17:30
The Kremlin, Moscow
The two leaders discussed prospects
for expanding trade, economic and investment ties, including
in the context of implementing major joint projects
in energy and transport infrastructure. They exchanged views
on important current issues on the global and regional
agenda.
Following the talks, Mr Putin and Mr Rouhani adopted a Joint Statement
of the President of the Russian Federation
and the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
In addition, a package
of cooperation agreements in various fields was signed within
the framework of the Iranian President’s official visit
to Russia, including documents on cooperation in railway
transport, oil and gas, information technologies and communications,
nuclear energy, construction, sport, tourism and the legal sphere.
Mr Putin and Mr Rouhani also made
statements for the press.
* * *
Beginning of meeting with President
of Iran Hassan Rouhani
President of Russia Vladimir Putin: Mr
President, colleagues and friends, I am happy to welcome you
to Moscow.
Mr President, the last time we met was
in Baku last summer. I am glad to have this opportunity
to welcome you to the Russian capital.
Russia and Iran have maintained
cooperation for many years, if not centuries. We established diplomatic
relations over 500 years ago. Iran is a good neighbour
and a reliable and stable partner for Russia.
We have been cooperating successfully
in nearly all areas, including on the international stage
to address acute international problems, as well
as in the economy. We attained substantial results in all
these areas in the past few years.
Suffice it to say that last year our
trade grew 70 percent, which is a unique achievement amid the current
economic difficulties. These results have been largely achieved thanks
to your contribution, Mr President, and thanks
to the efforts of your Government.
We are very glad to see you
in Moscow. Welcome.
President of Iran Hassan Rouhani (retranslated): Mr
President, I am happy to be the guest of the Russian
Government and people and your personal guest. It is our first
foreign visit this year, and we are glad [that we have come
to Russia] because this is evidence of the further development
of our close ties.
Relations between our countries have been
developing consistently over the past three and a half years.
This is not our first meeting, and when I look
at the achievements we attained after each of our meetings,
I see that we have achieved a great deal.
Our interaction has entered a new stage
when we can speak about a new quality of our relations. I hope
that new steps will be taken during this visit to promote our cooperation
still more.
We have accumulated considerable experience
in the joint fight against terrorism and the drug threat.
Our ultimate goal is to strengthen peace and stability
in the region. The development of our relations is not
directed against other countries.
Thank you.
See also
March 28, 2017
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