In a meeting with Sierra Leone’s Minister of Gender and Children’s Affairs Isata Mahoi, Khazali touched upon some of Iran’s achievements regarding the issue of women and family.
She expressed hope that the relations between Iran and Sierra Leone would expand, especially in the economic field.
Referring to the ongoing Israeli war in the Gaza Strip and the siege imposed by the Tel Aviv regime on the coastal sliver, the Iranian vice president said, “Ramadan is a month to take care of the needy and as you know the situation in Gaza is very difficult and we have a responsibility to fight the issue of hunger in Gaza… We hope that all countries will unite to take action against the Zionist regime.”
Mahoi, for her part, said that her country is willing to use Iran’s experiences in fighting against corruption.
She also expressed hope that the relations between her country and Iran would further expand.
Khazali also met and held talks with Mahinur Özdemir Göktaş, the Minister of Family and Social Services of Turkey, in New York.
We have a duty to take serious action regarding the women of Gaza, and I hope that the countries, especially the Islamic countries, will put an end to the difficult conditions of the people of Gaza in a coordinated action, the Iranian official said.
The Turkish minister, for her part, said that Tehran and Ankara have deep historical and cultural ties. She also thanked the Islamic Republic of Iran for its unwavering support when Turkey was hit by the earthquake.
Considering the threats and challenges in the region, strengthening relations between countries is very important, she added, adding, “Gaza and Palestine are sacred to us; We stood by them years ago and we stand by them now.”
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