Rouhani: We should spare no effort to connect Persian Gulf to Black SeaJanuary 26, 2016 - 13:29 AMT PanARMENIAN.Net - Iran and Armenia, as Muslim and Christian nations, act as emblems and symbols of good relations in the world, Iran’s President said, according to Mehr news agency. During a telephone conversation with the Armenian President Serzh Sargsyan, Hassan Rouhani assured the former that “close relations between the two countries despite having different religions can serve as a perfect example for the world.” Rouhani expressed determination to bolster cooperation between the two countries stressing that the decisions of joint economic commission must be up and running. “The Islamic Republic of Iran and Armenia are required to exploit all available capacities for reinvigorating bilateral relations,” he added. “In the post-sanction era, the path to increased economic collaboration has become clear,” noted Iran’s President adding that “we need to spare no effort in connecting the Persian Gulf to the Black Sea.” President Sargsyan, in turn, expressed Armenia’s willingness to expand cooperation with Iran in all areas of interest urging acceleration of the process in the new era. Related links: Top stories Authorities said a total of 192 Azerbaijani troops were killed and 511 were wounded during Azerbaijan’s offensive. In 2023, the Azerbaijani government will increase the country’s defense budget by more than 1.1 billion manats ($650 million). The bill, published on Monday, is designed to "eliminate the shortcomings of an unreasonably broad interpretation of the key concept of "compatriot". The earthquake caused a temporary blackout, damaged many buildings and closed a number of rural roads. Partner news | Czech-Armenian military cooperation discussed in Yerevan A delegation led by the Director General for the Industrial Cooperation Division of the Ministry of Defence of the Czech Republic visited Armenia. U.S. welcomes efforts to define Armenia-Azerbaijan border The United States welcomes efforts to define the border between Armenia and Azerbaijan, says Vedant Patel. Biden honors resilience of Armenian people on April 24 U.S. President Joe Biden has issued a statement on the 109th anniversary of the Armenian Genocide. Ex-Karabakh leader moved to solitary confinement cell in Baku, his son says David Vardanyan is the son of former Karabakh leader Ruben Vardanyan who who is currently imprisoned in Azerbaijan. |