S. Korean Pres: Tehran important partner for Seoul

Beijing, Dec 26, IRNA – Iran is an important partner for South Korea, South Korean President Moon Jae-in said. Jae-in made the remarks addressing a meeting during which Iran's newly-appointed ambassador to South Korea Saeed Badamchi Shabestari submitted his credentials. The cooperation between two countries has been developed even in the hardest conditions like when Iraq imposed war on Iran. Referring to the fact that problems will be solved between two countries, he appreciated Iran's efforts in maintaining compromising policy in Korean Peninsula. Meanwhile, Shabestari underlined the importance of promoting bilateral cooperation in political, economic, cultural and parliamentary fields. He also praised South Korea's role in promoting nuclear non-proliferation in Korean Peninsula. He expressed Iran's support of Korea policies and plans. Referring to US illegal and unilateral withdrawal from Iran deal and causing problems in banking and financial fields over the recent months, he expressed hope for lifting problems.