Rouhani calls for closer ties with Uruguay

In a meeting with the new Ambassador of Uruguay to Tehran, Rouhani underscored further deepening of relations between the two countries in scientific and technological fields, as well as pharmaceuticals and expressed hope that the private sectors of the two countries develop relations to serve the two nations, AVA Diplomatic reports.

“Views and stances of the Islamic Republic of Iran and Uruguay on global issues are very close to each other and the two countries believe that relations on the international scene must by based on mutual respect,” the President added.

For his part, the Uruguayan ambassador voiced Montevideo’s resolve to develop ties with Tehran, adding “I will do my best to cement ties and cooperation between the two countries in all fields of mutual interest.”