In a message to his Nigerian counterpart Mahamadou Issoufou on Saturday, President Rouhani expressed hope for officials of both countries to benefit from all capacities for developing bilateral relations.
Independence Day in the Republic of Niger is commemorated on August 3, marking the nation's independence from France in 1960. Since 1975, it is also Arbor Day, as trees are planted across the nation to aid the fight against desertification.
