Held at CentralWorld’s sixth floor, the event featured film screenings, calligraphy and miniature painting workshops, a crafts and lifestyle exhibition, and a cultural tour, all culminating in the launch of a dedicated section of Iranian books aimed at Thai readers.

Organizers said the shelf was designed to promote “cross-cultural dialogue” and deepen mutual understanding through literature, history, and the arts.

The collection includes classic and contemporary Persian poetry, historical studies, and cultural texts.

Many volumes are paired with Thai or English translations to broaden access for non-Persian speakers. The books are now available to the public through TK Park’s lending system.

The shelf stands in the library’s “World Cultures” section and has been decorated with Iranian visual motifs and symbols. It is intended as a long-term cultural foothold, unlike previous temporary showcases, and signals a more sustained Iranian presence in Thailand’s public cultural scene.

Iran’s cultural attaché in Bangkok called the initiative a “strategic investment” in soft diplomacy. “This isn’t just a display — it’s a lasting bridge between the two peoples,” he said during the unveiling.

TK Park, or Thailand Knowledge Park, is a public library and cultural center under the Thai Ministry of Culture. The new Iranian section is expected to serve students, researchers, and readers interested in Asian civilizations.