Rouhani: We should spare no effort to connect Persian Gulf to Black SeaJanuary 26, 2016 - 13:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Iran and Armenia, as Muslim and Christian nations, act as emblems and symbols of good relations in the world, Iran’s President said, according to Mehr news agency. During a telephone conversation with the Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan, Hassan Rouhani assured the former that “close relations between the two countries despite having different religions can serve as a perfect example for the world.” Rouhani expressed determination to bolster cooperation between the two countries stressing that the decisions of joint economic commission must be up and running. “The Islamic Republic of Iran and Armenia are required to exploit all available capacities for reinvigorating bilateral relations,” he added. “In the post-sanction era, the path to increased economic collaboration has become clear,” noted Iran’s President adding that “we need to spare no effort in connecting the Persian Gulf to the Black Sea.” President Sargsyan, in turn, expressed Armenia’s willingness to expand cooperation with Iran in all areas of interest urging acceleration of the process in the new era. Related links: Top stories Azerbaijani President Ilham Aliyev arrived in Moscow on April 22 to hold talks with Russian counterpart Vladimir Putin. Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". Partner news | Power of One Dram sums up two-year program with Teach for Armenia Idram Junior also joined the companies during the visit, bringing with it a fascinating intellectual game for children Moscow slams EU mission in Armenia for “provocative activity” The EU mission is doing more and more against Armenia’s neighbors Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran, Mikhail Galuzin said. Yerevan Mayor to travel to Paris on May 15-19 The official delegation headed by Yerevan Mayor Tigran Avinyan will travel to Paris from May 15 to 19. Armenia, India hold first defense consultations The meeting was attended by Indian Ambassador Nilakshi Saha Sinha and Defense Attaché Brigadier General Naveen Nijhawan. |