Iran’s Rouhani leaves for Thailand

By  Trend

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani has left for Bangkok, Thailand’s capital, on the final leg of his three-nation tour of Southeast Asia.

President Rouhnai Oct. 8 left Malaysia capital city of Kuala Lumpur for Thailand to discuss expansion of trade ties, IRNA news agency reported.

The Iranian president launched his Asian tour on Wednesday morning. The Vietnamese capital of Hanoi was his first destination.

Before departure, Rouhani briefed reporters about his agenda of talks in the three countries.

He described Asia as a highly important continent for Iran, adding, “The 21st century belongs to Asia.”

An economic delegation has accompanied President Rouhani during the visit where a couple of documents on cooperation have already been signed.