Austria’s top diplomat highlighted the importance of relations with Iran, calling for the continuation of bilateral political consultations with the aim of “promoting peace and stability in the Middle East”.
Karin Kneissl made the statement on Monday in a meeting with Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi who was visiting the European country as part of his diplomatic tour of Europe.
Besides areas of mutual interest, the two sides discussed Middle East issues, latest developments concerning Europe’s proposed financial channel for trade with Iran and efforts to salvage the 2015 nuclear deal.
January 29, 2019 20:03
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