According to Mehr News Agency, the Caspian Sea Governor’s Summit with the theme “Caspian Sea: A Bridge to Friendship and Regional Development” opened on Tuesday morning in Rasht, the capital of Gilan Province, Iran, with 12 provinces from five countries in the region participating.
The summit, hosted by and endorsed by the Islamic Republic of Iran, will include five governors from Iran and seven governors from Russia, Kazakhstan, Turkmenistan, and Azerbaijan. The panel will feature a general panel and three specialized panels covering economy and investment, transportation and logistics, and environment and fisheries, all moderated by senior national and state officials.
The presence of Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi, ambassadors of the Caspian countries and other senior officials underscores the importance of this event.
During the summit, governors and official delegations will discuss joint projects, strengthening transportation and north-south corridors, revitalizing port capacity, and establishing trade agreements between states, with the aim of strengthening economic, environmental, cultural and tourism cooperation.
The event will also provide a platform to promote Caspian tourism, coordinate regional policies, showcase the agricultural, industrial and investment capabilities of the coastal states, and promote joint trade exhibitions.
The Caspian Sea region is of strategic importance for trade, energy and environmental resources. Cooperation between coastal states can enhance regional development, facilitate cross-border trade, protect the environment, and promote tourism. Such summits provide a formal platform for dialogue, showcase investment opportunities, and coordinate regional policies to foster economic and cultural cooperation.
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