Khatami calls for reinforcement of Iran-Mexico ties
Tehran, April 26, IRNA -- President Mohammad Khatami in a meeting with Mexican Ambassador to Tehran Salvador Casian Santos here Monday underlined expansion of bilateral ties, particularly in economic and scientific fields as well as oil and gas sectors.
A report released by the Presidential Office media department quoting the president said that Mexico`s independent approach on the the international scene and attempt towards development as well as the membership of both countries in some international bodies such as G-15 forge close relations between them.
For his part, Santos referred to Iran`s ancient civilization and culture and noted that the president`s initiative of `Dialogue among Civilizations` is the best option in a world of arrogance.
Turning to Iran as a gateway for regional economic exchanges, he expressed the interest of Mexican officials in reinforcing and expanding mutual ties, in particular in economic, cultural, scientific and educational domains.
The Mexican diplomat also said that both Iran and Mexico share common approaches to international cooperation in a variety of fields such as campaign against terrorism and drugs.
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