Armenia-Iran relations have a bright future: Ambassador Mohammad Reisi

YEREVAN, FEBRUARY 8, ARMENPRESS: Armenpress had an interview with Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Armenia, Mohammad Reisi over Armenia-Iran relations in 2012, 2013 forthcoming developments, and joint economic, cultural and touristic cooperation.

-How do you estimate 2012 regarding the development of Armenian-Iranian relations? What achievements were recorded during the year which further contributed to the strengthening of Armenian-Iranian relations?

-The relations between Islamic Republic of Iran and Armenia date for ages. Those relations are friendly and based on mutual respect. The relations between Armenia and Iran have recorded success in regional and bilateral cooperation sphere in 2012. Mutual visits have been paid by high ranking officials during the year.

- According to you what achievements Armenia-Iran relations will register during 2013?

- Efforts aimed at promoting bilateral cooperation will continue this year as well. Joint efforts will cover almost all the branches seeking to further develop and deepen the current level of relations. Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Armenia are determined to continue their cooperation without the intervention and influence of a third party. The relations between Armenia-Iran have a bright future and will be targeted to establishing peace and stability in the region.

- What developments do you foresee in Nagorno-Karabakh conflict settlement?

-Nagorno-Karabakh conflict is extremely complicated, meanwhile it has a solution. Islamic Republic of Iran has constantly contributed to the regulation of regional conflicts and settlement of disputes and we consider regional issues have relevant solutions and by the help of joint efforts they can be settled. Reportedly the solution of the conflict is possible only through peaceful way and in compliance with the international norms and principles. By the will of the sides Islaimic Republic of Iran is ready to contribute to the peaceful settlement of the conflict.