Iranian relations within the framework of good neighborly ties, joint interests and non-interference in internal affairs. It expressed optimism that Iran would opt for remarkable steps to enhance trust that could lead to accomplishing security and stability as well as ensuring welfare for all people in the region. The Ministerial Council also discussed a number of important issues in regional and international arenas and reaffirmed its well-known and durable stances in this regard. It supported the right of the United Arab Emirates' sovereignty over its three islands, namely the bigger Tunb, the smaller Tunb and Abu Musa as well as the territorial water, air space, 'Al-Jarf (continental) enclave', and the economic zone of the three islands as the 'indivisible parts of the United Arab Emirates.' The Ministerial Council expressed sorrow that contacts with Iran had failed to produce any positive results that could have led to finding a solution to the issue of these three islands and contributing to strengthening the region's security and stability. The Ministerial Council took into consideration all peaceful means that could lead to the restoration of the right of the UAE for its three islands. It invited Iran to respond to the efforts of the UAE and the international community to resolve this issue through direct negotiations or refer this to the international court of justice. --MORE 1305 Local Time 1005 GMT
