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EU Begins Cooperation with Iran’s Centre for Nuclear Safety System

The first training course on nuclear safety system has been held at Iran’s Centre for Nuclear Safety within the framework of a fresh round of Tehran’s cooperation with the European Union.

Iran, Serbia Discuss Expansion of Consular Ties

Iranian and Serbian officials have called for promotion of consular cooperation during the first meeting of their Joint Consular Commission held in Tehran.

Tehran Chamber of Commerce Opens Office in London

An office of the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA) was launched in the British capital of London to facilitate the attraction of foreign investment in the Islamic Republic.

Iran to Mark 75th Anniversary of Hosting Polish WWII Refugees

Iran is set to hold a number of events to mark the 75th anniversary of hosting the Polish who took refuge in the central Iranian city of Isfahan during the World War II.

‘West Adopting Double Standards on Similar Independence Referendums’

Western countries in recent days have adopted double-standard policies on two similar secession plebiscites held in two parts of the world one week apart.

Iran Condemns Terrorist Attacks in France, Canada

Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi has censured the terrorist attacks in Marseilles, France, and Edmonton, Canada, in which a number of people were killed and injured.

Iran Ready to Work with Europe in Anti-Narcotics Operations

Head of Iran’s Drug Enforcement Police has called for further expansion of cooperation between Iran and the European countries in fight against drug smugglers.

Iran, Cyprus Call for Expansion of Bilateral Ties

Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Morteza Sarmadi has held talks with Michalis Sofocleous, the director of Cypriot President’s office.

Paris to Host Art Festival of Persian-Speaking Population

An Iranian woman has been picked up as the director of first round of Art Festival of Persian-speaking population in Paris slated for January 2018.

Merkel, Both Winner and Loser of German Elections

Several Iranian daily newspapers, including the conservative paper Javan, on Tuesday covered the German elections as their most important topic and analyzed Angela Merkel’s victory.

Merkel Wins 4th Term as Far-Right Surges in German Elections

Incumbent German Chancellor Angela Merkel has won a fourth term in office after her centre right CDU/CSU won a projected 33% of the vote in federal elections.

Iran FM Holds Talks with French, German Counterparts

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has held talks with his French and German counterparts on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.

Iran President, UK PM Call for Expansion of Bilateral Ties

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani says his country is ready to expand ties with London in all fields.

Mogherini Reiterates EU’s Support for Iran Nuclear Deal

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and EU Foreign Policy Chief Federica Mogherini have discussed issues of mutual interests, particularly the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, in a meeting in New York.

Britain Inks €500m Deal to Build Solar Farm in Central Iran

UK renewables investor Quercus has signed a deal worth over half a billion euros to build and operate a 600-megawatt (MW) solar farm in Iran, the company said on Wednesday.

Iran a Stabilizing Force in Middle East: Diplomat

A top Iranian diplomat says Iran’s foreign policy, defence diplomacy and influential dialogue strategy have contributed to regional stability.

Iran President Holds Talks with UN Chief, French President

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Monday held separate meetings with a number of world leaders including his French counterpart and the UN Secretary-General on the sidelines of the UN General Assembly in New York.

Iranian, Swiss FMs Hold Talks in New York

Iran's Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and his Swiss counterpart Didier Burkhalter have held a meeting in the US city of New York on Monday.

Iran President Calls on Europe to Press US for Nuclear Deal Commitment

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani called on the European Union to remain fully committed to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) and also compel the US to live up to its commitments under the nuclear agreement by sending a “decisive message.”

Iran’s IKCO, Mercedes Benz to Establish Joint Venture

Iran’s largest car manufacturer, Iran Khodro Industrial Group (IKCO), and Germany’s giant car manufacture Mercedes Benz have signed a contract to establish a joint venture for selling new products and offering after-sale services in Iran.

“Europe Seeking Own Interests When Cosying Up to Iran or US”

A political analyst believes Europe only has its interests in mind when approaching Iran or the US, and if Tehran fails to live up to its JCPOA commitments, the EU will change its behaviour.

Iranian Artist Returns Italian Prize in Protest against Humiliation

An Iranian artist has rejected a prestigious Italian award in protest against the humiliating behaviour of the Italian embassy in issuing visa for Iranian applicants.

British Parliamentary Delegation to Visit Tehran

A parliamentary delegation from the United Kingdom is set to visit Tehran in the near future, said Head of Iran-UK Parliamentary Friendship Group Alireza Rahimi.

France Using Iranian Saffron to Produce Herbal Medicines

An Iranian MP says France has managed to develop value-added products using Iran’s saffron by processing the crop into antidepressants and herbal medicines.

Serbia Agrees to Cancel Visa Regime for Iranian Citizens

The Serbian government has agreed to promote bilateral relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran with the abolition of visa requirements for Iranian citizens.

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