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Deep Iran-Armenia ties basis for new relations: Khatami
IRNA, Iran
Sept 9 2004
Tehran, Sept 9, IRNA -- President Mohammad Khatami said here Thursday
that deep-rooted ties between Iran and Armenia would be the basis
for establishing new mutual relations in cultural, economic and
social fields.
Addressing Iranians residing in Armenia, Khatami pointed to expansion
of Persian linguistics in Armenia, saying this indicates strong
historical bonds between the two countries.
"The Armenian people have safeguarded their identity particularly
during the 70-year communist rule and Armenians residing in Iran are
present in various fields vigilantly," he added.
The Armenian government and nation are on the path of progress and
economic, scientific and commercial ties between Tehran and Yerevan
can facilitate development of the two countries.
Prior to President Khatami`s remarks, Iran`s Ambassador to Armenia
Alireza Raeisian presented a report on the status of Iranians residing
in Armenia.
IRNA, Iran
Sept 9 2004
Tehran, Sept 9, IRNA -- President Mohammad Khatami said here Thursday
that deep-rooted ties between Iran and Armenia would be the basis
for establishing new mutual relations in cultural, economic and
social fields.
Addressing Iranians residing in Armenia, Khatami pointed to expansion
of Persian linguistics in Armenia, saying this indicates strong
historical bonds between the two countries.
"The Armenian people have safeguarded their identity particularly
during the 70-year communist rule and Armenians residing in Iran are
present in various fields vigilantly," he added.
The Armenian government and nation are on the path of progress and
economic, scientific and commercial ties between Tehran and Yerevan
can facilitate development of the two countries.
Prior to President Khatami`s remarks, Iran`s Ambassador to Armenia
Alireza Raeisian presented a report on the status of Iranians residing
in Armenia.