TEHRAN - Iran’s Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif has underlined the need for unity among Muslims to counter terrorism and extremism.
In a meeting with Sultan of Brunei Hassanal Bolkiah in Bandar Seri Begawan on Wednesday, Zarif said challenges facing the Islamic world are the result of terrorism and extremism, urging Muslims to strengthen unity to counter the scourges.
The Iranian foreign minister further called for the expansion of cooperation between Tehran and Bandar Seri Begawan in various areas.
Bolkiah, for his part, stressed unity among Muslims in the face of existing challenges and welcomed promotion of bilateral ties with the Islamic Republic in different sectors, including petrochemical industry, science and technology.
Zarif also held a separate meeting with Brunei’s Crown Prince al-Muhtadee Billah on Wednesday, during which the two officials discussed ways to bolster bilateral cooperation. (PressTV)