TEHRAN Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei told Qatari rulers on Wednesday that Iran focuses on ties with its next-door neighbors and wish for reciprocal commitment.Ayatollah Khamenei met with the Qatari Emir, Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani, who checked out Tehran as the head of a high-ranking delegation, in his individual office in Tehran.
President Masoud Pezeshkian was likewise present throughout the meeting.One of the announced policies of Mr.
Pezhkians federal government is to broaden relations with neighbors.
By the grace of God, good work has actually been done in this area and development has actually been made.
Mr.
Araqchi, the reputable Foreign Minister, is active and dynamic in this field, the Leader specified, including that broadening relations with next-door neighbors has become a conclusive policy of the Islamic Republic.Referring to the agreements concluded in between the Emir and other Iranian officials on Wednesday, the Leader revealed his hope that Iran and Qatar would boost their neighborly cooperation and efficiently make use of the agreements for mutual benefit.The information of the arrangements were not specified.
Nevertheless, Ayatollah Khamenei kept in mind that Qatar has actually not yet implemented previous contracts regarding the $6 billion in Iranian funds held in Doha following their release from South Korean banks.
We think about Qatar a friendly and brotherly country, despite the fact that there are still unsolved and uncertain problems such as the return of Irans funds that were moved from South Korea to Qatar, he said, including, We likewise understand that the main barrier to executing the agreement reached in this regard is the United States.The Leader mentioned that, had he remained in the Qatari rulers position, he would have overlooked pressure from Washington and honored the contract.
We continue to expect such action from Qatar, he added.Elsewhere in his remarks, Ayatollah Khamenei stressed that there is no distinction in between the [different] Presidents of the United States.For his part, Sheikh Tamim expressed his satisfaction at meeting Irans Leader and admired the Islamic Republics support for the oppressed around the world, particularly the Palestinian people.
Your steadfast support for individuals of Palestine will never be forgotten, the Emir informed Ayatollah Khamenei.Addressing the tough regional landscape, the Emir stressed the requirement for increased cooperation amongst regional nations.The Qatari Emir likewise highlighted existing agreements between Iran and Qatar, including a proposed undersea tunnel linking the two countries.
He noted that a joint commission in between the 2 nations would soon be triggered, with expectations for a significant boost in financial exchanges in the future, based on agreed-upon plans.New opportunities for cooperationBefore going to the conference with Ayatollah Khamenei, Pezeshkian and the Emir held their own talks and revealed substantial decisions focused on strengthening bilateral relations and cultivating regional stability.Speaking at a joint press conference, Pezeshkian emphasized Irans dedication to detailed relations with neighboring countries, specifying, Iran believes regional nations can, based upon excellent neighborliness, mutual respect, and positive interaction, take steps towards preserving local stability and security and prepared for creating a joint cooperation framework.
He included that the talks covered bilateral problems essential to the interests of both nations.The Qatari Emir echoed this belief, underscoring the need of developing new opportunities for cooperation in between Iran and Qatar, according to Pezeshkian.
Sheikh Tamim also revealed complete satisfaction with his go to, mentioning that such journeys can assist broaden the brotherly and historic relations in between the 2 nations, which are based upon good neighborliness.
He highlighted discussions on cooperation throughout different fields, particularly in industrial and financial sectors.The leaders further dealt with local problems, consisting of the scenario in Syria.
Pezeshkian specified that he highlighted the conservation of the territorial integrity and sovereignty of Syria and the involvement of all its individuals in determining their fate.
Both leaders acknowledged the continuous Israeli war in Gaza, with Pezeshkian praising Qatars mediation efforts to accomplish a ceasefire in Gaza and the release of oppressed Palestinian abductees.
He likewise stressed the immediate need for Islamic nations to take more meaningful measures ...
to protect the oppressed people of Palestine, especially Gaza, adding that Palestinians in Gaza need to be able to lead a safe life in their historic land.
The Qatari emir affirmed Qatars dedication to moderating a long lasting ceasefire in Gaza, specifying, Today, I guaranteed the President of the Islamic Republic of Iran that Qatar and its partners are dedicated to mediating for the effective execution of this arrangement.
He expressed his belief that this mediation would be a basic action towards seeing an irreversible and sustainable ceasefire in Gaza and ensuring the shipment of humanitarian aid with no blockage.
Sheikh Tamim concluded by highlighting the importance of discussion in dealing with regional disputes, stating, We agreed that the best method to fix existing disagreements is through useful discussion.
He restated Qatars support for agreements that lead to stability and prosperity in the area.