Syria,Iran ink MOU on economic cooperation,transfer of technology

TEHRAN, (ST) – Syria and Iran on Wednesday signed Memorandum of Understanding on economic cooperation and construction of power plant.

The agreement was signed by energy officials of the two countries in presence of Syrian Prime Minister Wael al-Halqi and Iran’s 1st Vice-President Mohammad Riza-Rahimi.

After signing a memorandum,the Syrian and Iranian officials attended a joint press conference.

Rahimi highlighted talks with senior Syrian officials in the past two days and said the two officials discussed avenues to broaden economic ,commercial,political,cultural and health care cooperation between the two countries.

He(Rahimi)s reiterated his country’s support to the Syrian government’s efforts to restore security and stability and combat terrorism, which is supported by Syria’s enemies in the West and the USA and their agents in the region.

Larijani: Iran is Committed to Provide All Forms of Support to Enhance Syria’s Steadfastness

Speaker of the Iranian Shura Council, Ali Larijani, stressed the importance of the political program which was launched by President Bashar al-Assad to solve the crisis in Syria,  voicing Iran’s support  to solve the crisis on the basis of dialogue and political and democratic means.

In a meeting with Premier al-Halqi and the accompanying delegation, Larijani expressed Iran’s commitment to stand by Syria on all levels, saying “Our duty is to offer all forms of support to enhance Syria’s steadfastness and help it overcome the current crisis and restore its security and stability.”

“Syria is facing economic pressure and several challenges in the oil, gas and electicity sectors because of its commitment to its national stances and supporting the resistance,”said the Premier al-Halqi.

He hailed the achievements of the Armed Forces in the face of terrorism and terrorist groups, stressing that Syria will achieve victory in its battle against terrorism thanks to the unity of its people and the support of its friends.

Al-Halqi expressed gratitude to Iran’s leadership and people for their stances in support of the Syrian people in face of terrorism.

The two sides reviewed cooperation and friendly relations between the two countries, stressing the importance of following up what has been agreed upon to facilitate entry of gas and gas oil into Syria.

M.D