APA-Tripoli (Libya) Hossein Amirabdollahian, the Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs met with his Libyan counterpart, Najla Mangoush, to exchange views on mutual interests including the burning of the Muslim holy book, the Quran in Sweden and Denmark.
They condemned the act as insulting to the global Muslim community and demanded action by the governments of the two European countries.
The Iranian diplomat described as very important the solidarity and unity of Islamic countries worldwide in the face of such incidents.
While expressing his satisfaction with the establishment of security and stability in Libya, the Iranian Minister of Foreign Affairs expressed Tehran’s readiness to expand relations with the North African country and help in its reconstruction following more than a decade of civil strife.
Amirabdollahian further touched upon the actual status of women in Iran and criticised what he called the West’s double standards and politicisation of women’s rights.
Libya’s Foreign Affairs inister expressed her satisfaction with the visit to Tehran, which took place after almost 17 years after the visit of a high-ranking Libyan official to Iran.
She said: “The visit is indicative of the two countries’ resolve to expand bilateral relations.”
During the meeting, the two top diplomats agreed to enhance bilateral cooperation in various sectors.
This includes the establishment of a Joint High Commission, the formation of a political consultation committee, the strengthening of economic and trade ties, scientific and technological collaboration, as well as organising special exhibitions.
The two foreign ministers also expressed their contentment with the recent progress in bilateral relations.
Notably, they highlighted the elevation of Libya’s diplomatic mission in Tehran to ambassadorial status, the reopening of Iran’s embassy in Tripoli and the resumption of shipping services between the two countries.
They emphasised the resolve and determination of the two states’ officials for the expansion of bilateral ties specially their trade and economic cooperation.
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