KUALA LUMPUR, April 1 - Prime Minister Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim received a phone call from Iranian President Dr Masoud Pezeshkian to discuss efforts to strengthen Malaysia-Iran bilateral ties and exchange Aidilfitri greetings.

"We expressed our commitment to continue strengthening the friendly relations between the two countries, especially by increasing investment and trade, as well as expanding cooperation in various potential areas," he said in a Facebook post last night.

He also stated that the Malaysian Foreign Minister's visit to Tehran last month brought positive developments in Malaysia-Iran bilateral relations and cooperation.

"Therefore, I will ensure the continuation of this visit by expediting and facilitating all efforts to expand cooperation in the fields of investment, trade, education, research and others," he said.

In addition, Anwar also expressed Malaysia's appreciation for Iran's firm stance in fighting for the rights and justice of the Palestinian people and against Israeli oppression.

"We believe that solidarity and unity among Islamic countries and citizens of the world are very important in efforts to ensure lasting justice and peace in the land of Gaza," he added.