DUSHANBE, Tajikistan. January 20. Currently,
there are 160 companies with Iranian capital operating in
Tajikistan, Trend
reports.
According to the press service of the Tajik president, this was
mentioned during a meeting between Tajik President Emomali Rahmon
and Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian.
It was also noted that in 2024, the volume of goods
transportation between the two countries increased 3.2 times
compared to the previous two years.
During the talks, the expansion of cooperation in various
sectors, including mineral processing, building materials
production, food, medical, energy, agriculture, and the extensive
use of Tajikistan’s free economic zones, was discussed.
The transport and transit potential of Iran, particularly the
Chabahar and Bandar Abbas ports, were highlighted as beneficial for
both sides.
The presidents emphasized the importance of further activating
the Intergovernmental Commission on trade, economic, technical, and
cultural cooperation, as well as the regular work of the Council
and the Joint Committee on Entrepreneurship and Investments. They
also discussed the comprehensive implementation of the Trade and
Economic Cooperation Program up to 2030 and its action plan.
On January 15, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian arrived in
Tajikistan on a state visit.