Kuwait Times

Iran seeks to strengthen relations with neighbors: Envoy

- By Nawara Fattahova

KUWAIT: The priority of Iranian foreign policy is to strengthen relations with neighborin­g countries. “We believe regional countries are able to achieve security and stability through cooperatio­n without the need for foreign forces, as security cannot be imported from abroad. We call on the region’s countries to ensure its prosperity, and any conflict can be resolved peacefully,” said Ambassador of Iran to Kuwait Mohammad Irani during a reception held by the Iranian Embassy on Tuesday to celebrate its National Day and the 40th anniversar­y of the Islamic Revolution.

The security and stability of Iran is connected to the security of the region. “The prosperity of any neighborin­g country - especially Kuwait - is connected to the prosperity of Iran, as it is an important part of this area. For this reason, we are fighting terrorism in Syria and Iraq, and many of our soldiers have died in this war against terrorism. We also collaborat­e with neighborin­g countries to fight this phenomenon,” he added.

Bilateral relations between Kuwait and Iran go back many centuries. “We have strong historical, social and geographic relations with Kuwait, and they are getting stronger, especially due to the wise leadership of His Highness the Amir Sheikh Sabah Al-Ahmad Al-Jaber Al-Sabah,” Irani said.

“After 40 years, Iran is still challengin­g the circumstan­ces and the embargo. Iran is considered a developed country in many scientific fields including technology, nuclear energy, space sciences and especially medicine. Today, Iran produces over 90 percent of the medicine to meet local demand. In addition, we produce petrochemi­cal and aluminum products, vehicles, building materials and large ships. Our economy has become very developed on the internatio­nal level,” concluded Irani.

 ?? — Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat ?? KUWAIT: Ambassador of Iran to Kuwait Mohammad Irani (left) cuts the cake during a ceremony held to celebrate his country’s national day.
— Photos by Yasser Al-Zayyat KUWAIT: Ambassador of Iran to Kuwait Mohammad Irani (left) cuts the cake during a ceremony held to celebrate his country’s national day.
 ??  ?? Ambassador of Iran to Kuwait Mohammad Irani and officials tour a gallery held as part of the event.
Ambassador of Iran to Kuwait Mohammad Irani and officials tour a gallery held as part of the event.

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