IRNA � Iranian foreign minister urged the European Union's practical steps to protect the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) achievements.


He made the remarks in a meeting with Massimo D'Alema, Italy's former foreign minister on the sidelines of 2nd Tehran Security Conference 2018: Regional Security in West Asia, Emerging challenges and Trends.

In the meeting, D'Alema, for his part, stressed supporting the nuclear deal with Iran.

He also called for boost of economic cooperation between Iran and the European Union.

Zarif and D'Alema discussed the latest regional developments, including Syria and Iraq.

The 2nd Tehran Security Conference 2018: Regional Security in West Asia, Emerging challenges and Trends started in Iran capital city on Monday with a speech delivered by Foreign Minister Zarif.