Iran reaffirms support for Afghan peace negotiations

KABUL (Pajhwok): Foreign Minister Mohammad Haneef Atmar says Iran is playing an important role in reinforcing regional consensus on peace in Afghanistan.

Atmar made the remarks during a meeting with Iranian Ambassador to Afghanistan Bahador Aminian in Kabul on Friday.

The foreign minister and the Iranian diplomat conferred on the importance of further strengthening cooperative bilateral relations.

The two sides discussed wats of cementing cooperation in areas of trade, investment and infrastructure development, IRNA reported.

Holding meetings of the joint economic commission and finalising a comprehensive cooperation document also came up for discussion.

The ambassador renewed Iran’s support to Afghanistan in different sector, particularly for peace negotiations. He hoped the talks would lead to permanent peace.

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