Moscow: Iran's ambassador to Russia, Kazem Jalali, has emphasized the importance of expanding collaboration between the two countries, particularly in the area of sustainable development. Jalali met with Presidential Commissioner for Entrepreneurs' Rights of Russia, Boris Yuryevich Titov, in Moscow on Friday.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, the ambassador stated that independent countries can work together to counter the imposition of values by Western states, highlighting the need to preserve national values and traditions, particularly when articulating international objectives of sustainable development.

In response, Titov welcomed cooperation with Iran across various fields of sustainable development, stating that addressing challenges in that sector requires collective efforts from countries. He expressed Russia's readiness to share its successful experiences, particularly in the areas of economy and trade.

Also on Friday, the Iranian envoy participated in an Iftar ceremony hosted by Chairman of the Russian Council of Muftis, Ravil Gaynutdin. During the ceremony, Jalali highlighted the significance of strengthening ties between the Islamic societies of Iran and Russia. Gaynutdin noted that maintaining traditional values and fostering morals will enhance peace among religious followers and ethnic groups. He added that these are among the core religious diplomacy efforts echoed by religious leaders worldwide.