Kazakhstan’s cargo carriers bound for Europe are reorienting their routes to Turkmenistan and Iran to ensure unhindered transit. This was announced by Vice Minister of Transport of Kazakhstan Satzhan Ablaliyev at a government meeting on Tuesday, 5 December 2023. Ablaliyev noted a positive trend in recent years, with Kazakhstani carriers increasing their share in the […]
Iranian Foreign Minister urges to step up work on defining baselines in the Caspian Sea
Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian called on his colleagues from the Caspian countries to step up work on defining baselines in the Caspian Sea for further delineation of internal waters. “The convention on the legal status of the Caspian Sea, signed in Kazakhstan, defines the rights, duties and general framework of cooperation between the five […]
Deepening cooperation between the Caspian littoral states is relevant in the context of forming a multipolar world order, says Lavrov
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov noted the huge potential for the development of the Caspian region in trade, economic, environmental, scientific, humanitarian, transport and transit spheres. “Deepening practical cooperation between the Caspian states is also relevant in a broader sense: in the context of forming a multipolar world order and strengthening the positions of new […]
Kazakhstan supports the creation of an arms control mechanism in the Caspian basin
The need to create an arms control mechanism in the Caspian Sea basin was emphasized by Deputy Prime Minister – Minister of Foreign Affairs of Kazakhstan Murat Nurtleu during a meeting of foreign ministers of the Caspian littoral states (Azerbaijan, Iran, Russia, Turkmenistan, Kazakhstan) in Moscow, on 5 December 2023. “The Kazakhstan Foreign Minister also […]
Baku to host a meeting of the Caspian countries’ expert group on the organization of the Tehran Convention Secretariat
In a significant step towards establishing the Secretariat of the Secretariat of the Framework Convention for the Protection of the Marine Environment of the Caspian Sea (Tehran Convention), Baku will host the inaugural meeting of the ad hoc expert group tasked with organizing the Secretariat’s activities. The meeting is scheduled to take place on 18-19 […]
Moscow hosted a Meeting of the Foreign Ministers of the Caspian countries, Joint Statement adopted
On 5 December 2023, a meeting of the Ministers of Foreign Affairs of the Caspian littoral states took place in Moscow. The meeting was attended by: Azerbaijan – Minister of Foreign Affairs Jeyhun Bayramov Iran – Minister of Foreign Affairs Hossein Amir Abdollahian Kazakhstan – Minister of Foreign Affairs Murat Nurtleu Russia – Minister of […]
Russia-Turkmenistan Trade Surges 11.6% as Trade via Eastern Branch of International North -South Transport Corridor Booms
Russia and Turkmenistan have witnessed a remarkable 11.6% surge in their bilateral trade turnover this year and the lion’s share of the trade is conditioned by the growth of trade flows via Turkmenistan from Iran. This is evident from remarks by Mikhail Rumyantsev, Executive Director of the Russian–Turkmen Business Council “Many already want to unload […]
Iran to Send Trade Representative to Turkmenistan
The Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPOI) will dispatch a trade representative to Turkmenistan within the next four months to foster stronger bilateral trade and economic ties, according to TPOI head Mahdi Zeighami. In an interview with IRNA, Zeighami emphasized the ongoing development of a comprehensive cooperation document between Turkmenistan and Iran, highlighting the potential […]
Turkmen-Iranian Intergovernmental Commission Meeting Concludes with Signing of Three Key Agreements, including in Electricity and Transport Sectors – Turkmenistan is ready to increase gas export to Iran
The 17th meeting of the Intergovernmental Turkmen-Iranian Commission on Economic Cooperation concluded with the signing of three significant documents, further solidifying the multifaceted partnership between Turkmenistan and Iran. The meeting, held on 17-18 November 2023, in Ashgabat, was co-chaired by Deputy Prime Minister, Foreign Minister Rashid Meredov and Minister of Road and Urban Development of […]
Iran Project 2023 Exhibition: A Showcase of Iranian Expertise in Ashgabat
Ashgabat is hosting the 15th Specialized Exhibition of the Islamic Republic of Iran, titled “Iran Project 2023.” This event has transformed the Chamber of Commerce and Industry of Turkmenistan into a bustling hub of innovation and collaboration, bringing together nearly 100 exhibitors from Iran’s diverse industrial landscape. Public sector entities and private companies showcase an […]
