Iranian, Armenian officials discuss ties
Political Desk
On Line: 15 December 2013 17:28
In Print: Monday 16 December 2013
TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif held a meeting
with Armenian Deputy Foreign Minister Shavarsh Kocharyan in Tehran on
Sunday.
During the meeting, Zarif described the relationship between the two
countries as `friendly’, saying, `The new Iranian administration puts
special emphasis on the expansion of relations with the neighbors.’
There is no obstacle in the way of the enhancement of cooperation
between the two countries, the Iranian foreign minister said.
`The continuation of mutual visits and follow-ups by the two
countries’ officials will have a great role in the process of the
expansion of ties.’
Kocharyan, for his part, expressed hope that relations between the two
countries would be further strengthened.
He also stated that Armenia supports the recent historic nuclear deal
reached between Iran and world powers, according to which Tehran will
offer some concessions in exchange for limited relief from the
sanctions imposed on the country.
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