TEHRAN – Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif said on Monday that he will elaborate on the views of Iranian President Hassan Rouhani’s next government at the Oslo Forum.

The policy elaboration is in conformity with Iran’s principled position as a peace-seeking country, Zarif stated.

Upon his arrival in Oslo, he said given the tension among the neighboring countries in the Middle East, it is essential to expand international efforts to avoid a new crisis.

In his two-day visit to Nordic state, Zarif plans to present a speech at the Oslo Forum which convenes senior conflict mediators, high level decision makers, key peace process actors, analysts and experts in an informal and discreet retreat to share their experiences, identify challenges and reflect on mediation practice.

This year’s summit is to be held under the title, “Peace Making in the New Era of Geopolitics”.

Zarif said, “This forum will be an opportunity to exchange views given the presence of international politicians and thinkers. During the meetings, we will focus on regional issues and fight against extremism and terrorism which have highly endangered our region and also the international community.”

The Iranian foreign minister plans to meet with EU foreign policy chief Federica Mogherini on the sidelines of the forum.

NA/PA