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The Malian government has recently praised the Razi Institute and the WOAH Sheep and Goat Pox Reference Laboratory housed within the institute, for their exceptional training programs. Certificates of appreciation were awarded to recognize the institutes' commitment to education and innovation in veterinary medicine.
To show diplomatic appreciation, the Government of Senegal has officially dispatched an endorsement letter to Razi Vaccine & Serum Research Institute, commending the outstanding contribution of Razi in hosting an informative training course for a delegation from Senegal on February 26 to March 3, 2024.
Mr. Morad Khan Ahmadi the representative of the "2World Traders Inc. ,managed by Mr. Abdul Razzaq Siddiq(CEO), “in Iran has called for the production of specialized anti-venom therapeutic sera by Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute for the country of the Philippines.
Minister of Industry and Trade of Niger Highlights Razi Institute's Role in Vaccine Supply at Expo 2024
Dr. Mohammad Omidi Fard the Head of the Bureau of International Agreements at the Vice -presidency for legal affairs lauded the Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute as a highly proficient organization, emphasizing that understanding Africa's needs and enhancing competitiveness are crucial elements for the Razi Institute to achieve its export objectives in trade with the continent.
On the third day of the Iran-Africa Expo, the Minister of Industry, Mine, and Trade made a visit to Razi Research Institute's booth, where vaccine and serum products were displayed for potential export.
Dr. Ali Es-haghi, Director General of Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute, highlighted the institute's focus on product export and technology transfer, particularly to African nations, at the Second International Economic Conference of Iran-Africa.
Dr. Mojtaba Khayam Nekoui, Deputy Minister of Agriculture Jahad and Head of the Agricultural Research, Education, and Extension Organization (AREEO), visited the booth of Razi Vaccine & Serum Research Institute during the 6th Iran-Africa Expo, emphasizing the need for increased exports of Razi Institute products to other countries.
Mr. Constantino Chiwenga, the Vice-President of Zimbabwe, Mr. Omar Shaaban, the Minister of Trade and Industrial Development of Zanzibar, and Ms. Latifa Khamis, the Deputy Director General of TANTRADE, visited the Razi Institute booth during the second day of Iran Expo 2024.
The sixth exhibition showcasing Iran's export capabilities commenced on Saturday May 26th at the Permanent Fairground of Tehran International Exhibitions. This event welcomed distinguished guests, including the Minister of Industry, Mining, and Trade, Seyyed Reza Fatemi Amin, along with Dr. Ali Es-haghi, the Director General of Razi Institute, and other notable officials.
Delegations from Tanzania, Ethiopia, and Algeria actively engaged in discussions with officials from Razi Vaccine and Serum Research Institute during the 6th Exhibition of Export Capabilities of the Islamic Republic of Iran. The public relations office of Razi Institute reported that on May 26th at the Tehran International Fairgrounds, African delegations expressed interest in establishing bilateral relations and fostering cooperation with Razi Institute for the utilization of medical and veterinary vaccines and products in their respective countries.
The second Iran-Africa International Summit's opening ceremony took place on April 26, featuring distinguished guests including Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi and high-ranking representatives from over 30 African countries. Notable figures from the Razi Institute, such as Dr. Ali Es-haghi, General Director, Dr. Soheila Moradi Bidhandi, Deputy Director of Research and Technology, and Dr. Rainak Ghaderi, Head of Academic Relations and International Affairs, were also in attendance, highlighting the institute's commitment to global collaboration.
The WOAH Biological Standards Commission reviewed the nomination of Dr. Mohammad Hassan Ebrahimi-jam to replace Dr Hamid Reza Varshovi as the WOAH designated expert at the WOAH Reference Laboratory for sheep and goat pox hosted by Razi Vaccine & Serum Research Institute in Karaj, Iran.
In a groundbreaking virtual meeting on Monday March, 18th, 2024, key figures from the Razi Institute and Armenian counterparts convened to delve into potential collaboration opportunities. The distinguished participants included Dr. Alireza Yoosefi, the Director of Research, Education, and Commercialization; Dr. Rainak Ghaderi, head of Academic Relations and International Affairs; Mr. Abolfazl Maarefvand, the Director of Business Management from Razi Institute, alongside Mr. Markosyan, Director of the scientific center for risk assessment and analysis in Food Safety Area and Mr. Andriasyan, head of Veterinary Department of the Ministry of Economy representing Armenia.
The Academic Relations and International Affairs office is expanding the international activities of RVSRI in Southeast Asia. On Wednesday, March 13th, 2024, an online meeting was organized with the Scientific and Technological Attaché of Iran in Southeast Asia.
Razi Institute held an online meeting with Nizwa University of Oman on Monday, March 11, 2024 to strengthen their bilateral relations. The meeting facilitated discussions between senior officials from both institutions on topics of mutual interest.
Dr. Ali Es-haghi, the Director-General of Razi Institute, elaborated on the objectives of his recent trip to Iraq, highlighting the efforts of the Razi Institute's experts in venom extraction from local snake species. Dr. Es-haghi emphasized Razi Institute's distinguished status as the oldest center in the Middle East dedicated to producing anti-venom for venomous animals like snakes and scorpions, drawing upon almost 70 years of expertise and innovation. This pioneering work has resulted in the creation of top-tier specialized antisera and anti-venoms that annually save the lives of nearly 14,000 individuals in Iran.
Dr. Es-haghi, the Director General of the Razi Research Vaccine and Serum Institute, has announced that, after successfully exporting medical products and derivatives, the Razi Institute is now laying the foundation for exporting veterinary vaccines to Iraq.
