Iran, Japan accentuate dialogue to resolve Tehran’s nuclear issue
Iran and Japan underscored the significance of dialogue to resolve a long-standing dispute over Iran’s nuclear program.
On Monday, Iran’s Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi in a phone call with his Japanese counterpart Takeshi Iwaya exchanged views on regional and international issues and stressed the need to employ diplomacy to resolve issues, especially a dispute over Iran’s nuclear activities.
Araqchi and Iwaya emphasized the necessity for the continuation of dialogue and consultations to strengthen the relations between Iran and Japan and ensure peace and stability in the region.
Japan’s Foreign Ministry said in a statement that the 30-minute phone call involved “frank discussions” on various issues concerning Iran, including its nuclear program.
Iwaya expressed deep concern over the current situation and emphasized the importance of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA).
He stressed the need for Iran to take constructive and tangible steps to advance discussions aimed at peacefully resolving its nuclear issue.