Turkmen Foreign Minister Hails Flourishing Turkmen-Iranian Economic Ties
nCa Report – Elvira Kadyrova Foreign Minister of Turkmenistan Rashid Meredov today, on 18 November 2023, delivered an address at the introductory part of joint Turkmen-Iranian Business Forum, commending the remarkable progress achieved in bilateral trade and economic relations between two between the two neighboring countries. Here is a summary of Meredov’s key statements: Turkmenistan […]
Trade and Economic Cooperation Take Center Stage at Meeting Between Turkmenistan’s President and Iran’s Minister of Road and Urban Development
On Friday, 17 November, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov welcomed Mehrdad Bazrpash, Iran’s Minister of Road and Urban Development, to discuss the expansion of trade and economic cooperation between the two countries. During the meeting, President Berdimuhamedov emphasized that strengthening multifaceted cooperation with neighboring countries is a cornerstone of Turkmenistan’s foreign policy. He expressed his confidence in […]
President of Turkmenistan Receives Newly Appointed Iranian Ambassador
On Monday, 13 November, President Serdar Berdimuhamedov welcomed the newly appointed Ambassador of Iran to Turkmenistan, Ali Mojtaba Roozbahani, who presented his credentials to the head of state, TDH reports. The Ambassador conveyed Iran’s high regard for the deep-rooted historical and cultural ties between the two nations. He emphasized that Turkmenistan’s peacebuilding policy, determined by […]
Tajikistan and Iran to boost ties with new agreements on transport, technology, and visa-free travel
On 8 November 2023, President of Tajikistan Emomali Rahmon and President of Iran Ibrahim Raisi held summit talks in Dushanbe. On the sidelines of negotiations, a package of 18 agreements on cooperation in a variety of fields, including transport, science and culture, sports, and information technology. Tajikistan expressed interest in implementing major joint projects with […]
New ECO Transport Corridor through Turkmenistan to forge connectivity between Asia with Europe
Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran and Türkiye have signed a protocol on the formation of an international multimodal corridor between Asia and Europe via the Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Türkiye route, Uzbekistan’s transport ministry reports. The document was signed within the framework of the 12th meeting of the Ministers of Transport of the Economic Cooperation Organization, which was held in Tashkent […]
Iran to host 3rd Caspian Economic Forum in mid-November
Iran will host the third Caspian Economic Forum with the participation of the prime ministers of the Caspian Sea littoral states in mid-November, IRNA reports. The agenda of the Third Caspian Economic Forum will cover cooperation in such areas as transport, joint ventures, oil and gas, finance, banking, as well as technical cooperation in Iran […]
Southern corridor connecting China to Europe via Turkmenistan, Iran and Turkey has great potential, says IRU Secretary General
IRU’s Secretary General held high-level talks with Mohammad Rezvanifar, President of the Iranian Customs Administration, in Geneva on how to further enhance transport and transit in Iran. Both sides discussed the latest developments in international logistics chain, particularly given Iran’s pivotal geographical position and its active role in the Economic Cooperation Organization region, which makes […]
Uzbekistan, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran and Türkiye discuss international transport corridor
On Friday, 13 October 2023, transport departments and representatives of the railway sector of Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, Iran, Türkiye and Uzbekistan held an online meeting, the Ministry of Transport of Uzbekistan reports. Issues aimed at accelerating the processes related to the signing of the agreement on the creation of the international transport corridor “China-Kazakhstan-Uzbekistan-Turkmenistan-Iran-Türkiye-Europe” were discussed […]
17th Iran-Turkmenistan Joint Economic Commission to be held in Ashgabat Next Month
The 17th meeting of the Iran-Turkmenistan Joint Economic Commission will be held in Ashgabat on 17-18 November 2023, Tasnim reports. Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development Mehrdad Bazrpash, and Deputy Chairman of The Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan and Minister of Foreign Affairs Rashid Meredov held a telephone conversation on Tuesday (10 Oct) to […]
Tatarstan hosted Moscow format of consultations on Afghanistan – Kazan Declaration adopted
