SHANA� � Iranian Minister of Petroleum Bijan Zangeneh sent a congratulatory message to the Christians all over the world and the Christian staff of the Iranian oil industry on the birth anniversary of Jesus Christ (PBUH) and beginning of the year 2019.

In his message, Mr. Zangeneh paid tribute to Prophet Jesus (PBUH) as the prophet of peace and friendship.

He also expressed hope to witness growing welfare, empathy and peace for all people around the world in the new Christian year.