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TEHRAN \u2013 Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Political Affairs, Majid Takht-Ravanchi, participated in the 19th Iran-India Foreign Office Consultations held in New Delhi on Friday, engaging with multiple Indian officials.<\/p>\n
The discussions, which included India’s Foreign Secretary, Vikram Misri, covered a wide range of bilateral, regional, and international issues, emphasizing the enhancement of economic relations, particularly the strategic development of the Chabahar port.<\/p>\n
“Iran and India enjoy traditional and historical ties,” Takht-Ravanchi wrote in a post on X.<\/p>\n
The Iranian diplomat also said he had a fruitful meeting with India’s Foreign Minister, S. Jaishankar.<\/p>\n
He highlighted that “economic relations, including Chabahar Port, were prominent in the negotiations,” underscoring the commitment of both countries to strengthen their traditional and historical ties.<\/p>\n
The strong relationship between Iran and India recognized through their 2003 Strategic Partnership Agreement, has continued to thrive, with bilateral trade reaching $17.5 billion in 2022-2023, despite Western sanctions.<\/p>\n
Moreover, the Chabahar port on Iran’s coastline represents a vital strategic asset for both Iran and India. This importance was underscored by a recent 10-year agreement, involving India\u2019s $250 million investment aimed at the port’s development.<\/p>\n
This strategic move positions Chabahar as a competitor to Chinese-backed Pakistani ports and aligns with India\u2019s regional connectivity goals.<\/p>\n
Additionally, both countries\u2019 membership in BRICS has bolstered cooperation, optimized trade routes, and expanded collaboration in technology, pharmaceuticals, and tourism, highlighted by a 30% rise in Indian visitors to Iran in 2022.<\/p>\n<\/p><\/div>\n
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