Iran’s Foreign Minister Lands in Oman for Maritime Summit

Why it matters: This high-level summit, jointly hosted by Oman, India, and Singapore, aims to chart a new course in maritime partnerships among 20 member nations. Iran's active participation underscores its strategic intent to enhance regional cooperation and strengthen its influence in maritime affairs.

Key points:

• The meeting, themed “Towards New Horizons of Maritime Partnership,” will bring together top officials from 20 countries.
• Scheduled for the 16th and 17th of February, the summit is a platform for forging stronger diplomatic and security ties across the Indian Ocean region.
• Iran’s engagement highlights its commitment to pursuing dynamic regional partnerships amid evolving geopolitical landscapes.

• In addition to participating and speaking at the IORA conference, the Iranian foreign minister will also hold bilateral meetings with the foreign ministers and other officials participating in the event.

Go deeper: Iran’s Foreign Minister to Attend Key Indian Ocean Summit in Oman

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