SHIRAZ, Fars Province French Ambassador to Iran Philippe de Suremain said here Saturday that the trip by President Mohammad Khatami to France had important influence on the world and French public opinion.
In a meeting with the mayor of this southern capital, he added that Iran and France should expand relations in relation with the smaller cities and said Relations should not be only limited to the higher diplomatic levels.'' He added that the increase in exchanges at local levels will be positive experiences for Iran and will also help solidify bilateral ties between the two countries.
He refereed to the interest that the French show for the Iranian cities and specially Shiraz, adding Even the people in the remotest part of France are familiar with Shiraz as is indicated by the visit of many French tourists to the city.'' The French ambassador also said that Iran and France could cooperate in many fields including water networks, the environment, and transportation.
(IRNA)