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Iran, Turkey, Azerbaijan Issue Joint Statement after Trilateral Meeting

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IFP Editorial Staff
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At the conclusion of their fifth trilateral meeting, Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, Azerbaijani Foreign Minister Elmar Mammadyarov, and their Turkish counterpart Mevlut Cavusoglu expressed support for the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers, the need for unity among Muslim states, and their opposition to any segregationist move.

The full text of the statement follows:

The Ministers,

Emphasized their commitment to the Oroumiyeh, Nakhchivan, Van and Ramsar Statements adopted in the previous Trilateral Meetings of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs;

Reaffirmed commitment to further enhance solidarity and cooperation among the peoples of the three countries based on deep-rooted historical, religious and cultural commonalities and shared values that will serve to strengthen peace, stability, prosperity and cooperation in the region;

Underlined their commitment to the further expand cooperation particularly in the areas that would contribute to economic progress and sustainable development;

Emphasized their common interest to strengthen peace and stability in the region and stressed in the context their commitment to principles of international law, including in particular, respect for sovereignty, territorial integrity, and inviolability of internationally recognized borders and peaceful settlement of all disputes;

Reiterated, in this regard, the importance of the earliest resolution of Armenia-Azerbaijan Nagorno-Karabakh conflict on the basis of the above-mentioned principles;

Agreed to continue close consultations on regional and global issues of common interest at different levels and platforms and within the framework of international and regional organizations, such as United Nations, the Organization of Islamic Cooperation, the Conference on Interaction and Confidence Building Measures in Asia, and the Economic Cooperation Organization, with a view to enhancing regional and international peace, security and stability;

Welcomed the declaration and final communiqué adopted at the OIC Extraordinary Summit on 13 December 2017 in Istanbul, with regard to Al-Quds Al- Sharif;

Agreed to strengthen economic-trade cooperation, to use the existing potential for promotion of investments and trade, as well as to support promotion of cooperation by implementing of the joint projects and programs in the field of energy, transport, banking, telecommunication, industry, agriculture, tourism and environment;

Underlining the significant steps taken to increase the transit potential of the three countries situated on the international transit corridors and geographically favourably located as well as to integrate to the international transit system, stressed upon the importance of further enhancement of cooperation for implementation of the new projects for development of transport infrastructure and increase of transit potential;

Underlining the significance of participation of the three countries in large-scale international transport projects, which are strategically important for increase of the quantity and quality of the competitive transit transportation between the Asia and Europe, for socio-economic development, welcomed the launching of Baku-Tbilisi-Kars railway which creates favourable conditions to use the transit potential of the three countries on ‘Eat-West’, ‘South-West’, ‘North-South’ routes, stressed the importance to take necessary steps for earliest completion of Rasht-Astara railway;

Underlined the importance of strengthening cooperation in the field of civil aviation to reach the high potential as well as to further benefit from the geographical advantages of the three countries; Expressed their willingness to enhance commercial collaborations in the petroleum, gas and petrochemical fields;

Agreed to develop and enhance relations among the banking networks of the three countries and to share experience and information on international banking procedures as well as on combating money-laundering and financing terrorism;

Stressed the importance of continued cooperation among three countries to build and run information infrastructures in order to bridge the digital divide in the region;

Underlined the importance to cooperate within the framework of global and regional economic organizations, to attract the attention of these organizations to the priority spheres, such as trade, transport, tourism, agriculture, communication, and energy as well as to promote and support implementation of the projects in the common interest of the three countries by these institutions;

Emphasized the importance of strengthening cooperation to mitigate and prevent environmental degradation, with a view to attaining the relevant goals of 2030 sustainable development agenda adopted by the United Nations in September 2015;

Agreed to positively evaluate the candidatures of three countries in the international or regional organizations and in this vein, welcomed the candidature of Baku for hosting Word EXPO-2025 in the Republic of Azerbaijan;

Condemning all forms of intolerance and discrimination based on ethnicity, race, religion and belief and underlining the importance of nurturing tolerance, respect, dialogue and cooperation among different cultures, civilizations and peoples and emphasized the significance of the 7th Global Forum of the Alliance of Civilizations of the United Nations held in Baku, Azerbaijan, on 20-25 April 2016;

Underlined the importance to further strengthen cooperation in the fight against terrorism, separatism and violent extremism in all their forms and manifestations, transnational organized crimes and elicit trafficking in narcotic drugs and their precursors, and arms, human trafficking, crimes against cultural and historical heritage, cyber crimes, and illegal migration; took note of the UN GA Resolution A/RES/68/127 entitled ‘A Word Against Violence and Violent Extremism (WAVE)’ initiated by the Islamic Republic of Iran; Stressed their determination not to allow their territories to be used by any people or group of individuals, under any threat and activity against each other strongly condemned foreign support to separatism.
Emphasized their commitment to promote and protect human rights at the national and international level, and declared that the promotion and protection of the rights of all human begins in the world can better be achieved through cooperation and dialogue.

