Hangzhou:The deputy minister for Cultural Heritage of Iran held discussions with the president of the Asian Cultural Heritage Alliance (ACHA) during the alliance's fourth meeting.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the meeting took place on Saturday, October 17, on the sidelines of the ACHA's 4th meeting in Hangzhou, China. The event, held from October 15 to 17, focused on exchanging experiences among member states about preserving cultural and natural heritage.

Ali Darabi, the Iranian official, met with Rao Chuan, Chair of the ACHA Council, Vice Minister of Culture and Tourism of China, and Head of the National Cultural Heritage Administration of China. During their meeting, Rao Chuan expressed gratitude for Iran's support for his chairmanship. He also announced that the Asian Cultural Heritage Alliance has been approved by the Chinese government, elevated to an international organization, and granted legal and diplomatic standing.