Iran's President Hassan Rouhani, in a message on Sunday, extended his felicitations to Chadian President Idriss Déby Itno on the occasion of the country's National Day.

In his message, the Iranian President also called for promotion of bilateral relations in different areas, including politics, economy, science and culture.

President Rouhani also wished health and success for his Chadian counterpart and prosperity for the county.

Iran has striven hard to maximize relations with the African continent.

Iran is also an observing member of the AU and has shown an active presence in previous AU summit meetings.

The country is considered as one of the AU's strategic partners along with India, Japan, China, several South American states and Turkey, while Tehran is also believed to be prioritizing promotion of its economic and political ties with the African states.
 

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