Underscored the significance of Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) which reflects the success of the multilateral negotiations and diplomacy; acknowledged that the successful implementation of JCPOA requires the complete fulfilment of the stipulated obligations by all the parties for allowing them to fully enjoy benefits provided in JCPOA; taking into account the Islamic Republic of Iran’s adherence to its obligations under JCPOA as confirmed by the International Atomic Energy Agency which is a part of the Resolution 2231 (2015) of the UN Security Council recalled the commitment of all the UN members to contribute the implementation of JCPOA.

Underlined the significant importance of promoting Islamic solidarity to confront challenges facing the Islamic World and stressed intension for more active and effective cooperation to strengthen Islamic fraternity, understanding and tolerance. In this respect noted the significance of the 4th Islamic Solidarity Games for promotion of Islamic culture and moral values around the world held in high level in Baku on 12-22 May 2017.

Stressed on importance to follow up of the decisions taken during the previous meetings as well as the Trilateral Sectoral Cooperation Action Plan for 2016-2018.

Reiterated the importance of holding regular meetings in the trilateral format to continue coordination and cooperation on regional and global issues agreed to hold the next meeting in Turkey.

“Iran Holds World Record for Number of Cities Famous for Handicrafts”

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Bahman Namvar Motlaq, the deputy head of Iran’s Cultural Heritage, Handicrafts and Tourism Organization (ICHTO), says the country holds the world record in terms of the number of registered cities renowned for their handicrafts.

He said five Iranian cities and one village known for their handicrafts have been registered globally, meaning Iran holds the world record in that regard, reports the Persian-language Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA).

Namvar Motlaq noted that many Iranian cities have requested to be registered globally as the global registration of handicrafts can help further develop domestic economy.

He also suggested that a think tank be established to introduce and display works of art and handicrafts.

The Iranian handicraft official made the remarks on Monday in a ceremony to celebrate the global recognition of Marivan, a city in Western Iran, as the world city of Kalash, a traditional type of shoe.

A few weeks ago, Sirjan in Kerman province was also recognized as a world city of rugs. The Kalpourgan village in the southeastern Sistan and Baluchestan Province as well as the city of Lalejin in Hamadan province are also considered world centres of pottery.

The megacities of Mashhad, Isfahan, and Tabriz had earlier been registered as global cities of gemstones, handicrafts, and handmade carpets, respectively.

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

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IFP Editorial Staff
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A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on November 5

The top story in all newspapers today was the remarks made by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani in the first national conference on citizens’ rights.

Conservative and economic papers mostly focused on Rouhani’s comments about the increase in fuel prices and his reaction to the criticisms against his government, while reformist papers mostly covered his remarks about citizens’ rights and freedom of expression.

A missile fired by Yemen’s Houthi Ansarullah movement at a Saudi royal palace in Riyadh also received great coverage today.

The above issues, as well as many more, are highlighted in the following headlines and top stories:

 

Abrar:

1- Rouhani Urges People to Continue Looking into Next Year’s Budget

2- French DM: I’ll Discuss Ballistic Missiles in Visit to Iran

3- Larijani: Iran Leader Allowed $200m Withdrawal from Development Fund for Quake-Hit People

4- Nuclear Chief: IAEA Sole Body for Certifying Iran’s Compliance with JCPOA

5- Trump: Iran Deviated from JCPOA!

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Abrar-e Eqtesadi:

1- Rouhani to People: Price of Nothing Will Be Raised Unless You Accept It!

2- Forex Offices Not Allowed to Exchange Bitcoin: Official

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Aftab-e Yazd:

1- Shamkhani: Problem of Those under House Arrest Being Resolved

2- Turkey Exporting Cars to Germany, US

3- Saudi Palace under Fire of Ansarullah Missile: Riyadh Claims It Intercepted Missile

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Arman-e Emrooz:

1- Rouhani: Eavesdropping Was Not What Prophet Muhammad Would Do!

