IRNA � Enemies are trying to weaken Iran's defense power, Defense Minister Brigadier General Amir Hatami said on Monday.


The animosity of the arrogant powers against Iranian people continues, Hatami said visiting Malek-Ashtar University of Technology.

The university should be able to fulfill all requirements of the defense industries and armed forces in the face of threats, Hatami said.

The Iranian minister also urged employing scientific and academic capacities of the country.

Iran's defense industry needs synergy, coordination and more interaction in line with the developed industry and scientific centers of the country.

Iranian Defense Ministry is ready to present its experience and capacities to universities and the industry sector, the general added.

Malek Ashtar University of Technology is a public research university of engineering, science, and military in Iran. Founded in 1984, MUT's main campus is located at Tehran, the capital of Iran. Its other campuses are located in Isfahan and Orumiyeh (Urmia).