On August 18, 2025, an international protocol training workshop was held with the participation of Mr. Amir Amouzadeh, Protocol Affairs Expert at the International Affairs Department of Tehran Municipality.During the session, trainees were introduced to procedures for receiving and seeing off foreign delegations, principles of hospitality, and professional etiquette in the field. Topics such as […]
The candidacy process of our local leaders for their election to the 2026–2029 term AMF governing bodies has officially begun. The elections are scheduled to take place during the AMF General Assembly 2025, to be held in Tehran on November 2025. We call on all Asian mayors to step forward and take part at shaping the sustainable […]
We are excited to announce opening of the nomination for the AMF Asian Capitals of 2026 initiative, an award designed to recognize and honor cities across Asia that lead the way in three key areas: Culture, Environment, and Tourism. Following our successful initiative in 2025 to name three cities of Tabriz (Iran) and Antalya (Türkiye) […]
AMF Secretary General Hamidreza Gholamzadeh has hosted H.E. Mr. Asad Majeed Khan, esteemed Secretary-General of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), and his accompanying delegation today, July 22.The main focus of the meeting was the development of joint cooperation with an emphasis on the economic growth and prosperity of cities. Both sides stressed the importance of […]
AMF Secretary General has hosted the honorable Mayor of Khoy, Mr. Hassan Nasrollahpour, and the Chairman of the Islamic City Council, Mr. Sajad Chehreh-Ara, on July 13. In this meeting, Mr. Hamidreza Gholamzadeh, introduced the organization and emphasized its domestic and international cooperation potential. Key topics discussed included Khoy’s membership in the Forum, collaboration and […]
The Asian Mayors Forum congratulates the Mayor and esteemed citizens of member city of Khorramabad on the inscription of the Prehistoric Valley of Khorramabad as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The global recognition of this historical site presents an opportunity to further develop and promote the attractions and capacities of this city, especially in its […]
AMF has officially launched its 8th Internship Program at its headquarters, welcoming a new cohort of dynamic young professionals eager to contribute to urban diplomacy and development. The opening ceremony featured remarks by AMF Secretary General Hamidreza Gholamzadeh and Dr. Hassan Fartousi, Secretary General of the Iranian National Commission for UNESCO. Both emphasized the importance […]
With the efforts of the Asian Mayors Forum, the Iranian member city if Urmia has signed sister city agreement with Turkish city of Şanlıurfa.The agreement was signed during an online meeting between the mayors of the two cities, aiming to strengthen cultural, economic, tourism, and agricultural ties, as well as to expand bilateral cooperation in […]
AMF Secretary General has condemned the Israeli aggression against the Iranian cities, urging decisive action. In his statement, Mr. Hamidreza Gholamzadeh denounced use of force, targeting civilians and infrastructure and violating the international law by the Israeli regime. He reaffirmed that AMF is committed to promoting peace and justice and stands in solidarity with Tehran […]
AMF Secretary-General has met with Chairwoman of Youth Diplomacy Academy from Russia. The meeting held at the Secretariat of the Asian Mayors Forum, Hamidreza Gholamzadeh and Dilbar Sadikova reviewed current joint activities and projects and discussed ways to expand their cooperation.The Asian Mayors Forum and the Youth Diplomacy Academy signed a cooperation agreement in 2024. […]
The Deputy Secretary-General of the Asian Mayors Forum has held a cordial meeting with a delegation from the Municipality of Dushanbe. During the meeting, Najmeh Khatami and Ms. Dilbar Adilzoda, Deputy Mayor of Dushanbe, discussed ongoing collaborations between the Forum and the capital of Tajikistan, as well as future plans for expanding relations and launching […]
AMF Secretary General has met with Deputy Mayor of Dushanbe. In a meeting held on the sidelines of the “Kermanshah, Cultural Capital of Asia” festival in the western Iranian city, Hamidreza Gholamzadeh and Ms. Dilbar Odizoda discussed expanding cooperation between the Forum and Dushanbe, which currently holds the rotating presidency of the organization. One of […]
AMF Secretary General has emphasized the importance of culture in advancing urban diplomacy and international cooperation during the opening ceremony of the “Kermanshah, Cultural Capital of Asian Cities” festival. Hamidreza Gholamzadeh, speaking at the event held in Kermanshah with the participation of Iranian officials and international guests from 10 countries, highlighted the role of municipalities […]
AMF Deputy Secretary General has participated as a keynote speaker in the “BRICS+ Women” session held on the sidelines of the first General Assembly of the BRICS+ Association of Cities and Municipalities in Maricá, Brazil. In her remarks, Ms. Khatami emphasized the crucial role of women in shaping inclusive local and global governance and highlighted […]
Delegates from the cities of Shiraz and Isfahan took part in a thematic session on Architecture and Urban Development, held during the first General Assembly of the BRICS+ Association of Cities and Municipalities. Mayor of Isfahan Mr. Ali Ghasemzadeh and Deputy Mayor of Shiraz Mr. Arash Farajzadeh, shared insights from their cities on challenges and […]
Qazvin and the Gorodetsky District of Russia have signed a sister-city agreement on the sidelines of the first General Assembly of the “BRICS+ Association of Cities and Municipalities.” The agreement was signed by the Mayor of Qazvin Mr. Mehdi Sabbaghi and the head of the local government of Gorodetsky, Alexander Yurievich Mudrov. The agreement is […]
AMF delegates have participated in a specialized panel on sustainability and ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles, held on the sidelines of the inaugural General Assembly of BRICS+ Cities and Municipalities in Brazil.The session featured the Mayor of Tehran as the keynote speaker, with the mayors of Rasht, Qazvin, and Arak also delivering presentations on […]
AMF SG has moderated a specialized youth session during the General Assembly of the BRICS+ Association of Cities and Municipalities in Brazil’s Maricá.The session, attended by senior urban officials from BRICS member countries, aimed to explore the role of the younger generation in addressing major global challenges. It focused on key topics such as sustainable […]
Mayors of several AMF members from Iran have held a meeting with municipal officials from India. Organized on the sidelines of the 1st General Assembly of BRICS+ Association of Cities and Municipalities in Brazil’s Maricá, the meeting brought together mayors of Isfahan, Rasht, Qazvin and Arak with urban leaders from Indian cities of Jaipur and […]
A delegation from AMF has attended the General Assembly of the BRICS+ Association of Cities and Municipalities in Brazil’s Maricá. Headed by AMF Secretary General Hamidreza Gholamzadeh, the delegation, including mayors of the Iranian cities of Isfahan, Rasht, Qazvin, Arak and Deputy Mayor of Shiraz, took part in the event, addressing different panels and holding […]