Iran-Afghanistan-Ties
Afghan Ambassador to Tehran, Mohammad Yahya Maroufi, here on Monday lauded Iran's key role in establishment of peace and security in his country.

Talking to IRNA, he appreciated the Islamic Republic of Iran's participation in the Afghanistan's reconstruction operation.

Referring to Tehran-Kabul amicable ties, he called for further expansion of all-out relations between the two neighboring states.

He added that Kabul attaches great importance to expansion of ties with Tehran.

Both Iran and Afghanistan are victims of traffic of narcotic drugs and terrorism, he said underscoring the need for closer cooperation between the two states in order to solve the existing problems.

He further outlined great efforts made by the Afghan government to combat smuggle of illicit drugs.

As to the latest developments in the region, the Afghan envoy urged all regional states to help settle the existing crises.

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