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.