TEHRAN- Spain's ambassador to Iran has emphasized the importance of enhancing collaboration between Iran and Spain's think tanks.

During a joint meeting with the board of representatives from the Yazd Chamber of Commerce on Saturday, Sánchez-Benedito stated his commitment to fostering academic ties with Tehran.

The ambassador highlighted the necessity of strengthening the relationship between Iran and Spain. 

He noted that several memoranda of understanding (MoUs) have already been established between the two nations and urged for the execution of these cooperative agreements.

According to Benedito, Iran and Spain share many similarities, and both nations take pride in their historical connections.

Benedito also remarked that the peaceful coexistence of followers of various divine religions in Yazd serves as a model for the world. 

Additionally, the Elcano Royal Institute previously concentrated on matters concerning international relations, security, and the economy in Iran, expressing a keen interest in engaging with Iranian researchers, policymakers, and think tanks on topics of shared significance.