s 90th anniversary stamp and a book documenting the oral history of the organization. This celebration not only honors the agency’s legacy but also emphasizes its ongoing commitment to quality journalism.

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