Iranian delegation arrives in Saudi Arabia to prepare for embassy reopening

  • 4/12/2023
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RIYADH: An Iranian delegation has arrived in Riyadh on Wednesday to prepare for the reopening of its embassy and consulate in Saudi Arabia.  “In accordance with the implementation of the agreement between Iran and Saudi Arabia on the resumption of diplomatic activities... the Iranian technical delegation arrived in Riyadh at midday Wednesday and was welcomed by Saudi officials,” Iranian foreign ministry spokesman, Nasser Kanaani, said in a statement.  “The Iranian delegation will take the necessary steps to reopen the embassy in Riyadh and the consulate general in Jeddah as well as the activities of Irans permanent representative in the (Jeddah-based) Organisation of Islamic Cooperation,” he said in a statement. The announcement came just days after a Saudi delegation made a similar visit to Irans capital, following a historic meeting in China between the two governments foreign ministers who vowed to bring stability to the turbulent region. (with agencies)

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