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Spox: Rouhani to discuss developing ties with Japan in Tokyo

Tabriz, Dec 14, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Ministry Spokesman Abbas Mousavi said developing relations between Iran and Japan will be the main objective of President Hassan Rouhani's upcoming visit to Japan.

Increase in Iran-S Korean trade "necessary"

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – An Iranian parliamentarian said that South Korea and Iran need to increase the level of their trade exchanges, adding that among the good trade partners of Iran is South Korea whose goods are highly demanded in Iran.

Lebanon can use national currency with Iran to ease financial crisis: expert

Beirut, Dec 14, IRNA – A Lebanese analyst suggested in an interview with IRNA that Beirut use national currency in trade with Tehran in order to ease the financial crisis.

Larijani says APA effective to boost Asian status

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – Iranian Majlis (Parliament) Speaker Ali Larijani said on Saturday that the Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) has been effective to boost the Asian status.

Iran to help Pakistan develop traditional exercises (Zurkhaneh sports)

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – Iran and the International Zurkhaneh Sports Federation will help Pakistan develop traditional exercises called (Zurkhaneh Sports), Pakistani coach Zakir Ali Khan said on Saturday.

Malaysian PM says US sanctions on Iran violate UN Charter, Int'l Law

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – The US sanctions on Iran are in total violation of the United Nations Charter and the International Law, Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohammad said on Saturday.

Zarif off to Doha to attend Forum 2019

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif left Tehran for Doha, Qatar to participate in Doha Forum 2019.

Iran rock climbers bag gold, silver medals in Asian Youth Champs

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – Iranian female rock climbing team received three medals in the 2019 Asian Youth Sport Climbing Championship which is underway in Bangalore, India.

Kermanshah province to cooperate with ECO on tourism investment

Kermanshah, Dec 14, IRNA – Deputy Director of Kermanshah Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicrafts Department said on Saturday that the provincial officials are willing to attract investment from private sectors of member states of the Economic Cooperation Organization by introduction of tourism projects.

Majlis speaker off to Turkey to attend Asian Parliament Assembly

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – Iranian Majlis (Parliament) Speaker Ali Larijani, heading a delegation, departed for Turkey on Saturday to take part in the 12th Asian Parliamentary Assembly (APA) Plenary Session.

Larijani says Asian Parliamentary Assembly has focused on trade ties

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – Iranian Parliament speaker said that the Asian Parliamentary Assembly has focused on development of trade ties among the member states and consultations on the fact that fair trade and economic cooperation serve sustainable security of the member states.

Headlines in Iranian English-language dailies on Dec 14

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA – The following headlines appeared in the English-language newspapers in the Iranian capital on Saturday:

'Sorkhpoust' to participate in three int'l festivals

Tehran, Dec 14, IRNA -- Iran's feature movie ‘Sorkhpoust’ directed by Nima Javidi will take part in three international film festivals by December 21.

Commander: Iran sends message of friendship to neighbors

Moscow, Dec 13, IRNA - Deputy Chief of Staff of the Iranian Armed Forces for the International Affairs, Brigadier General Qadir Nezami said Iran conveys the message of friendship and brotherliness to neighbors and especially neighboring states.

EEC chief praises Iran envoy’s efforts

Moscow, Dec 13, IRNA - Chairman of the board of the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) Tigran Sargsyan described as important Iran’s joining to EEC and thanked Iranian envoy to Russia Mehdi Sanaei for his efforts for signing the agreement.

Spox: East Azarbaijan plays major role in developing foreign relations

Tabriz, Dec 13, IRNA – Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi said East Azarbaijan Province plays pivotal role in developing relations with neighboring states in northwestern Iran.

Official terms media communications as powerful tool for interaction

Beijing, Dec 13, IRNA - Director of the Islamic Republic News Agency (IRNA) referred to media communications as a powerful tool for establishing interaction among nations.

Iran wins Day of Children Wrestling tournament

Tehran, Dec 13, IRNA – Iranian wrestling team ranked first in the Day of Children International Tournament which was held in Iran.

US impedes issuing statement over negative impact of sanctions on humanitarian aid

Tehran, Dec 13, IRNA – The US delegation in the 33rd International Conference of the Red Cross and Red Crescent impeded ratification of an article over negative impact of sanctions on rendering humanitarian aid to those affected by natural disasters.

IRGC arrests four members of monarchist network in Isfahan

Isfahan, Dec 13, IRNA – The Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) announced that four members of a so-called monarchist network were arrested in Isfahan, center of Iran on Friday.

'Diapason' qualified for Kolkata Independent Film Festival

Tehran, Dec 13, IRNA -- Iran's movie ‘Diapason’ directed by Hamed Tehrani and produced by Alireza Shojanouri will be screened in the international section of the Kolkata Independent Film Festival.

Sabzevar cotton production doubles

Sabzvar, Dec 13, IRNA – Some 14,000 tons of cotton were harvested in Sabzevar, Khorasan Razavi province this year, up by twofold compared to the figure for the last Iranian year (ended March 20).

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Second Int'l Persian language teaching conference opens in Cambridge University

London, Dec 13, IRNA – Second International Persian Language Teaching Conference opened in the University of Cambridge and will continue until Friday.

Iran's envoy, Omani deputy heritage, culture minister meet

Tehran, Dec 13, IRNA – Iran's Ambassador to Oman Mohammad Reza Nouri-Shahroudi and Undersecretary of Oman's Ministry of Heritage and Culture Sheikh Hamad bin Hilal Al-Ma'amari discussed cultural ties and joint activities late on Thursday.

Iran, Russia underline boosting mutual cooperation

Moscow, Dec 13, IRNA – Iran's Ambassador to Moscow Mehdi Sanaei and Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Igor Morgulov on Friday stressed the need for promoting mutual cooperation in all fields.

Iran voices concern over lack of tribal diversity in UNODC

London, Dec 13, IRNA -- Iran's Ambassador and Permanent Representative to the UN and other international organizations in Vienna Kazem Gharibabadi on Thursday expressed concern over low profile presence of developing countries in United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC), calling for creating geographical balance among its staff.

Promoting Iran-Uzbekistan cooperation essential: Official

Tehran, Dec 13, IRNA -- Deputy head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture said on Thursday that promoting all-out collaboration between Iran and Uzbekistan, especially in the field of technical and engineering services, is essential.

German FM's remarks irresponsible, meddlesome, spox says

Tehran, Dec 13, IRNA – Foreign Ministry spokesman Abbas Mousavi described German foreign minister's recent statements as irresponsible and meddlesome, saying that such words cannot cover up some European states' failure to abide by JCPOA and their passivity regarding the US economic terrorism.

Promoting ties with Uzbekistan of high significance to Iran, minister says

Tehran, Dec 12, IRNA – Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade Reza Rahmani said at the 13th Meeting of Iran-Uzbekistan Joint Cooperation Commission that presence of 50 Iranian companies in the summit, holding mutual trade conference as well as exclusive exhibition in Tashkent indicate significance of mutual trade and economic collaboration.