Manila, Feb. 7 -- The Philippines, through the Department of Foreign Affairs (DFA), expressed interest to promote and "revitalize" its relations with Iran as the two nations mark 61 years of diplomatic ties.

During the Iranian National Day reception in Taguig City on Thursday night, DFA Undersecretary Eduardo Jose de Vega recognized the friendly ties the two states enjoyed since 1964.

In his remarks, de Vega said the DFA looks forward to Tehran's hosting of the next round of bilateral meeting between the governments on various areas, including on agriculture, science and technology, culture and the arts, tourism, and multilateral diplomacy.

"We are looking forward to Iran's hosting of the next Joint Consultative Committee Meeting (JCCM...