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Iran embassy opens in Slovenia
Ljubljana, July 12, IRNA – The Islamic Republic of Iran’s Embassy was officially opened in Ljubljana, capital city of EU member, Slovenia, on Monday, in the presence of Foreign Minister Ali-Akbar Salehi.
Besides local officials of Ljubljana and Iranian embassy officials, some foreign diplomats and envoys of various countries were present in the opening ceremony of the embassy.
In his opening address, Salehi reiterated: "Iran and Europe have always had cordial relations and Iran for Europe and Europe for Iran have been of special importance.”
Referring to the strategic status of Iran and energy resources of the country, Salehi said, “Europe needs a reliable energy partner and we are ready for satisfying such a need.”
Salehi invited the entire present ambassadors and diplomats at the ceremony to visit Iran.
Iran’s first Ambassador to Slovenia Mohammad-Rahim Aqaiepour, too, in his address at the inauguration ceremony, which coincided with the 20th anniversary of Slovenia’s independence, said that the choice of the day is a reference to the great significance Iran attaches to its ties with that European country.
He added, “July 11th, 2011 is a turning point in the history of both countries, and the harbinger of a new horizon for bilateral cooperation in various economic, political, cultural, and scientific fields.”
Aqaiepour added, “both countries’ strong will is the valuable backing for the advancement of our countries’ bilateral cooperation.”
Managing Director of Slovenia's Foreign Ministry’s Economic Diplomacy George Gasparic said that the establishment of the Iranian Embassy in Ljubljana is sign of deepening Ljubljana-Tehran ties.
Mohammad-Rahim Aqaiepour delivered a copy of his credentials to the Slovenian President Danilo Turk.
While in Slovenia, Salehi also said in a meeting with his counterpart that Tehran will not relinquish its legitimate rights outlined in the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Salehi, who began a tour of the European countries with visits of Slovenia and Austria, made the remarks during a joint press conference with Slovenian Foreign Minister Samuel Zbogar in the capital city of Ljubljana on Monday.
Iran is committed to its obligations as stipulated by the NPT, but it will not give up its rights, Salehi stated.
Numerous inspections of Iran’s nuclear facilities have been carried out, Salehi said, adding that Iran is working in full cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Salehi added Iran first proposed that an international convention on nuclear disarmament should be adopted.
He also said that the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has issued a fatwa declaring that the production, stockpiling, and use of nuclear weapons are all haram (prohibited in Islam).
Commenting on the continuation of talks between Iran and the 5+1 group (the United States, Britain, France, Russia, China, and Germany), Salehi said that Iran has always announced its readiness for talks.
Elsewhere in his remarks, Salehi spoke about relations between Iran and Slovenia, saying the two countries enjoy great potential to further increase their relations in various spheres.
He also described Slovenia as a great country in the international arena.
Zbogar said, “We believe in (the need to hold) negotiations between Iran and the European Union, and we call for the revival of talks (between Tehran and the EU).”
He also envisioned a bright future for Iran-EU relations.
Elsewhere in his remarks, Zbogar stated that Slovenia is always keen to know about Iran’s perspective on regional issues and the solutions that it offers to help resolve problems facing the region.
Iran is a great country on the world stage, he said, adding Ljubljana is interested in enhancing its cooperation with Tehran.
The Slovenian foreign minister also acknowledged Iran’s rights to use nuclear energy meant for peaceful purposes.
During Salehi’s visit, Iran and Slovenia signed an agreement on cultural, scientific, educational, tourism, and sports cooperation./end
Besides local officials of Ljubljana and Iranian embassy officials, some foreign diplomats and envoys of various countries were present in the opening ceremony of the embassy.
In his opening address, Salehi reiterated: "Iran and Europe have always had cordial relations and Iran for Europe and Europe for Iran have been of special importance.”
Referring to the strategic status of Iran and energy resources of the country, Salehi said, “Europe needs a reliable energy partner and we are ready for satisfying such a need.”
Salehi invited the entire present ambassadors and diplomats at the ceremony to visit Iran.
Iran’s first Ambassador to Slovenia Mohammad-Rahim Aqaiepour, too, in his address at the inauguration ceremony, which coincided with the 20th anniversary of Slovenia’s independence, said that the choice of the day is a reference to the great significance Iran attaches to its ties with that European country.
He added, “July 11th, 2011 is a turning point in the history of both countries, and the harbinger of a new horizon for bilateral cooperation in various economic, political, cultural, and scientific fields.”
Aqaiepour added, “both countries’ strong will is the valuable backing for the advancement of our countries’ bilateral cooperation.”
Managing Director of Slovenia's Foreign Ministry’s Economic Diplomacy George Gasparic said that the establishment of the Iranian Embassy in Ljubljana is sign of deepening Ljubljana-Tehran ties.
Mohammad-Rahim Aqaiepour delivered a copy of his credentials to the Slovenian President Danilo Turk.
While in Slovenia, Salehi also said in a meeting with his counterpart that Tehran will not relinquish its legitimate rights outlined in the nuclear Non-Proliferation Treaty (NPT).
Salehi, who began a tour of the European countries with visits of Slovenia and Austria, made the remarks during a joint press conference with Slovenian Foreign Minister Samuel Zbogar in the capital city of Ljubljana on Monday.
Iran is committed to its obligations as stipulated by the NPT, but it will not give up its rights, Salehi stated.
Numerous inspections of Iran’s nuclear facilities have been carried out, Salehi said, adding that Iran is working in full cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency.
Salehi added Iran first proposed that an international convention on nuclear disarmament should be adopted.
He also said that the Supreme Leader, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, has issued a fatwa declaring that the production, stockpiling, and use of nuclear weapons are all haram (prohibited in Islam).
Commenting on the continuation of talks between Iran and the 5+1 group (the United States, Britain, France, Russia, China, and Germany), Salehi said that Iran has always announced its readiness for talks.
Elsewhere in his remarks, Salehi spoke about relations between Iran and Slovenia, saying the two countries enjoy great potential to further increase their relations in various spheres.
He also described Slovenia as a great country in the international arena.
Zbogar said, “We believe in (the need to hold) negotiations between Iran and the European Union, and we call for the revival of talks (between Tehran and the EU).”
He also envisioned a bright future for Iran-EU relations.
Elsewhere in his remarks, Zbogar stated that Slovenia is always keen to know about Iran’s perspective on regional issues and the solutions that it offers to help resolve problems facing the region.
Iran is a great country on the world stage, he said, adding Ljubljana is interested in enhancing its cooperation with Tehran.
The Slovenian foreign minister also acknowledged Iran’s rights to use nuclear energy meant for peaceful purposes.
During Salehi’s visit, Iran and Slovenia signed an agreement on cultural, scientific, educational, tourism, and sports cooperation./end
