Araghchi says Iran committed to strengthening regional cooperation
Iran's foreign minister said the Economic Cooperation Organization can play a more active role in advancing regional connectivity and trade.
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Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Iran remains committed to strengthening regional cooperation and solidarity, expressing confidence that the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) can play a more active role going forward. His remarks emphasized economic and trade ties among member states.
Araghchi pointed to regional connectivity and sustainable progress as key areas where enhanced cooperation among ECO members could yield benefits, framing Iran's engagement with the organization as part of a broader push for closer regional integration.
A focus on economic ties
The Economic Cooperation Organization brings together a number of countries in the region with the stated aim of promoting economic, technical and cultural cooperation. Araghchi's comments reflect Iran's continued interest in using such multilateral platforms to advance its regional economic and diplomatic objectives.
No specific new initiatives were detailed in the report of his remarks, though the statement underscores Iran's ongoing emphasis on regional partnerships amid a broader diplomatic landscape shaped by sanctions and geopolitical tensions.
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