Foreign Ministry Welcomes Joint Tripartite Statement in Beijing

The Ministry of Foreign Affairs has welcomed the joint tripartite statement issued on Friday in Beijing by representatives of the governments of Saudi Arabia, the Islamic Republic of Iran and the People’s Republic of China regarding resumption and restoration of the diplomatic relations between Riyadh and Tehran.

In a statement issued, the Foreign Ministry praised the diplomatic efforts and the adoption of the principle of direct dialogue between the two countries and consolidation of the concepts of good neighborliness, and highly appreciated the sincere efforts of the mediation countries, led by the People’s Republic of China, which contributed to reaching common ground and bringing the views closer between the two countries and giving priority to common interests, which will inevitably reflect its positive effects on the overall regional situation at present and future.