nCa Report On 29 September 2023, the 5th meeting of the Moscow format of Consultations on Afghanistan was held in Kazan, the capital of Tatarstan (Russian Federation). The meeting was attended by special representatives on Afghanistan, and senior officials from Russia, India, Iran, Kazakhstan, Qatar, Kyrgyzstan, China, UAE, Pakistan, Turkmenistan, Türkiye, Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Saudi Arabia, […]
Iran and Turkmenistan restore transit on pre-pandemic scheme
Starting from 1 November 2023, Iran and Turkmenistan will restore the transit system that was in operation before the pandemic. This is reported by the IRNA news agency and other Iranian media with reference to the head of the Transit and International Transportation Department of the Main Directorate of Highways and Motor Transport of Khorasan […]
Tajikistan hosted inaugural meeting of the High–level Working Group on the Multimodal corridor “Tajikistan–Uzbekistan– Turkmenistan-Iran-Türkiye” – China joined the event
On 21 September 2023, the first meeting of the High–level Working Group on the Multimodal Corridor “Tajikistan –Uzbekistan – Turkmenistan–Iran-Türkiye” (TUTIT) + China was held in Dushanbe under the auspices of the ECO (Economic Cooperation Organization). As previously reported, in accordance with the recommendation of the “Ankara Declaration” adopted by the 11th Meeting of ECO […]
Raisi and Tokayev underline the importance of the Kazakhstan–Turkmenistan–Iran railway
Kazakhstan and Iran have great potential in strengthening transit and transport links between the two countries. This was stated at the meeting of the President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev with his Iranian counterpart Ibrahim Raisi in New York on the sidelines of the 78th session of the UN General Assembly. In particular, the parties noted […]
Tajikistan, Uzbekistan, Turkmenistan, Iran, and Türkiye to discuss the development of the TUTIT multimodal corridor in Dushanbe
The first meeting of the High-Level Working Group on the Multimodal Corridor “Tajikistan–Uzbekistan–Turkmenistan–Iran–Türkiye” (TUTIT) will be held in Dushanbe on Thursday, 21 September. The meeting will be held under the auspices of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO), the Ministry of Transport of Tajikistan reports. The meeting of the High-Level Working Group responsible for policy development […]
New Cruise Ship for Caspian Sea Tourism to be Launched in 2024
The development of cruise tourism in the Caspian Sea will reach a new level with the launch of the Peter the Great liner, which is currently being completed in Astrakhan, Russia, and will be tested on rivers and sea spaces until the end of the year. The vessel will be put into operation in 2024 […]
First cargo train from Russia went to Saudi Arabia along the North-South corridor via Central Asia
The first freight train left Russia for Saudi Arabia via the North-South international transport corridor, transiting through Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan and Iran. Shahriar Shahriari, Director General of the Customs Department of the Iranian province of Golestan, said in an interview with the local press that the first freight train from Russia crossed into Iran through the […]
Iraq to Import Turkmen Gas Through Iran in Swap Deal
The delegation of Iraq headed by Deputy Minister of Energy of the country Adil Karim Kak Ahmed and Deputy Minister of Oil Izzat Saber Esmail held talks with the State Concern “Turkmengaz” in Ashgabat on Thursday, 24 August. The purpose of the meeting was to hold consultations on the purchase of Turkmen natural gas by […]
Caspian countries discuss preparations for the foreign ministers’ meeting
On 18 August, Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov hosted a meeting in Moscow with the ambassadors of Azerbaijan, Iran, Kazakhstan and Turkmenistan dedicated to the International Day of the Caspian Sea, the Russian Foreign Ministry says. An interested exchange of views took place on a wide range of issues of multifaceted cooperation in the Caspian […]
Tariff Decreases Make North-South Corridor a More attractive Trade Route
Russian Railways Logistics is continuously working to reduce transit time of transportation on the routes of the North-South international transport corridor and pays special attention to the issue of reducing the cost of delivery. The statement came from the the Director of container transportation of JSC “Russian Railways Logistics” Alexander Sivertsev. The company marks a […]
Iran and Turkmenistan discuss cooperation on tackling dust and sand storms
