TEHRAN – Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi highlighted the 20-year Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between Iran and Russia and explained its broad scope, including trade, investment, energy, transport and tourism.
He expressed his hope that with this foundation in bilateral relations, economic, cultural and political relations between Iran and Russia will be able to proceed more easily and within a better framework in the future.
Mr. Araguchi noted that the treaty also includes cultural exchanges, judicial cooperation, and strengthened parliamentary relations, setting the stage for improving bilateral relations.
The landmark agreement was signed by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and Russian President Vladimir Putin on Friday during a summit in Moscow.
President Putin hailed the treaty as a “landmark achievement” and expressed optimism about the ambitious task it outlines.
The Russia-Iran agreement is an example of relations between equal states: Lavrov
In comments to Mayak Radio, Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov emphasized the far-reaching implications of the treaty. “This is an example of how countries can build relationships constructively on the basis of equality and sovereignty.” Foreign Minister Lavrov reiterated the importance of mutual respect in fostering a partnership that withstands external pressure.
President Putin said that President Pezeshkian’s visit to Moscow is an important opportunity to explore comprehensive cooperation. He emphasized the ambitious nature of the agreement and predicted that it would give new momentum to the partnership in all directions.
“This agreement provides a solid foundation for cooperation across all sectors and will significantly strengthen our partnership,” he said. The Russian Foreign Minister added that the treaty serves as a model for relations between sovereign and equal states, praising the treaty for its emphasis on mutual respect and common goals.
A pivotal step in the evolving world order: Dugin
The importance of the treaty was further emphasized by Russian political thinker Alexander Dugin, who described the treaty as a pivotal step in the evolving world order. Dugin praised the formalization of the alliance, saying it marks a decade of progress in Iran-Russia relations. He outlined three focus areas: economic cooperation, regional engagement and international cooperation.
According to Dugin, the treaty aims to establish a unique security framework that promotes mutual trust while maximizing opportunities. Proposals include potential Russian military bases in southern Iran and Iranian economic activity in the Arctic.
“The North-South Corridor, a trade route connecting Russia to the high seas via Iran, is the cornerstone of this agreement,” Dugin said, highlighting the potential to rebuild Eurasian connectivity and counter Western sanctions. did.
Mr. Dugin also noted the two countries’ cultural and geopolitical unity, saying that their common rejection of global hegemony is the basis for deeper cooperation. “This partnership is a step towards building a multipolar world order,” he concluded.
The signing of the treaty was hailed as a historic milestone by both countries. Russian Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Maria Zakharova called it an “unprecedented agreement” and emphasized its depth and scope.