  • Don’t Interfere in People’s Lives: Iran President

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

Asrar:

1- Rouhani: People Are Free, Everyone Should Know What’s Going on

  • Transparency Only Way to Eradicate Corruption

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

Ettela’at:

1- Rouhani: We All Should Work in Transparent Rooms in Order to Fight Corruption

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Iran:

1- Rouhani: People Have Every Right to Criticize Gov’t

  • I’ll Fulfil My Promises, but I Want You to Maintain Your Support
  • No Price to Be Increased Unless People Agree with It

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Jame Jam:

1- Building Hospital Using Gold Medal

  • Wushu Champion Puts Medal on Auction to Raise Money for Quake-Hit People

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Javan:

1- Rouhani: Increase in Fuel Prices Aimed at Creating More Jobs

  • Parliament: Increasing Fuel Prices to Threaten 480,000 Jobs!

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Jomhouri Eslami:

1- Rouhani Calls for Accountability of Those Who Receive State Budget

2- 3 Killed, 8 Wounded in Second Day of Massive Protest Rallies in Iraqi Kurdistan

3- Islamic Clerics: Ties with Zionist Regime of Israel Forbidden

4- Arabic Version of Book on Iranian Anti-Colonialism Hero Amir Kabir Published

5- Industry Minister: $2.7 Billion in Foreign Investment Approved for Industries, Mines

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Kayhan:

1- Riot in Iraqi Kurdistan: People Set Fire on State Buildings in Protest at Livelihood Issue

2- In 1000th Day of Saudi Aggression on Yemen: Ansarullah Fires Missile at King Salman’s Palace

3- Assad: France Supports Terrorists, Not Allowed to Talk of Peace

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Resalat:

1- Rouhani: Increased Petrol Price Not to Exceed Half of Global Price

2- Iran First VP: Country Suffering from Inefficient Economic Management

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

 

Sobh-e Now:

1- “Don’t Unfollow Me!” Rouhani Asks People, Artists to Keep Supporting Him

 

A Look at Iranian Newspaper Front Pages on December 20

Iran in Photos: Natural Beauties in Autumn

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Autumn is a season in which most of the leaves fall from the trees and the branches rattle like old bare bones. It is seen as the time of plenty, a time for hard work, a time when we wistfully watch the year fade into winter. Yet autumn has supernatural associations.

It is the same season which is sometimes praised by its magic, and some call it the “King of the Seasons”.

Here are ISNA’s photos of = beautiful autumn sceneries in Iran’s Isfahan and Chaharmahal and Bakhtiari provinces:

 

Iran FM Holds Talks with Turkish, Azeri Counterparts

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In a Wednesday meeting, Zarif and Turkish FM Mevlüt Çavuşoğlu discussed the expansion of bilateral ties between Tehran and Ankara, particularly in the field of banking. Iran FM Holds Talks with Turkish, Azeri Counterparts

They also exchanged views on the latest regional developments.

Earlier in the day, the Iranian top diplomat also met his Azeri counterpart Elmar Mammadyarov.

During the talks, the two sides explored avenues for promoting mutual economic cooperation between Iran and Azerbaijan Republic, particularly in the field of railway.

They also conferred on energy ties in the Caspian Sea as well as the issue of Jerusalem al-Quds.

Zarif arrived in Baku on Tuesday to attend the fifth round of Iran-Azerbaijan-Turkey trilateral talks, which are currently underway in the Azeri capital.

People Have Every Right to Criticize Gov’t: Iran President

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IFP Editorial Staff
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President Rouhani delivered a speech on Tuesday which revolved around civil rights. Rouhani seems to have revived the election ambience in response to the “#I_regret_it” campaign which recently challenged him by drawing up a list of his unfulfilled promises.

While highlighting people’s right to ask questions, the president took as good omen the questions raised about the spending package proposed by his administration for the next Iranian year beginning March 21, 2017.

He called on people to continue criticizing the government and overseeing how the country’s budget is spent.

The president also touched upon the Iran nuclear deal known as the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Addressing those opposing the agreement, Rouhani said, “They shouldn’t pin their hopes on Trump. The JCPOA will remain, and we will continue [to implement] it.”

 

People Should Monitor Us

President Rouhani said “We should open up the atmosphere and make it transparent,” adding, “I want people not to leave next year’s budget [bill] alone and see for themselves what is envisioned in the spending package.”

He said the spotlight should be turned onto the details of the budget bill and “all apparatuses should announce where they have spent the [current year’s] budget.”

“We should go into transparent and glass rooms,” the president noted.

Rouhani noted that people should oversee the government’s performance.

