Speaking at the
opening of the Third Iran-Africa Economic Cooperation Summit in Tehran,
attended by representatives from 51 African nations, Pezeshkian offered
condolences to the victims of a recent explosion at Shahid Rajaee Port and
expressed hopes for the swift recovery of the injured.
“We live together
on this small planet, divided by names like Africa, Asia, and America, but
ultimately sharing the same earth,” Pezeshkian told the gathering at the
Islamic Summit Conference Hall. “God has bestowed blessings upon us, and we
should strive to benefit from them together.”
Quoting verses
from the Quran, Pezeshkian emphasized humanity’s unity and called for justice,
fairness, and the rejection of aggression. He criticized "greedy and
aggressive groups" that, he said, violate the rights of others, expel
populations, and commit atrocities under the guise of human civilization.
“Our belief in
Iran is that we all come from a single origin and belong to one united
community. Superiority lies only in humanity, capability, and service to
others,” Pezeshkian said.
The president
underscored Iran’s willingness to share its achievements in health, trade,
industry, agriculture, security, and peace with African nations to help build a
world of prosperity, peace, and security for all.
“We must extend
helping hands, fostering a world filled with health, love, freedom, and
humanity, instead of planting seeds of hatred and division,” he said.
Highlighting the
role of brotherhood and compassion in creating a better world, Pezeshkian
called for strengthened trade and cooperation. “We can build a future filled
with love, mercy, and humanity for all peoples,” he added.
The summit,
attended by Iran’s First Vice President, officials from the Ministry of
Industry, Mine and Trade, and senior African representatives, aims to deepen
economic ties and explore new areas of cooperation.