Zarif Visiting South Africa

Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif arrived in South Africa on Tuesday to hold talks with senior officials on a range of issues, including ways to boost bilateral cooperation. Heading a high-ranking political and economic delegation, Zarif is visiting Pretoria on the official invitation of the South African authorities, Tasnim News Agency reported. He will call on President Cyril Ramaphosa and Minister of International Relations and Cooperation Lindiwe Sisulu to discuss ways to expand two-way ties. The two sides will also exchange views about the future of the 2015 Iran nuclear deal after the US withdrawal. The delegation is also scheduled to attend meetings with other political and economic officials of the African country.