Speaking at the meeting with Serbian Foreign Minister Nikola Selaković, Rouhani said that Iran has always supported the national unity of Serbia, emphasizing the need to strengthen international cooperation between Tehran and Belgrade.

Rouhani stated that Iran believes in the importance of maintaining peace, stability and security in the Balkans and the peaceful coexistence of all ethnic and racial groups, adding: “Fighting terrorism and establishing peace, stability and security requires cooperation and efforts by all countries”.

Rouhani also referred to the imposition of illegal sanctions and the three-year US economic war against the Iranian nation, saying: “With the changes in the international arena and the desire of the new US administration to return to the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA), with the complete lifting of sanctions, a new atmosphere will be created for Iran's cooperation and economic interactions with the world, and it is better for friendly countries to try to seize this opportunity”.

During the meeting, the Serbian Foreign Minister stressed that his country has always been determined to have friendly relations with Iran, emphasizing the development and deepening of relations between the two countries in areas of mutual interest.

Nikola Selaković added: “We have always supported –and continue to support- the JCPOA and the peaceful goals of the Iran’s nuclear programme, and we hope that the problems related to this international agreement will be resolved as soon as possible”.