Russia's Gas Exports To Iran Set To Take Center Stage In Bilateral Talks - Iranian FM
Date
1/15/2025 2:06:30 AM
(MENAFN- Trend News Agency)
BAKU, Azerbaijan, January 15. The issue of
exporting Russian gas to Iran will be one of the main topics of
discussion during Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian's visit to
Russia, Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi said to
Iranian media, Trend reports.
Araghchi explained that the export of Russian gas to Iran could
position the country as an energy and gas hub in the region.
The minister added that discussions are currently underway
regarding the construction of oil and gas pipelines, which are
considered one of the most significant projects between Iran and
Russia. Progress is expected to be made on this matter during the
visit.
“Iran has multiple connections with Russia, including through
Central Asia, the Caspian Sea, and the Caucasus. Some of these
connections have already been upgraded, while others are still
under development," Araghchi said.
To note, on June 26, the executive director of Iran's National
Gas Company, Majid Chegeni, and the executive director of Russia's
Gazprom, Alexei Miller, signed a document on the transportation of
Russian gas to Iran.
Iran is considered the 2nd largest country in the world, with
gas reserves of about 34 trillion cubic meters. A total of 22 gas
fields are operating in Iran.
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to visit Moscow,
Russia, on January 17, where the comprehensive strategic
cooperation document between Iran and Russia is expected to be
signed.
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