Iran's Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref expressed a strong commitment to enhancing relations with the Russian Federation during a meeting with Sergey Tsivilev, Russia's Minister of Energy and head of the Russian side of the Joint Commission.

Iran Press/Iran news: Aref emphasized the significant potential for expanding economic ties between the two nations.

In his remarks, Aref underscored the importance of leveraging existing capacities to boost trade and economic exchanges, highlighting the necessity of implementing agreements previously reached in their bilateral relations.

He noted that ongoing consultations between Iran and Russia are crucial, especially in the current regional and global context. The frequent meetings among high-ranking officials reflect both countries' determination to elevate their partnership.

Aref reiterated that the Islamic Republic of Iran places great importance on long-term, comprehensive cooperation with Russia.

Tsivilev echoed this sentiment, stressing the need to develop economic relations across various sectors. He elaborated on specific areas of collaboration and highlighted that high-level meetings facilitate and deepen these ties.

The Russian Energy Minister also provided Aref with a report on the Joint Economic Commission's activities, emphasizing its critical role in fostering bilateral cooperation. This meeting marks a significant step in Iran and Russia's ongoing efforts to strengthen their relationship amidst a complex geopolitical landscape.

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