Damascus, IRNA – The minister of agriculture and agrarian reform of Syria appreciated Supreme Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, and the people and the government of Iran for their aid in the construction of wheat silos, dams, roads, and highways in Syria.

We are proud of this cooperation, Mohammed Hassan Qatana told IRNA on the sidelines of visiting the 42nd International Flowers Fair in Damascus on Sunday.

He also hailed the signing of seven agreements between Iran and Syria.

He noted that Syrian has extensive cooperation with Iran and has so far signed agreements with various Iranian producers.

The Islamic Republic of Iran plays a significant role in development in Syria, he said adding that Iran has provided assistance in transferring electricity to Syria.

He called for establishing cooperation with Iran in olive oil, milk, and agricultural machinery.

The 42nd International Flowers Fair is aimed at introducing Syrian flowers and plants and domestic and foreign advertising.

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