WANA (July 10) – The President of Venezuela, Nicolás Maduro, in a phone conversation with Masoud Pezeshkian, the newly elected President of Iran, congratulated him on his election victory.

 

The leaders of the two countries expressed their desire to “enhance long-term strategic relations” and committed to holding a “high-level meeting” in the near future.

 

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Iran and Venezuela have developed a close and strategic relationship over the years, marked by extensive cooperation in economic, political, and military spheres. Both countries, facing international sanctions and geopolitical pressures, have found common ground in their resistance to Western influence and pursuit of a multipolar world order.

 

Their partnership includes joint ventures in energy, agriculture, and infrastructure projects, as well as mutual support in international forums. This alliance not only helps them bolster their economies but also strengthens their diplomatic leverage on the global stage.

 

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi's visit to Venezuela. June 13, 2023. President office / WANA News Agency

Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s visit to Venezuela. June 13, 2023. President office / WANA News Agency