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Iran Tajikistan sign 23 cooperation agreements during president Pezeshkians visit

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Iran, Tajikistan sign 23 cooperation agreements during president Pezeshkian’s visit​

TEHRAN - Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian concluded his two-day official visit to Tajikistan and departed for Moscow early Friday, marking a significant milestone in bilateral relations with the signing of 23 agreements across various fields.

Iran, Tajikistan sign 23 cooperation agreements during president Pezeshkian’s visit

The agreements, aimed at strengthening diplomatic ties, economic cooperation, and cultural exchanges, highlight the commitment of both nations to overcoming obstacles and expanding collaboration. During the visit, Pezeshkian emphasized the potential for trade to exceed $500 million and announced plans for a joint economic commission meeting in the near future.

Key moments of the visit included bilateral talks with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon, focusing on fast-tracking joint projects and removing trade barriers. The presidents hailed the agreements as a foundation for further cooperation in science, education, transportation, and agriculture.

Pezeshkian addressed Tajik academic circles, stressing Iran's commitment to global health and rejecting violence and conflict. The visit also featured discussions with top Tajik officials, including the prime minister and parliamentary leaders, to facilitate trade agreements, including a preferential trade pact.

The visit culminated in a shared vision for deepened partnerships, with both countries expressing readiness to remove remaining barriers to trade and investment.

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source: tehrantimes.com