The Islamic Republic of Iran and the Republic of Tajikistan have officially launched efforts to expand their industrial and trade cooperation, marking a new phase in the bilateral relations between the two countries.
Iran’s Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi emphasized the growing strength of economic and cultural ties between the two countries, The Caspian Post reports citing Iranian media.
Speaking on the sidelines of the 17th Joint Commission on Iran-Tajikistan Cooperation, held in the cultural city of Shiraz, Aliabadi stated, “Iran and Tajikistan are essentially two parts of one nation that have been separated. Our foremost goal is to deepen cultural cooperation, and that is why we chose to begin this commission in Shiraz.”
Highlighting the wide-ranging potential for collaboration, Aliabadi noted that both nations have significant technical and commercial capacities. “Iran has notable expertise in dam and tunnel construction, and Tajikistan has expressed strong interest in partnering in these areas,” he said.
He added that the future of bilateral relations looks “bright and promising,” with both sides fully prepared to leverage their capabilities and raise the level of engagement. The next round of the commission is scheduled to take place in Khujand, another historic and cultural city, reflecting the shared desire to strengthen cultural ties.
On the economic front, Aliabadi announced that industrial and trade relations between Iran and Tajikistan are already underway. During the commission meetings, several Iranian contractors signed key agreements with Tajik partners, laying the groundwork for expanded collaboration.
To date, over 250 memorandums of understanding (MoUs) have been signed between the two countries. Aliabadi noted that the commission plays a vital role in facilitating the implementation of these agreements.
A new MoU signed during the current session is being hailed as a milestone in bilateral relations. “Iran and Tajikistan share extensive experience in the development of hydroelectric power plants. Tajikistan is eager to benefit from Iran’s expertise in power plant construction and electricity market management,” Aliabadi said.
He concluded by stressing the importance of increasing economic exchanges, while also encouraging growth in tourism and cultural exchange to further solidify the bond between the two nations.
Meanwhile the Minister of Water and Energy of Tajikistan described the shared language and culture as the foundation for broader cooperation between Iran and Tajikistan, stating that Iranian companies active in the water and electricity sectors have the opportunity to continue and expand their investments in Tajikistan.
“Daler Juma,” on the sidelines of the closing ceremony of the 17th Iran-Tajikistan Joint Cooperation Summit in the city of Shiraz, emphasized the importance of bilateral cooperation, saying: the Iran-Tajikistan Joint Commission is exploring new ways to expand trade cooperation.
He added: Under this memorandum of understanding, Iranian companies active in the water and electricity sectors will have the opportunity to continue and develop their investments in Tajikistan. The shared language and culture of the two countries have also provided a suitable basis for utilizing Iran’s experience in these sectors.
Daler Juma, referring to the bright outlook of the cooperation, stated: It is anticipated that the level of cooperation will increase to half a billion dollars. In addition, the exchange of information and the export of technical and engineering services from Iran will expand under this agreement.
The Tajik Minister of Energy also announced plans to increase direct flights and eliminate visas between the two countries, saying: “Nowruz is our shared celebration, and we should use the cultural capacities of both countries to promote it more effectively.”
