BAKU, Azerbaijan, February 18. The development
of joint projects within transit corridors is set to open a new
chapter in comprehensive relations between Iran and Russia and
foster significant progress, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian
stated, Trend
reports.
Speaking at a meeting in Tehran with Russian Energy Minister
Sergei Tsivilev, Pezeshkian emphasized that advancing cooperation
between the two countries will positively impact regional economic
stability.
He added that official Tehran is fully committed to implementing
the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Agreement between Iran and
Russia. The agreement is being applied diligently and efficiently,
with cooperation in transportation, energy, oil and gas,
agriculture, food products, defense, and security all receiving
focused attention.
Minister Tsivilyev confirmed that Russia will continue its
collaboration with Iran and stressed that no party can hinder the
strategic partnership between the two nations.
Russia and Iran signed an agreement on May 17, 2023, to build
the Rasht-Astara railroad in Gilan province in northern Iran. Nine
stations will be built on the Rasht-Astara railroad line, which is
about 163 kilometers long. With the completion of this railroad,
the North-South international corridor will be improved, and Iran's
railroad network will be integrated with Caucasus countries,
Russia, and Northern European countries.
According to the agreement, the Russian side is expected to
spend 1.6 billion euros for the construction of this railroad. This
railroad will be built and completed within 48 months.
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