BAKU, Azerbaijan, December 15. Iran is
interested in developing relations with Belarus within regional and
international organizations in the interests of both countries, the
Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi said at a joint
press conference with Belarusian Foreign Minister Maxim Ryzhenkov,
Trend reports.
According to Araghchi, both Iran and Belarus are members of key
international organizations, including the Eurasian Economic Union,
the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and BRICS, where they
collaborate closely.
He emphasized that the Iranian government attaches significant
importance to fostering relationships with countries committed to
mutually beneficial and joint cooperation with Iran. "Among these
nations, Belarus holds a special place in Iran's strategic vision,"
Araghchi stated, adding that both countries aim to advance their
mutual interests, leveraging the existing potential of their
respective economies.
The Iranian minister also highlighted that fruitful discussions
had recently taken place between officials from Iran and Belarus,
resulting in an agreement on a roadmap for bilateral cooperation in
the coming year. This framework is designed to maximize all
available opportunities to enhance economic ties.
Furthermore, Araghchi pointed out that both Iran and Belarus
face the challenge of unilateral sanctions imposed by Western
powers. In response, the two nations work together within
international organizations to oppose these restrictive measures
and advocate for the removal of illegal sanctions.
Meanwhile, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Aragchi visited
Belarus today.
