In a meeting with Uzbek Foreign Minister Vladimir Norov, Ahani said, “Finding a solution to the problems of Afghanistan necessitates negotiation and cooperation between regional countries.”
The veteran Iranian diplomat said the presence of foreign troops in Afghanistan has only added to the “spread of terrorism” and a huge increase in drugs production in the Central Asian country.
The Uzbek minister also said consultations between Tehran and Tashkent over regional issues including Afghanistan will be helpful.
Vladimir Norov called Iran an important trade partner of Uzbekistan and called for expanding relations in different areas.
He also said Uzbekistan will participate in the ECO summit in Tehran at a senior level.
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