Australian Diplomat Stresses Countering Terrorism

The Australian ambassador to Tehran Paul Foley said the high-ranking officials of his country welcome consultations and negotiations with Iranian authorities on bilateral and international issues, AVA Diplomatic reports.Pointing to the ongoing developments in Syria, Foley also said his country has always underscored the need to counter terrorism.

Foley remarks came during his meeting with Iran’s Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani who said Tehran favors the promotion of trade and economic cooperation with Canberra.

He noted that cooperation among the influential countries in the region and avoiding military tensions are two key requirements to rein in terrorism.

Larijani has also warned of the serious repercussions of a military strike against Syria over the unsubstantiated accusation that Damascus has used chemical weapons.

Terrorism is currently the most pressing issue facing the region as it is quickly spilling over across regional countries, concluded the top Iranian parliamentarian.