Press Release

 27th October, 2015
        

        Ambassador ShriSaurabh Kumar presented his credentials to H.E. President of the Islamic Republic of Iran Dr. Hassan Rouhani at a formal ceremony in Tehran on October 27, 2015.

        Ambassador conveyed greetings of the Government and the people of India to H.E. Dr. Hassan Rouhani.  President Rouhani welcomed Ambassador to Iran and noted that India and Iran have historical and friendly ties, which are both extensive and deep. President Rouhani recalled his meeting with the Prime Minister in Ufa in July 2015, and emphasized the immense possibilities for bilateral cooperation between the two countries. He said that efforts should be made to realize the potential.  Ambassador responded that this was also the desire of the Government of India.  He added that he would work towards this objective. President Rouhani reiterated his invitation to the Prime Minister to visit Iran. He wished Ambassador all success during his tenure in Iran and assured him full support from his government in this regard.

Embassy of India
Tehran
27th October, 2015