In a meeting, Iran's president stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran advocates for the establishment of peace and the end of all wars.
Why It Matters:
Iran has not started any wars; rather, it has faced repeated invasions by other countries. As a result, the guiding principles of Iran's foreign policy emphasize non-aggression toward other nations, respect for the rights of all countries, and the defense of Iran against external aggression.
The Big Picture:
Iran's opposition to war and the expression of this policy in diplomatic circles, as the president pointed out in his meeting with the Swedish ambassador, indicate that the first principle of Iran's foreign policy is de-escalation.
President Pezeshkian underlined that the Islamic Republic wants global peace and cessation of conflicts and believes in resolving issues through dialogue and non-violence.
Key Points:
- Pezeshkian expressed hope that Iran's relations with the two European countries will improve in the coming years.
- Both ambassadors announced that their countries are committed to expanding economic relations with Iran.
- At the end of the meeting, the Czech ambassador gifted President Pezeshkian a carved wooden plaque, commemorating the historic meeting between representatives of Shah Abbas Safavid and Czech officials 400 years ago.
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