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Japan-Iran Vice-Ministerial Consultation
May 12, 2025
On May 12th, for approximately 2 hours, Mr. NAMAZU Hiroyuki, Senior Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, held the Japan-Iran Vice-Ministerial Consultation during his visit to Iran with H.E. Dr. Majid Takht-Ravanchi, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs for Political Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
- In the meeting, both sides exchanged candid views on Iran’s nuclear issue, regional affairs, bilateral relationship between Japan and Iran, and other issues.
- Senior Deputy Minister Namazu welcomed the recent talks between the United States and Iran, and while stressing the importance of advancement of dialogue and further cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA), stated that it is essential for Iran to take constructive and concrete actions in order to advance talks towards a peaceful resolution of the nuclear issue.
Senior Deputy Minister Namazu also stated that Japan will continue to make diplomatic efforts towards the peace and stability of the Middle East region. - Both sides affirmed to continue the multilayered dialogue between Japan and Iran on regional affairs, bilateral relationship, and other issues.