Iran, Netherlands to develop environment cooperation

An Iranian environment official said plans are underway to promote cooperation with the Netherlands in improving conditions in industries and the natural environment, AVA Diplomatic reports.

Houman Liaqati, who is the managing director of the National Fund to Protect Environment, said that during a meeting with the Dutch ambassador to Tehran, the two sides stressed the need to use the latest technologies in a bid to protect the living environment.

He noted that cooperation in such areas as efficient use of water resources was at the center of the issues discussed. According to the official, they also agreed to have cooperation in research and environment education areas.