Iran and Turkmenistan intend to cooperate in the fight against dust and sand storms, which have become more frequent in recent years due to climate change. According to Iran Press, on Tuesday Iraj Heshmati, Deputy of Human Environment at Iran’s Department of Environment, had a video meeting with Babaniyazov Charygeldi, the Minister of Environmental Protection […]
Caspian Conference starts in Avaza — Turkmenistan voices concerns about ecological, environmental issues of Caspian Sea
Today, on August 12, 2023, the scientific and practical conference “The Caspian Sea – the Sea of Peace and Friendship”, dedicated to the Day of the Caspian Sea, opened in a hybrid format in the Avaza National Tourist Zone. The representative forum is attended by the Chairman of the Mejlis, members of the Cabinet of […]
IRU and Iranian road transport sector explore key regional opportunities – visited border crossing between Iran and Turkmenistan
To further raise the security and efficiency of regional trade and transit, IRU held workshops and meetings in the Iranian cities of Tehran, Bandar Abbas and Mashhad. IRU also visited the Lotfabad border crossing between Iran and Turkmenistan. IRU member the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA), customs authorities (IRICA), the Iran […]
Иран готов ввести в эксплуатацию 11–ю фазу Южного Парса – годовая добыча в Иране вырастет еще на 4 млрд кубометров
11-я фаза “Южного Парса” будет введена в эксплуатацию в ближайшие недели, заявил министр нефти Ирана Джавад Овджи 2 августа 2023 года. Он сказал, что суточная производственная мощность составит от 12 до 15 миллионов кубометров (около 4,38 миллиарда кубометров в год). По сообщению иранской службы новостей Mehr, Овджи назвал 11-ю фазу газового месторождения Южный Парс в […]
Движение “Талибан” модернизировало знаки и символику на границах с соседними странами
Правительство движения “Талибан” завершило реализацию плана по модернизации пограничных знаков и символики на границе с Ираном, Туркменистаном, Узбекистаном, Таджикистаном и Китаем. Об этом упомянул исполняющий обязанности министра по делам границ и племен Ноорулла Нури в своем ежегодном докладе, сообщают афганские СМИ. Он сказал, что смена знаков и символики была произведена в соответствии с указом лидера […]
Taliban have modernized signs and symbols at borders with neighbouring countries
The Taliban government has completed the plan to modernize the border signs and symbols with the countries of Iran, Turkmenistan, Uzbekistan, Tajikistan, and China. This was mentioned by Noorullah Noori, the acting minister of Borders and Tribes, in his annual report, reports the Afghan media. He said that the change of signs and symbols was […]
Iran ready to put into operation phase 11 of South Pars – it will add more than 4 bcm of annual gas output of Iran
The Phase 11 of South Pars will be put into operation in the coming weeks, said the Iranian oil minister Jawad Owji on 2 August 2023. He said that the daily production capacity would be 12 to 15 million cubic meters (about 4.38 billion cubic meters annually). According to Mehr news service of Iran, Owji […]
Iranian Red Crescent will establish medical centres in Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan
The Iranian Red Crescent Society (IRCS) will establish medical centres in Tajikistan, Kyrgyzstan and Uzbekistan in the near future. According to Peyman Namdar, an IRCS official, this is part of the health diplomacy of Iran. He said that the medical centres would help humanitarian activities of the IRCS in the brotherly countries. IRCS is already […]
37 Hospitals in Iranian city Mashhad serve foreign patients
The healthcare system in Iran has expanded systematically over the years. Now there are 37 healthcare establishment in the Mashhad City and the Khorasan Razavi province (of which Mashhad is the centre) that can offer general and specialized care and treatment to the patients from the foreign countries. The flagship facility is the Razavi Hospital, […]
Iran and Afghanistan forge transport connectivity with the launch of the Khaf-Herat railway
On Tuesday, 11 July, the Khaf-Herat railway connecting the west of Afghanistan and the eastern province of Iran was formally commissioned, according to Afghan and Iranian news outlets. The Khaf-Herat cross-border railway with a length of about 225 km consists of four segments. The first two sections with a total length of 78 km stretch […]
Iran’s non-oil exports to Turkmenistan through the Lotfabad border crossing posted over 100% growth
The volume of non-oil exports to Turkmenistan through the Lotfabad border crossing (from the Turkmen side – Artyk), Khorasan-Razavi Province, increased by 103% in the first quarter of this year (from 21 March to 21 June according to the Iranian calendar) compared to the same period last year. This is reported by the IRNA news […]
