Iran and Turkmenistan Hold International Transport Cooperation Meeting
As part of the 18th meeting of the Joint Economic Cooperation Commission between Iran and Turkmenistan, held on May 18–20 in Tehran, Kakajan Bagmırov, Head of International Relationship Department of Agency of the Transport and Communication Agency under the Cabinet of Ministers of Turkmenistan ("Turkmenawtoulaglary"), met with Javad Hedayati, Director General of the Transit and International Transport Department of Iran's Road Maintenance and Transportation Organization
This meeting aimed to enhance international transport relations, increase trade measure,and explore solutions for existing barriers and challenges.
During the discussions, both parties stressed the importance of economic and transport cooperation. They reviewed new opportunities in transit collaboration, measures to facilitate trade, and coordination on transport-related matters within the framework of the joint commission. Key issues addressed included multimodal transportation, visa facilitation and the costs of cross-border transit.
The negotiations conducted during the session were part of the official agenda of the joint commission. It is anticipated that the outcomes will significantly strengthen transportation cooperation and advance economic relations between the two countries.