Statement by French President Jacques Chirac on Iran's Responsibility to Create a Climate of Trust (Excerpts)

August 28, 2006

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Iran will not achieve security by developing secret programmes, but rather by fully becoming part of the international community. I once again urge Tehran to take the necessary steps to create a climate of trust. There is still scope for dialogue. Iran is a great country. But recognition of its role also places it under an obligation - an obligation to allay apprehensions and to work for regional stability, as befits a responsible great country.

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