YEREVAN. – The foreign ministers of Armenia and Iran – Edward Nalbandian and Mohammad Javad Zarif – exchanged messages in connection with the 25th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations between the two countries.

In his letter Minister Nalbandian said that relationship between Armenia and Iran is based on mutual respect, mutual attention to culture with the solid base of cooperation. Mr. Nalbandian highly appreciated the personal contribution of Mohammad Javad Zarif to the development of bilateral relations.

A message of the Iranian Foreign Ministry notes with satisfaction that over the years relations between the countries have been developing thanks to the will of the leaders. The minister said that the visit of Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on the eve of the 25th anniversary of establishment of diplomatic relations is a move aimed at strengthening and development of relations.