The ceremony was attended by the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran and a number of Embassy staff members, and featured brief remarks by the Ambassador. In his remarks, he underscored the significance of the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran as a symbol of national identity, unity, dignity, and independence. At the conclusion of the ceremony, the flag of the Islamic Republic of Iran was ceremonially raised. The participants marked National Flag Day by reaffirming the importance of preserving the country’s national symbols and values, as well as maintaining national solidarity and cohesion.