On December 27, 2024, representatives of the Armenian Hockey League Nikita Zbyshko and Natalia Kazantseva had a significant meeting with the Deputy Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Armenia, Mr. Bahram Taheri. The main topic of discussion was preparations for the IIHF Division IV Ice Hockey World Championship, which will be held in Yerevan from April 12 to 19, 2025.
Mr. Taheri expressed his readiness to provide all possible assistance in organizing the reception of the Iranian national team, which will participate in this international competition. He stressed that the successful holding of the championship is an important event for strengthening friendly ties between the two countries. In addition, Mr. Taheri noted the interest of representatives of the Iranian business community in the possibility of partnership in organizing the tournament.
The Armenian Hockey League pays special attention to creating comfortable conditions for athletes from different countries. The preparation for the championship includes careful cooperation with diplomatic missions to ensure a high level of reception for participants and to take into account all cultural and organizational features.
Mr. Taheri expressed his readiness to provide all possible assistance in organizing the reception of the Iranian national team, which will participate in this international competition. He stressed that the successful holding of the championship is an important event for strengthening friendly ties between the two countries. In addition, Mr. Taheri noted the interest of representatives of the Iranian business community in the possibility of partnership in organizing the tournament.
The Armenian Hockey League pays special attention to creating comfortable conditions for athletes from different countries. The preparation for the championship includes careful cooperation with diplomatic missions to ensure a high level of reception for participants and to take into account all cultural and organizational features.
"We strive to make all athletes who come to our country feel at home. It is important for us that the traditions of Armenian hospitality become a vivid part of the participants' memories of the championship," commented Natalia Kazantseva.
Such meetings not only help resolve organizational issues, but also open up prospects for the development of international cooperation, including sports and business partnerships.
The IIHF Division IV Ice Hockey World Championship in Yerevan will be a significant event both for Armenian sports and for strengthening international relations. The Armenian Hockey League continues to work to make this event a model of professionalism and hospitality.