Iran, Russia’s Presidents Sign Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement

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Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and his Russian counterpart signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement in a special ceremony held in Moscow on Friday. 

Speaking at a joint press conference following the signing event, Pezeshkian said the agreement will open a new chapter in relations between the two countries in all arenas, notably in the economic sector.

“This document, which has been drawn up based on the two countries’ interests, can chart the path of cooperation between Iran and Russia with a bright horizon,” he added.

He said both Tehran and Moscow are determined to remove obstacles to customs tariffs, banking, investment guarantees, facilitation of meetings among traders and visa issues.

The Iranian president noted that the document includes increasing the level of exchanges by utilizing the capacities and capabilities within the Eurasian Economic Union.

It also emphasized the importance of improving bilateral cooperation on issues such as the fight against extremism, terrorism and organized violence, Pezeshkian added.

Meantime, Sputnik reported that the new agreement replaces a previous cooperation framework signed in 2001 — and reflects the enhanced level of relations between the two nations.

Work on the agreement began in 2022, and by June 2023 the text had been finalized. The document sets ambitious goals, targeting stable and sustainable development for both countries and the broader region.

“Great prospects are opening up for us in connection with the development of the INSTC,” Putin told reporters after talks with Pezeshkian. “Discussions continue on issues related to the construction of its section that includes the Rasht-Astara railroad line.”

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“The flagship joint project for the construction of two new Bushehr NPP units by Rosatom is progressing,” Putin added.

“Its implementation will certainly make a significant contribution to strengthening Iran’s energy security, stimulate further growth of the national economy, and provide Iranian households and industrial enterprises with inexpensive and environmentally friendly electricity.”

Tasnim News Agency

Tasnim News Agency, which claims to be a private news agency in Iran but is reported be close to the IRGC, was launched in 2012. Its purpose is to cover a variety of political, social, economic and international subjects along with other fields.

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