Iran Highlights Historic Ties With India Before BRICS Summit
· India · NDTV, ANI
Iran has reaffirmed the importance of its long-standing relationship with India ahead of President Masoud Pezeshkian's visit to New Delhi for the BRICS summit on September 12-13. Foreign Ministry Spokesperson Esmail Baghaei stated that Tehran intends to leverage the summit to deepen trade and strategic cooperation, specifically regarding the development of the Chabahar Port. This visit follows a recent bilateral meeting between President Pezeshkian and PM Narendra Modi on the sidelines of the SCO Summit in Bishkek. Iran views India as a vital diplomatic hub and a key partner for regional connectivity and logistics.
Why it matters
Strengthened diplomatic and economic ties between India and Iran, particularly regarding the Chabahar Port, are critical for regional trade and connectivity.
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