The Iranian president made the remarks in a meeting with new Croatian Ambassador to Tehran, Esad Prohic, upon receiving his credentials.



Referring to great potentials in both countries, Ahmadinejad said there is no restriction on expansion of ties with Croatia. He added that the two states can boost bilateral ties independently.



The two nations share identical culture and history, he said adding that such elements would help strengthen bilateral

cooperation.



President Ahmadinejad voiced Tehran's readiness to boost bilateral ties with Zagreb in the areas of technology, energy, industry, agriculture, and trade.



For his part, the Croatian envoy, announced his country's satisfaction with the current level of bilateral relations and called for broadening of all-out ties.



He further underscored the need for further expansion of economic cooperation between the two capitals.

Tehran, Dec 23, IRNA