Ban: Iran has rich civilization, cultural achievements for mankind | ||
Ban: Iran has rich civilization, cultural achievements for mankind The UN Chief Ban Ki-moon said here Iran has a rich civilization and has contributed great cultural achievements to entire mankind. Speaking to Majlis Speaker Ali Larijani here, Mr. Ban said, “My first official visit of the Islamic Republic of Iran’s parliament and meeting with the Majlis Speaker carries the message that the UN attaches special significance to democracy and democratic institutions, whose true symbol is the Majlis' Ban said, 'We congratulate Iran for hosting and chairing the movement. Being an influential country regionally and internationally, Iran should be taken into consideration for its presidency over NAM. 'Iran’s chairing of NAM, comprising 120 UN members, in the next three years should be taken as a valuable opportunity for settlement of regional and international tensions.' He added, “The UN will have broad consultation and cooperation with NAM during Iran’s chairmanship over the Movement.” Larijani for his part said that Ban’s presence in Iran to attend the NAM Summit would be a suitable opportunity for dialogue on key regional and international issues. He added, 'The UN Chief’s presence in NAM Summit testifies the Movement’s special attention to the movement’s goals and aspirations.' Elsewhere in his remarks, Larijani said that Iran has always announced that Tehran supports democratic reforms in Syria and would use all its efforts to maintain tranquility and peace in the country. The Iranian Parliament Speaker added, “Unfortunately, certain big powers and regional countries do not allow Syria rulers to forge drastic reforms. 'The UN envoy for Syria affaires should try to shut down all military bases in the neighboring states which train terrorists and it should be accepted that mortar launcher can not build democracy there, concluded Larijani. Talking to reporters after meeting with UN chief, Larijani said that upon arrival in Tehran, Ban Ki-moon expressed interest to come to Majlis and hold talks with parliamentarians. "Given the significance of office of United Nations secretary general in promoting peace across the world, it was a good opportunity to hold talks with him on regional developments." Larijani said that Iran’s approach in the region is to help boost peace and stability, adding that Iran has excellent ties with its neighbors and disputes, if any, have no impact on its relations. Unfortunately, certain countries are pursuing adventurism in the region to destabilize it, he said. Commenting on the issue of Syria, the speaker added that whatever is seen in the Arab state is the result of adventurism by certain states. Underscoring Iran’s support to democracy in the region, he further stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran followed the same in the case of Libya, Tunisia and other states. He hoped that Ban Ki-moon will have better understanding about the regional situation and will never allow bullying powers create unrest in the region. | ||
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