“Right the day after the budget bill was presented to parliament, a whole lot of activities kicked off in the virtual world. How beautiful! All people came to the scene, and expressed their views and criticisms. I kiss their hands. You people should criticize the person who is serving you. People have the right to know how much budget is allocated to what government institution,” said the president.

“People say that such and such institution has received several billion [Rials] in funding, and they raise an objection as to why some institutions are given so much budget. People’s opinion is top of everything. If most people believe too much funding has been allotted, they they’re right. What the majority of people say, is right.”

 

I’ll Keep My Promises to You

The president also vowed to make good on his elections pledges.

“As president, I will live up to my promises, and I want you people to keep your promise, too. We started the work together and should continue it. Rouhani needs your views, support and criticism at all times as long as the 12th administration is in office. Ask questions and we will answer. I put my life on the line to fulfill my promises. We have dozens of problems ahead. If we join hands, we can solve the problems,” he said.

Yemen Missile Attacks on Riyadh Escalate Regional Tensions: Hariri

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IFP Editorial Staff
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“The repeated targeting of Saudi territory by missile attacks from Yemeni territory not only threatens the security of the kingdom and the safety of its people, but also exposes the region to serious dangers and exacerbates existing divisions and conflicts,” Hariri said in a statement carried by his press office.

“We strongly condemn such attacks and stress the need to abandon these aggressive methods, refrain from policies that fuel conflict and resort to the path of dialogue to solve difficult problems.”

The missile was fired over southern Riyadh, which the Houthis said they launched to target Yamamah Palace in Riyadh, where King Salman chairs weekly government meetings.

It was the second Houthi missile attack against Riyadh over the past two months. The first attack targeted Riyadh international airport on November 4, but Riyadh claimed that it managed to intercept the projectile.

Yemen says the missile attacks are in retaliation for the Saudi regime’s deadly attacks on the impoverished Yemenis, who have been under the brutal attacks of a Saudi-led coalition since 2015.

“Muslims Should Boycott US-Made Goods in Support of Palestine”

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IFP Editorial Staff
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Iranian parliamentarian Mostafa Kavakebian says Islamic states should adopt counter-measures against Washington’s recognition of Jerusalem al-Quds as Israel’s capital.

“Muslim countries can boycott American goods and downgrade their relations with the US as part of measures to counter [US President Donald] Trump’s illogical decisions and his interference in other countries’ internal affairs,” said ICANA in a Farsi report.

He said the Parliamentary Union of the Organization of the Islamic Cooperation (PUIC) member states recently sent envoys to Tehran to discuss and make a decision on how to tackle Trump’s unwise move

“We, as members of the Palestinian Intifada Support Committee, took part in an emergency meeting of the [PUCI’s] Palestine Committee [on Monday] to review ways of tackling this action,” said the lawmaker.

“We should not hesitate to show reaction in order to make Trump rescind his inappropriate and illogical decision,” he said.

The lawmaker added the statement released by the committee served the same purpose in order to prompt countries’ parliaments to take practical actions in that regard.

“Iran Has Nothing to Do with Yemen’s Missiles”

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IFP Editorial Staff
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In a televised interview with Al-Alam News Network on Tuesday, Iran’s Foreign Ministry Spokesman Bahram Qassemi said Tehran is not sending weapons to Yemen, whatsoever.

“We have no arms links with Yemen,” said the spokesman.

“Yemen is under siege, and generally there is no possibility [of Iran sending arms to Yemen]; moreover, Iran would be brave enough to announce such an action and policy if it had one,” he noted.

“What is in Yemeni people’s hands today are the arms which have existed in garrisons since previous governments,” he said.

“Today, we are witnessing that Yemen has opted to use internal techniques to stand up to relentless aggression and attacks, and this is natural.”

Qassemi’s remarks came after the Yemeni Ansarullah movement fired a new missile at the Saudi king’s palace in Riyadh in response to the Saudi aggression on Yemen. Saudi media once again claimed that the missile had been made by Iran.

Iran, France to Hold Political Talks in Paris

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IFP Editorial Staff
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The talks will be headed by Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araqchi and Secretary-General of France’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs Maurice Gourdault-Montagne.

The talks will be held within the framework of a Memorandum of Understanding signed by Iranian President Hassan Rouhani during his visit to France.

These negotiations, which are regularly held in Tehran and Paris every six months, will be a mechanism within which the two countries develop their bilateral relations in various political, economic and cultural spheres.

Discussing the regional and international issues, especially developments in the Persian Gulf and the Middle East, are on the agenda of this round of talks.

In his two-day trip to Paris, Araqchi will also meet with French officials and deliver a lecture at the French Institute of International Relations.

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