Deputy Prime Minister for Economic Affairs, Mullah Abdul Ghani Baradar, met with Ali Akbar Ahmadian, the Chairman of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council in Tehran.
During their meeting, both sides engaged in discussions pertaining to political and economic relations, effective coordination between the respective nations, water resource management, transit agreements, and the enhancement of Afghanistan’s imports and exports through Iran.
Baradar emphasized positive historical ties between Afghanistan and Iran in the realms of security, politics, and economics. He highlighted the collaborative efforts that have been ongoing for the betterment and progress of their relationship.
Baradar underscored the potential for Afghanistan and Iran to be strong economic partners due to their strategic positions, emphasizing the necessity for increased bilateral cooperation and the formation of technical teams to pursue this goal.
Baradar also expressed gratitude to Iran for its hospitality in hosting Afghan refugees, acknowledging Iran’s commitment to Islamic values, humanitarianism, and the rights and norms concerning refugees.
Meanwhile, Ahmadian, Chairman of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council, in his speech, stressed the importance of enhancing cooperation between the two nations across various domains.
He inquired about the challenges faced by Afghan refugees residing in Iran and assured that they would receive proper care and assistance.
Regarding transit issues, Ahmadian pointed out that Iran and Afghanistan play a crucial role in China’s One Belt and One Road project, which connects China to Iran, Iraq, Syria, and the Mediterranean through Afghanistan, ultimately extending to Europe.
At the end of the meeting, both sides agreed to capitalize on the opportunities at hand and ensure that no external factors negatively impact the strong relationship between Iran and Afghanistan.
