MFA spox:
Iran's membership in SCO essential for its Asia-centered foreign policy

Tehran (IP)- Iran's full membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) is essential for our Asia-centered foreign policy, Iranian foreign ministry spokesperson said.

Iran PressIran news: "Warmly welcome the decision of the SCO to approve Iran's full membership. It is a major step toward enhanced ties with neighbors and an important impetus for our Asia-centered foreign policy," Saeed Khatibzadeh tweeted.

"We'll continue our efforts to build on indigenous initiatives for the good of the region," Khatibzadeh noted.

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