SCO Summit adopted New Delhi Declaration – Key Points
SCO confirms commitment to formation of a more representative, democratic, just and multipolar world with a central coordinating role of the UN. The Member States reaffirm that the SCO is not directed against other states and international organizations and is open to broad cooperation with them. SCO pursues a policy that excludes bloc, ideological and […]
Uzbekistan: President Mirziyoyev proposed to adopt the SCO Code of Good Neighborliness, Trust and Cross-Border Partnership
In his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Uzbekistan Shavkat Mirziyoyev assessed the cardinal changes taking place in the system of international relations – the intensification of geopolitical tensions and escalation of conflicts, the emergence of new risks and threats to global stability and sustainable development, the growing challenges in […]
Russia is increasing trade and economic ties with the SCO countries
Russia intends to further deepen ties with members of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, and these ties are becoming stronger and more multifaceted, President Vladimir Putin said during his remarks at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023. Last year, Russia’s trade with the SCO member states increased by more than a third – 37%, reaching a […]
President of Tajikistan proposes to develop a Concept for the expansion of the SCO
During his speech at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, the President Emomali Rahmon stressed the importance of further promoting cooperation within the SCO on the basis of coordinated actions and principles of mutual respect. The President of Tajikistan noted that the increasing attention of the world community to the SCO, embodying the unique interconnectedness […]
Pakistan: SCO can play the role of beacon of peace
Speech of Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif of Pakistan at virtual SCO Summit on 4 July 2023 [Paraphrased Excerpts] The SCO represents a promising future only if we seize the opportunity to achieve the shared goals for the region’s peace and prosperity. Pakistan calls for SCO’s joint action to counter economic recession, terrorism & climate change. […]
XI Jinping: China stands for multilateralism and strengthening peace for the sake of universal security
During his remarks at SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of the People’s Republic of China Xi Jinping, focusing on the shocks that the modern world is experiencing, noted that humanity is facing unprecedented serious challenges. “What to choose, unity or split? Peace or conflict? Cooperation or confrontation? These issues have become relevant again […]
SCO Summit: Kyrgyzstan is promoting the idea of establishing a Center for combating international crime in Bishkek
Addressing at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023, President of Kyrgyzstan Sadyr Zhaparov noted the importance of the establishment of the SCO Center for Combating International Organized Crime in Bishkek. According to the Head of Kyrgyzstan, the implementation of this initiative will give a tangible impetus to increasing cooperation on issues related to ensuring […]
Kazakhstan at SCO Summit: President Tokayev urged to remain committed to the formation of a multipolar world with the coordinating role of the UN
President of Kazakhstan Kassym-Jomart Tokayev said at the beginning of his speech at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023: “In the context of a radical transformation of the global world order, we are witnessing an unprecedented increase in geopolitical tensions, the intensification of trade and sanctions wars and many other modern challenges. It is […]
PM Narendra Modi: India has created five pillars of cooperation in the SCO
Opening the online SCO summit on 4 July 2023, Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi summed up the results of his country’s chairmanship and spoke about efforts to bring multifaceted cooperation in the SCO to new heights. Modi highlighted five new pillars of cooperation established by India within the SCO. These are Startups and Innovation, Traditional […]
Speech by President of Turkmenistan Serdar Berdimuhamedov at online SCO Summit on 4 July 2023
Dear Mr. Chairman, Dear Heads of State and Delegations, First of all, let me warmly welcome all participants, leaders and members of delegations. I express my gratitude to the Prime Minister of India, Mr. Narendra Modi, for inviting me to this important meeting as an honorary guest. Dear Kassym-Jomart Kemelevich! Taking this opportunity, I cordially […]