TEHRAN (Iran News) Amir Yousefi, President of the Gorgan Chamber of Commerce, welcomed the ambassador and described the visit as an honor and a valuable opportunity to strengthen bilateral relations. “This meeting is not merely a diplomatic event—it marks the beginning of a promising path in economic, commercial, and cultural cooperation between Iran and Uzbekistan,” Yousefi stated.

He emphasized the historical and cultural ties between the two countries and identified key areas of potential partnership, including energy, transportation, agriculture, technology, and tourism. “The private sector plays a crucial role in sustainable development,” Yousefi noted, adding that meaningful international trade thrives on trust and active engagement from entrepreneurs and businesspeople rather than solely on governmental agreements.

Highlighting Golestan Province’s commitment to this effort, Yousefi announced the province’s readiness to actively participate in advancing these initiatives. This includes hosting and sending trade delegations, supporting mutual investments, and implementing bilateral agreements.

According to Yousefi, Golestan exported approximately 719,000 tons of non-oil goods worth $463 million in 2024—a 32% increase in volume and a 42% rise in value compared to the previous year. Imports reached $63.4 million in the first nine months of the year, mainly comprising oil, soybeans, cotton, and machinery. Uzbekistan is already among Golestan’s key export markets.

Erazjan Shomali, Vice President of the Gorgan Chamber, shared his personal admiration for Uzbekistan, which he visited two months ago. “I was impressed by the country’s progress, urban order, cleanliness, and precise management,” he said, calling Uzbekistan a “brother nation” to Iran and a top choice for family travel.

Shomali praised the Uzbek people’s ability to balance strong Islamic values with a welcoming atmosphere for foreign tourists. He proposed launching a five-star passenger train connecting Golestan to Tashkent via Turkmenistan. “This could function as a mobile hotel and enhance tourism between our regions,” he suggested.

He also recommended organizing permanent or seasonal exhibitions of Uzbek products in Gorgan to introduce local goods and expand economic relations.

Saeed Safavi, also a board member, praised Uzbekistan’s industrial progress, particularly in textiles, after visiting several advanced facilities in Bukhara. “The textile factories are modern and well-equipped, demonstrating the government’s serious commitment to this industry,” he observed.

Safavi expressed Iran’s interest in importing Uzbek yarn for domestic textile production, particularly in Golestan, with the potential for re-exporting finished fabrics. He highlighted ongoing exports of fabric to Tashkent and said expanding connections with more Uzbek manufacturers could enhance trade for both countries.

In conclusion, Safavi voiced optimism that the meeting would open new doors for bilateral collaboration in textiles and related sectors, allowing the private sectors of both nations to realize their full potential.

This meeting marked a pivotal moment in Iran-Uzbekistan relations, showcasing Golestan Province’s role as a dynamic hub for trade, agriculture, tourism, and industrial cooperation. With mutual respect and a long-term vision, both sides appear poised to deepen their economic partnership.

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The main speakers of the event were the Ambassador of Kazakhstan to Iran

A.Orazbay, the Governor of Golestan Province H.Hakshinas, members of the Iranian Parliament G.Kukhsari and R.Sangdovini, a member of the Council for Ethnic Affairs of Golestan province and a member of the Kazakh diaspora T.Purbegei, the Head of the Representative Office of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs of Iran in Golestan province Z.Amirshahi, Head of the regional Chamber of Commerce A.Chuponi, as well as Iranian Ambassador to Kazakhstan S.Saber who participated in the videoconference format.

The Ambassador of Kazakhstan Askhat Orazbay in his speech told in detail about the achievements of the Republic of Kazakhstan over the years of independence, conducted reforms, internal political transformations, foreign policy initiatives implemented over 30 years, as well as the results in the development of Kazakh-Iranian relations.

The Ambassador emphasized the role of the First President of the Republic of Kazakhstan – Elbasy N.A. Nazarbayev in the success of the state.

The rest of the speakers of the round table also praised the achievements of Kazakhstan despite being a young and independent state, and great results in the development of bilateral relations between the two countries.

The high reputation of Kazakhstan in the world arena, which the country has achieved over the years of independence, was especially emphasized. The roundtable participants praised the economic reforms carried out over 30 years, thanks to which the young republic has transformed into the leader of Central Asia.

Noting the significant potential of the country, the speakers expressed high interest in cooperation with Kazakhstan in many areas, both at the interstate and interregional levels.

Within the framework of the round table, a video film about the achievements of Kazakhstan during the years of independence, Kazakh national music compositions, as well as national Kazakh costumes were presented to the attention of the participants.

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The forces seized 191 illegal weapons and arrested four people in the operation.

Iran’s Revolution Leader Ayatollah Khamenei had called for a tougher fight against gun-smuggling gangs. In a meeting with Police commanders of the country in late April, he referred to ‘the prohibition of arms trade’ as another important duty to be fulfilled by the Police Forces and stated “in some countries like the United States, the sale and purchase of weapons are allowed due to the profit arm manufacturers win; nevertheless, it causes problems for the people. In our country, however, this is not allowed and the prohibition must be enforced.”

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Iranian merchants exported over 321,000 tons of goods worth some $221.72 million from the northern Golestan province during the past 10 months through January 20, a senior official at the Islamic Republic of Iran’s Customs Administration said.

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Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said Monday that an Iranian-made satellite named ‘Payam’ will be put into orbit at 600 kilometers altitude above Earth in the near future.

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