Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araqchi voiced the Islamic Republic’s readiness to engage in dialogue with European countries based on mutual respect and shared interests.
The remarks of the top Iranian diplomat came in a telephone conversation with his Dutch counterpart Caspar Veldkamp on Saturday.
During their conversation, Araqchi and Veldkamp discussed bilateral relations between Iran and the Netherlands, as well as regional and international developments.
Highlighting the Islamic Republic’s commitment to forging strong diplomatic ties with other countries, Araqchi stated, “Iran is ready to interact and hold talks with European countries based on mutual respect and common interests.”
Iranian news agencies report that Abbas Araghchi, Iran’s Foreign Minister, and Caspar Veldkamp, the Dutch Foreign Minister, spoke over the phone today. Iran stated that it is ready to engage in dialogue with Europe based on mutual respect and shared interests.
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Veldkamp, in turn, acknowledged the longstanding history of Dutch-Iranian relations and emphasized Iran’s significant role in regional developments. He underscored the importance of utilizing all diplomatic avenues to promote understanding and resolve differences in intergovernmental relations, IRNA news agency reported.
Addressing the issue of the three Iranian islands in the Persian Gulf, the Dutch foreign minister clarified his country’s position, stating, “This is a bilateral matter between Iran and the UAE. The Netherlands, as always, supports bilateral dialogue between Iran and the UAE, guided by international law, to resolve any disputes in this regard.”
Source: Iranian media
