Tehran – The Iranian Council of Guardians, responsible for securing the law, was in charge of being consistent with the national principles and constitution, and formally approved the comprehensive strategic partnership treaty between Iran and Russia.
The approval, announced by spokesman Hadi Tahan Nazif, followed the passage of the treaty that passed through Iran’s parliament in May, with overwhelming support with 192 people in favor, five people in opposition and two abstentions.
“The Council has reviewed the draft long-term partnership treaty with the Russian Federation and confirmed its compliance with both Islamic principles and the Iranian constitution,” declared Naziv in X.
The agreement, signed in mid-January, when then-President Masuud Pezeshkian visited Moscow and met with Vladimir Putin, is envisaged as an important step in strengthening bilateral relations. While Putin welcomed the treaty as a “groundbreaking document,” Pezeschkian predicted it would lead to a “new chapter” for all sectors.
A comprehensive partnership involves a wide range of collaborative efforts. Specifically, the treaty covers areas such as defense cooperation, energy projects, financial partnerships, strengthened transport links, industrial cooperation, agricultural ventures, tourism initiatives, cultural exchanges, and science and technology advancements.
Russia has already completed the ratification process, with both Houses of Congress approved the treaty, Putin signed the law in April, paving the way for full implementation now that Iran’s internal procedures have been completed.