Tehran: Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian has extended his congratulations to his Kyrgyz counterpart, Sadyr Japarov, and the people of Kyrgyzstan on the Central Asian country's election as a non-permanent member of the United Nations Security Council.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, in his message, Pezeshkian hailed Kyrgyzstan's victory for the 2027-2028 term as a clear indication of the international community's trust and respect for Kyrgyzstan's constructive role in regional and global affairs.

Pezeshkian expressed confidence that Kyrgyzstan's presence on the Security Council will help ensure that the perspectives and concerns of developing countries and emerging regions, including Central Asia, are better reflected in international decision-making.

He further noted that Kyrgyzstan's new role would contribute to consolidating peace, stability, and sustainable development at both the regional and global levels.