IRNA - Spanish Prime Minister Mariano Rajoy in a message on Sunday congratulated the re-election of President-elect Hassan Rouhani to the top executive post.

�I am confident that the two countries can help restore peace and stability to the Middle East region,' Rajoy said.

The Spanish premier hailed Rouhani�s performance during his first term in office which resulted in normalization of ties with different world countries.

�I hope and am confident that we can help to restoration of peace and stability to the region,� Rajoy said.

He said that Spain and Iran have good relations which can undoubtedly help uphold success and welfare of their citizens.