Iran, Russia Strengthen Ties Through North-South Corridor and Energy Cooperation
TEHRAN - Iran and Russia are accelerating efforts to deepen bilateral cooperation, focusing on strategic transit routes, gas transportation, and trade development. Speaking at the 18th session of the Iran-Russia Permanent Commission for Economic Cooperation, Iranian Ambassador to Russia Seyed Kazem Jalali highlighted what he called a “golden era” in relations between the two neighboring nations.
New sanctions undermine U.S. claims of willingness to negotiate: Iran Foreign Ministry spokesperson
Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baqaei said that the United States’ new sanctions on Iran contradict its claims of readiness to negotiate with Iranian officials.
Iran Eyes Mining Sector to Boost Economic Ties With Uzbekistan
TEHRAN - Iran’s mining sector is poised to become a cornerstone for strengthening economic relations with Uzbekistan, according to Mohammad Aghajanlou, head of the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization (IMIDRO). Speaking at a meeting with Shakhrokh Gholamov, Uzbekistan’s Deputy Minister of Investment, Industry, and Trade, Aghajanlou highlighted the potential for collaboration in mining and mineral industries to drive bilateral ties.
Iran, Azerbaijan Poised for Stronger Economic Cooperation in Engineering,Construction Sectors
TEHRAN - In a recent meeting of the Iran Chamber of Commerce’s Commission for Engineering and Construction Services, experts emphasized the high potential for economic cooperation between Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan. The discussion focused on boosting Iran’s technical and engineering service exports and preparing the private sector for participation in international projects.
In a sign of progress, Iran says negotiations with the United States will enter the ‘technical’ phase
That the talks advance into the technical phase signify that the negotiating parties have reached an understanding on the fundamentals of the negotiations.
Iran Faces Water Stress But Food Security Remains Intact
TEHRAN - Iran is currently facing serious water stress, but national food security will not be compromised if the country continues to implement its comprehensive water roadmap, said Isa Bozorgzadeh, spokesperson for the country’s water industry.
Iran and Tajikistan stress enhancing defense cooperation
Iran and Tajikistan’s defense ministers agree to boost defense cooperation and combat terrorism.
Iran condemns Israel’s intensified attacks on Gaza and West Bank
Baqaei urges immediate actions by the governments and international organizations and human rights agencies to stop the genocide and killing in Gaza and the West Bank.
Iran and Turkey to Establish Joint Free Trade Zone
TEHRAN - Iran is moving forward with plans to establish joint free trade zones with neighboring countries, with Turkey being the top priority, according to Reza Masroor, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme Council of Free and Special Economic Zones. The move is part of a broader strategy to attract investment and boost regional economic integration.
Araghchi says Iran, US moved closer to establishing ‘basis of negotiations’
Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi says the first round of indirect negotiations between Iran and the United States in Oman brought the two sides closer to establishing “the basis of negotiations” for future discussions.