TEHRAN – Senior Iran and South Korea diplomats on Friday concluded their seventh political talks in Seoul, highlighting their mutual commitment to expanding bilateral cooperation across the strategic sector.
Iran’s Foreign Minister and Director of the Asia-Pacific Regional Affairs Ali-Asghar Mohammadi led the delegation of the Islamic Republic, and South Korea’s Director-General of Africa and the Middle East (West Asia) led the host mandate.
The comprehensive dialogue was characterized by substantial exchanges on political coordination, economic cooperation, cultural exchanges and strengthening science education partnerships. Both delegations also addressed regional development and coordination within the international forum.
“Continuation of political consultations at the advanced level remains essential,” read a statement from Iran’s Foreign Ministry, highlighting the need to “enforce the existing agreements to stimulate bilateral relations.”
Mohammadi’s diplomatic involvement has expanded beyond formal consultations, including separate meetings with South Korea’s Deputy South Korean Minister, Jang Baion Wang.
Iranian envoys exchanged further perspectives with prominent Korean policy experts on evolving regional dynamics.
Tehran and Seoul enjoy a robust six-year partnership supported by complementary economic benefits and mutual regional significance, with diplomatic relations dating back to October 1962.
This enduring relationship evolved through important milestones, from the first Economic and Technical Committee in 1975 to the high-level visits.
It promotes increased South Korea’s expertise in technology and manufacturing with Iran’s strategic energy resources and domestic manufacturing capabilities.