RELATIONS between Russia and Iran are progressing very positively, Russian President Vladimir Putin said on Friday.
“I would like to note that relations between our countries are developing very positively,” Putin said at a meeting with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
Moscow and Tehran are discussing cooperation in the gas and electricity sectors and are working closely together on issues related to Iran’s nuclear programme at the UN, the president said.
Additionally, Russia and Iran are cooperating in various areas, including the Bushehr nuclear power plant and infrastructure development projects, such as the North-South corridor, Putin said.
Trade between both nations rose 13 per cent last year, and by another eight per cent this year, Putin noted.
“Last year, trade increased by 13 per cent, and this year, over the first three quarters, it has increased by eight per cent,” Putin said.
Tehran is committed to implementing the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement with Russia, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian said.
“According to the comprehensive strategic agreement, we are determined to implement all agreements,” the Iranian leader said at his meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin.
Pezeshkian also thanked Russia for supporting Iran on the international stage.
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