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IRAN READY TO HELP ARMENIA REDUCE BLOCKADE OF BORDERS
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June 11, 2013 | 16:38
YEREVAN. - No one, especially a diplomat, has the right to interfere
with the relations between two states, Iranian Ambassador said.
His comment came in response to comment on U.S. Ambassador's statement
saying Washington is grateful to Armenia for observing the sanctions
against Iran.
"The United States are trying to create iranophobia. But the region
knows about Iran's friendliness," Mohammad Raiesi said.
Speaking about relations with Armenia, Iranian Ambassador said they
are ready to cooperate on two key directions: railway construction
and hydro power plant.
"We have repeatedly said that Iran is ready to begin construction of
the railway section as soon as Armenia begins construction on their
side," he said.
According to the diplomat, if the railway is constructed, around
5,000 tourists from Iran will visit Armenia weekly.
"For Iran, the construction of this railway is helpful but not
necessary. However, we can help reduce the blockade of Armenia
borders," he emphasized.
As for the construction of power plants, the Iranian side has allocated
$500 million.
"In the context of sanctions against Iran this is a big amount.
However, Iran is loyal to its commitments to neighbors," he said,
adding the importance of ensuring energy security.
From: A. Papazian
http://news.am/eng/news/157579.html
June 11, 2013 | 16:38
YEREVAN. - No one, especially a diplomat, has the right to interfere
with the relations between two states, Iranian Ambassador said.
His comment came in response to comment on U.S. Ambassador's statement
saying Washington is grateful to Armenia for observing the sanctions
against Iran.
"The United States are trying to create iranophobia. But the region
knows about Iran's friendliness," Mohammad Raiesi said.
Speaking about relations with Armenia, Iranian Ambassador said they
are ready to cooperate on two key directions: railway construction
and hydro power plant.
"We have repeatedly said that Iran is ready to begin construction of
the railway section as soon as Armenia begins construction on their
side," he said.
According to the diplomat, if the railway is constructed, around
5,000 tourists from Iran will visit Armenia weekly.
"For Iran, the construction of this railway is helpful but not
necessary. However, we can help reduce the blockade of Armenia
borders," he emphasized.
As for the construction of power plants, the Iranian side has allocated
$500 million.
"In the context of sanctions against Iran this is a big amount.
However, Iran is loyal to its commitments to neighbors," he said,
adding the importance of ensuring energy security.
From: A. Papazian