Why it matters:
As a key economic alliance, BRICS Plus offers Tehran an opportunity to participate in high-level dialogues on sustainable urban development, smart city advancements, and strengthening regional connectivity.
What he's saying:
Alireza Zakani: "Our country is engaged in some areas, but in others, like certain regions in South Africa, we lack presence. The G20 summit is set to take place there, and after seeing Tehran's capabilities, they extended an invitation to us."
"Yes, our primary objective is to establish an active urban diplomacy alongside official national diplomacy. Urban diplomacy holds a prestigious position alongside public diplomacy, and city management can serve as a bridge between these two domains."
Key points:
Regarding Saudi Arabia, discussions have covered tourism, investment, and interactions at various levels, focusing on strengthening global unity.
As for Serbia, Tehran has pursued cultural and academic collaborations, fostering mutual exchanges.
As for China, Iran's priority has been technology and investment.
The big picture:
For the past year and a half, Tehran has been actively expanding its international relations, using these connections to strengthen cooperation among nations. Investment in Tehran continues to be a central focus of these efforts.
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