Algerian Ambassador to Tehran Sofiane Mimouni has highlighted Iran's economic and political role in the region, saying Algiers regards Tehran as a "friend" and "strategic partner". He said over the past decade Iran and Algeria have been able to expand their political relations based on the principle of "mutual respect". He also said the two countries have always had close cooperation in international conferences, including in the meetings of the Organization of Islamic Cooperation and the Non-Aligned Movement.
