Tehran, Dec 1, IRNA -- The UNDP Resident Representative in Iran, Gary Lewis, in Tehran on Monday lauded good cooperation between Iran and the UN about the issues consistent with women and said Iranian women are in a more favorable condition than those in the region.
Speaking to the Conference of Women Entrepreneurship in the Islamic Countries, held at Iran Chamber of Commerce, Lewis said Iran has implemented very good programs for women education and health, which is favorable.
He lauded suitable and helpful cooperation of Iranian officials with the UN to improve status of women.
He said the UN has seriously followed its activities in connection with women since 2011.