As Iran stands on the cusp of forming its new cabinet, journalists and experts are urgently calling for the selection of a highly capable and adept minister to lead the Ministry of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts. The essence of their statement, which was written to the Iranian president-elect Masoud Pezeshkian, conveys a bold message that this ministry, crucial for preserving Iran’s immense cultural heritage and promoting its tourism potential, requires a leader who is not only skilled in management but also skillful at fostering dialogue and collaboration. It recommends that “an ideal candidate must possess deep expertise and analytical skills” to ensure that he/she can effectively address the existing challenges and opportunities within each sector.
“The [new] minister should possess strong negotiation skills with other government bodies and all stakeholders in these triple areas...
This will enable the ministry to restore and rebuild its human resources and specialized workforce, increase its [annual] budget, and avoid appointing unqualified directors to key positions,” part of the statement reads. Here is a brief of points, priorities, and challenges that the future minister will face: There are numerous gaps in the conservation and restoration of historical sites. The new minister must address these deficiencies with practical, well-funded strategies to ensure the preservation of Iran’s invaluable cultural heritage.
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