TEHRAN- Sudanese acting Foreign Minister Ali Sadeq is set to visit Tehran in response to an invitation from his Iranian counterpart.

The visit marks the first diplomatic engagement between the two nations since the termination of relations in 2016.

During his visit, discussions with prominent Iranian figures will take center stage, addressing key issues pivotal to the ongoing diplomatic re-engagement. 

This renewed dialogue follows the 2016 decision by Sudan to sever ties with Tehran in tandem with the strained relations between Tehran and Riyadh.

The Islamic Republic of Iran and Sudan jointly announced on October 9 their commitment to reinstating diplomatic ties, highlighting the culmination of recent high-level exchanges between the two nations. 

The joint statement underscores the decision to renew diplomatic relations, emphasizing principles such as mutual respect for sovereignty, equality, common interests, and peaceful coexistence.

Both nations have agreed to foster friendly relations, with plans to reopen embassies and undertake necessary preparations for official delegations, reflecting a shared commitment to enhancing cooperation. 

This positive step comes after a meeting between Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amir Abdollahian and his Sudanese counterpart, which took place on the sidelines of the Non-Aligned Movement (NAM) foreign ministers' gathering in Baku in June.