**Signing of Memorandum of Understanding on Cooperation Between  Office of Deputy Custodian for International Affairs of Astan Quds Razavi and the International Foundation for Razavi Art and Culture**

According to Astan News, this MoU was signed on November 3, 2026 (Aban 13, 1405) by Hojatoleslam wal-Moslemin Dr. Mostafa Faqih Esfandiari, Deputy Custodian for International Affairs of Astan Quds Razavi, and Farshid Fallah Allah-Zari, Managing Director of the International Foundation for Razavi Art and Culture, aiming to create synergy among capacities, utilize mutual capabilities, and establish a framework for designing and implementing joint international programs and projects.

This cooperation is going to promot Razavi culture inspired by the conduct and teachings of Imam Reza (AS) on the international stage, strengthen the cultural and spiritual ties with Astan Quds Razavi, and enhance the role of both entities in national and transnational arenas.

Based on the provisions of this memorandum, the two parties will cooperate in areas such as promoting the pilgrimage culture and facilitating international pilgrimage, identifying and honoring developers of prominent Razavi works abroad, producing, translating, and distributing cultural and artistic content utilizing modern technologies, as well as developing and presenting works related to Razavi culture and teachings.

**Commitments of the Office of Deputy Custodian for International Affairs of Astan Quds Razavi**

According to this MoU, the Office of Deputy Custodian for International Affairs of Astan Quds Razavi, within the framework of its missions and capacities, will pursue cooperation in facilitating pilgrimage, establishing and strengthening relations with academic, research, cultural, Quranic, endowment, and charitable centers worldwide, particularly in Islamic countries.

Cooperation in inviting and hosting international elites, thinkers, and scientific and cultural figures, exchanging information and experiences in scientific, research, cultural, and pilgrimage fields, strengthening the cultural and spiritual bonds of foreign audiences with Astan Quds Razavi, and participating in drafting and executing international scientific and research dialogue projects with different religions will also be among the focal points of cooperation for this office.

Cooperation in identifying international opportunities, holding joint events, participating in the production of content required for the comprehensive international Imam Reza (AS) portal, and supporting cultural and artistic programs abroad are among the other anticipated areas of this agreement.

**Commitments of the International Foundation for Razavi Art and Culture**

Within the framework of this MoU, the International Foundation for Razavi Art and Culture will also share, for the joint cooperation, its specialized capacities and experiences in the field of producing and promoting cultural and artistic works related to Razavi culture.

Cooperation in identifying and honoring developers of prominent Razavi works abroad, producing, enhancing, translating, and distributing content tailored to the needs of international audiences, collaborating in determining the host countries for the international Imam Reza (AS) festivals, and preparing the content required for the comprehensive international Imam Reza (AS) portal are among the foundation's attempts in this memorandum.

Furthermore, designing and executing cultural and artistic programs with an international approach, cooperating in holding scientific and cultural sessions and symposia on the subject of Imam Reza (AS) and Razavi cultureparticularly during the Keramat Days and the final ten days of Safarand utilizing international capacities for a broader introduction of Razavi works and teachings will be other areas of cooperation for this foundation.

**Establishment of a Joint Committee to Pursue and Implement Agreements**

In the executive section of this memorandum, it has been stipulated that a joint committee comprising plenipotentiary representatives of both parties shall be established for a period of two years to provide the groundwork for coordination, planning, supervision, and evaluation of joint activities while holding specialized meetings.

Based on the agreement, the implementation of joint plans and projects will be carried out through the conclusion of separate contracts, wherein each contract will specify the responsibilities of each party in implementation, the method of funding, and how to utilize the results. Additionally, the joint committee is obligated to submit a performance report and the progress rate of activities to both entities every six months.

This memorandum will remain valid for five years and has been formulated with an emphasis on the principle of mutual benefits and respect for the independence of both entities. Moreover, its conclusion does not independently create financial obligations for the parties, and any expenditure or financial obligation entails written agreement and the conclusion of an independent contract.

The signing of this MoU can be regarded as a step toward creating synergy between the specialized and international capacities of both entities to develop Razavi cultural diplomacy, introduce the teachings of the Ahl al-Bayt (AS) globally, and deepen the spiritual connection of devotees and lovers of Imam Reza (AS) around the world.