Iranology, Persian language room opens at Kyrgyz Nat’l University
A room dedicated to Iranology and Persian language was inaugurated at the Kyrgyz National University on Friday, coinciding with the commemoration of the Persian poet Hafez.
The room named after the Persian poet Yusuf Balasaguni, was established in collaboration with the Institute of History and Regional Studies at the university and the Saadi Foundation, Mehr News Agency wrote.
Abuzar Toghani, Iran’s Cultural Attaché in Kyrgyzstan, expressed his delight at the opening of the room, saying that understanding a nation’s culture requires knowledge of its language. “To know a nation, you need to know its culture, and to know its culture, you need to know its language,” he said.
Toghani emphasized the importance of strengthening cultural ties between Iran and Kyrgyzstan, citing the two nations’ centuries-long shared history and cultural heritage. “Unfortunately, our knowledge of each other has decreased over time. Our current task is to develop and strengthen cultural relations to bring our nations closer together,” he added.
The room’s renovation and equipment were made possible through the support of the Saadi Foundation and the Institute of History and Regional Studies.
Malahat Mamedova, a veteran professor of Persian language and director of the Iranian Studies Center, will teach Persian language classes, while Iranian professor Zoleikha Saghafi, who teaches at the Bishkek State University, will also join the faculty soon.
The room, which was renovated and equipped with the support of the Saadi Foundation, will offer Persian language classes and Iran studies programs.