Greece's premier in Iran to discuss expansion of ties

Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras arrived in the central Iranian city of Isfahan Saturday night on an official visit to the Islamic Republic aimed at strengthening bilateral political and economic relations.

According to Press TV, the Greek premier, heading a politico-economic delegation, was welcomed upon arrival by Isfahan's Governor General Rassoul Zargarpour.

Greek Minister of Foreign Affairs Nikos Kotzias, Minister of Environment and Energy Panagiotis Skourletis, Minister of Economy, Development and Tourism Georgios Stathakis and Deputy Foreign Minister Dimitris Mardas as well as a 50-member team of industrialists and businessmen are accompanying the prime minister.

During their day-long stay in Isfahan, Tsipras and his accompanying delegation will visit historical and cultural monuments in the city.

They are scheduled to leave Isfahan for Tehran later on Sunday to hold talks with senior authorities on ways of improving mutual relations and the latest regional and international developments in light of the implementation of the nuclear agreement between Iran and the 5+1 group.

Iran and Greece are set to sign agreements to boost cooperation in such sectors as trade, finance, tourism, cultural relations, housing and road construction, agriculture and pharmaceuticals.

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