Iran plays an important role in countering US hegemony – Mehr News Agency | Iran and world’s news
Mehr News Agency, International Group – Zahra Mirzafarjooyan: “Bolivia’s ambassador to Tehran, Romina Guadalupe Perez Romas, told Mehr that her country has great respect for Iran’s nuclear program and considers Iran’s access to peaceful nuclear activities to be its right.
He believes that Iran has a key role to play in countering US hegemony in the region, and that Iran’s cooperation with friendly countries plays a key role in thwarting US policies.
The following is a summary of this interview:
How do you assess the current level of Iran-Bolivia relations?
Iran-Bolivia relations have strengthened and stabilized since the presidency of Evo Morales. The two countries achieved a very important bilateral relationship in the field of politics as well as against US policies. The two countries also work closely together in international political relations. For example, our country, along with Iran, has condemned the US interventionist policies in the independence and internal affairs of other countries, as well as Israel’s policies towards the Palestinians.
We have always condemned Western ideals that are considered ideal for the world, and we believe that there should be a world full of peace and tranquility.
In what areas do you think the two countries can develop their cooperation?
In my opinion, the two countries can have a lot of cooperation in different fields. I think that Iran and Bolivia can work together in the political, economic, social and cultural fields as well.
I must first mention the political relations between the two countries. Political relations are at a very good level, and these good political relations determine the principles of Iran-Bolivia relations.
In the economic field, there are many projects and agreements between the two countries that are in the process. For example, Iran and Bolivia have very good cooperation in the field of nanotechnology. Iran has helped our country a lot in this regard. The Bolivian Military Institute is the leading body in this field in the country and much progress has been made in this field in Bolivia.
Another issue of cooperation between the two countries is academic cooperation. We have memoranda of understanding with Sharif University and Malik Ashtar University. During our recent visit to the universities of Isfahan and Yazd, it was decided to sign memoranda of understanding for academic cooperation.
Bolivia, like Iran, is considered one of the oldest civilizations in the world. Both Iran and Bolivia are members of the Summit of Ancient Civilizations in the World, which shows the antiquity of the two countries.
According to its constitution, Bolivia has no restrictions on religion, religion or culture. Therefore, we welcome any common belief and thought in the Islamic Republic of Iran.
* Have any measures been taken to develop cultural cooperation and increase the knowledge of the people of the two countries about each other’s culture?
Yes, the point you made is one of the policies of the Bolivian government. We plan to hold a student summit between Iranian students and Latin American revolutionary students, and this recognition among young people will also help advance the level of cultural relations between the two countries.
We are establishing a house of friendship between Iran and Bolivia, which will certainly be effective in the development of cultural relations between the two countries. As Bolivian Ambassador to Iran, I am fully prepared to advance these goals and see the future of relations between the two countries.
Q: How do you assess the future of relations between the two countries after the new government takes office in Iran?
For us, this government is as important as the previous one, because we respect the opinion of the people in electing the president of the country. Our relationship will continue as in the past. We believe that we can have a lot of cooperation with Iran in the current government.
Our government has always respected the policies of the Islamic Republic of Iran during these 40 years, and we consider the statements of the Supreme Leader of Iran as a roadmap not only for Iran but for all the people of the world.
* How do you see the impact of international cooperation between the two countries in thwarting US policies?
Iran plays a very important role in countering US hegemony in the region. Iran’s cooperation with its friendly countries in the face of US policies plays a crucial role in counteracting them. Bolivia has also made significant strides in Latin America. For us, countries that believe in independence are important, and we welcome the presence of developing countries that play an important role in the world, such as Russia, China, as well as Iran in our country.
As I said, the level of relations between Iran and Bolivia is very good, so the president of our country wanted to visit Iran and meet with the president of Iran, but unfortunately because of the destabilizing actions of the United States in Bolivia, which intend to destabilize the country. The meeting was canceled.
Q: Given that nothing is left until the start of the Vienna talks, how do you assess the US policies of bullying and sanctions in advancing the negotiation process?
First of all, I need to make the point that we have a lot of respect for Iran’s nuclear program and we consider Iran’s access to peaceful nuclear activities to be its right. Bolivia has always supported Iran’s peaceful nuclear program.
The United States, along with its proxies such as Saudi Arabia and the Israeli regime, does not want Iran to have access to alternative energy and seeks to impede Iran’s development.
On the other hand, the withdrawal of Donald Trump from a multilateral treaty showed that he does not adhere to any international law. The United States seeks to isolate Iran economically.
This bullying policy of the United States has always been with them and has never changed. The United States is accustomed to looting, aggression and sanctions against the people of the world.
Q: Given that you have been in Iran for a long time as Bolivian ambassador, what is your opinion about the Iranian people and culture?
During my stay in Iran, I have talked a lot with many people, both government officials and ordinary people. I have not seen anything but kindness from the Iranian people. Iran has an important place in my heart and I think part of my identity is being formed in Iran.
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