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Ortega said his visit is intended to "reinforce links" with Iran.
The official Iranian news agency IRNA reported that Ortega said countries in "the south" are at a historic crossroads that allows for greater unity.
Ahmadinejad visited Managua in January, shortly before Ortega's swearing-in as president.
The two leaders announced the restoration of full diplomatic relations and the reopening of embassies in each other's capitals.
Ortega was also expected to meet with Iranian Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, Foreign Minister Manuchehr Mottaki, and members of the parliamentary leadership.
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Posted June 11th, 2007 by Dinka
