IRNA - Iran stood by Syria in fighting terrorism and supports by the country played an important role in reducing challenges imposed on Syrian people, the Syrian Prime Minister said.

Imad Khamis made the remarks Wednesday in an interview with Al Mayadeen TV channel.

Iran and Syria have long-standing ties and we mulling over establishing economic relations with the country, Khamis said.

He appreciated Iran for supports it provided for the Syrian people.

There is now tendency among Syrian companies to engage with the countries of the East ,especially Iran, Russia and China, he added.