Iran, back into the world of global commerce after the lifting of financial sanctions, now looks for enhancing ties with the international community.
In his new post-sanction trip to Rome, as a potential investment bonanza for the country, Rouhani leads a strong delegation that includes Iranian entrepreneurs as well as the oil and gas minister and other government officials for four days in Paris and Rome.
When in Rome, President Rouhani will meet with Italian high-ranking officials, including President Sergio Mattarella, Prime Minister Matteo Renzi and a number of investors and big business heads.
After speaking to business leaders, Rouhani will head to the Vatican for talks with Pope Francis and the prime minister.