Iran, South Africa Call for Promotion of Bilateral Ties

Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif and South African Deputy Foreign Minister in a Monday meeting in Tehran discussed ways to promote mutual cooperation.

During the meeting, Zarif expressed the hope that the Joint Commission for Iran-South Africa mutual cooperation would hold a meeting in an appropriate time to deepen bilateral ties between the two sides.

The Iranian top diplomat also noted that the reinforcement of Tehran-Pretoria banking cooperation can pave the way for development of bilateral ties in other fields.

Nomaindiya Mfeketo, for her part, underlined South Africa’s determination to enhance its ties with the Islamic Republic of Iran, and expressed the hope that the grounds will be prepared for South African president’s visit to Tehran.

She also noted that the two sides will focus on issues of mutual interest, including the financing of projects, as soon as the Joint Commission holds its meeting.

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