Iran, an influential regional country: Kyrgyz envoy

Shahr-e Kord, Chahar Mahal and Bakhtiari Prov, Aug 8, IRNA – Kyrgyz Ambassador to Tehran Medetkan Shermkulof here on Sunday referred to the Islamic Republic as an influential country in the region.

Talking to IRNA, he expressed his satisfaction with the current level of Tehran-Bishkek cooperation, saying bilateral relation is at the highest possible level.

The Kyrgyz ambassador reiterated that the prospect of bilateral cooperation is very bright, underlining the need for further expansion of all-out ties between the two friendly countries.

As to Iran-Kyrgyzstan close cultural relations, he said currently there are a number of Kyrgyz students studying at Iranian universities.

As to activities of Iranian companies in his country, Shermkulof said that some 180 Iranian companies including several trade organizations are active in various economic projects there.

Lauding numerous tourist attractions of this southwestern province, he said these significant tourist sites should be introduced to the world people.

Representatives of 30 different countries arrived in Shahr-e Kord Thursday to become familiar with the provincial potentials./end