The message reads that the 'Government of Prudence and Hope' attaches special value to independent countries in line with promoting cooperation will all the nations in the world. Venezuela has a special status in this regard.

Rouhani hoped that mutual cooperation between Iran and Venezuela would further improve in areas of mutual interest.

Deepening collaboration between friend states will act as a powerful means against excessive demands of the hegemonic powers, he said.

The Iranian president wished his Venezuela counterpart health and success and the nation dignity and prosperity.

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