BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 23. Iran’s President
Masoud Pezeshkian stated that the Islamic Republic of Iran has
consistently regarded the African continent as a strategic partner,
with ties grounded in long-term engagement and mutual benefits,
Trend
reports.
He made the remarks on Monday in Tehran during talks with
Célestin Simporé, the visiting Minister of War and Defense of
Burkina Faso.
Pezeshkian noted that Iran is firmly committed to expanding
comprehensive cooperation with African nations within the framework
of balanced diplomacy and is prepared to draw on its broad
capacities to strengthen bilateral relations.
The president also commended the independence-driven mindset and
anti-hegemony stance of Burkina Faso’s leadership and people,
voicing confidence that, through national resolve and internal
cohesion, they will succeed in combating terrorism and
extremism.
For his part, Simporé expressed satisfaction with the meeting
and extended congratulations to the Iranian government and nation
on the advent of the holy month of Ramadan. He also lauded the
Iranian people’s resilience in the face of decades of pressure and
sanctions.
Highlighting Iran’s advancements over the past forty years,
particularly in defense industries and cutting-edge technologies,
Simporé described these accomplishments as evidence of national
strength, strategic self-sufficiency, and effective management
under international constraints.
