Iranian Ambassador Iraj Elahi underscores importance of Chabahar Port

Iranian Ambassador Iraj Elahi underscored the importance of Chabahar Port as the golden gateway for regional connectivity.

He highlighted its role in strengthening India-Iran ties through a long-term operational agreement and the International North-South Transport Corridor. Last year, Iran and India signed a long-term agreement to run the Chabahar port, that connects nations along the Indian Ocean with Central Asia and the Caucasus.

The Iranian envoy said this while attending an event on the occasion of



National Day of Iran. During the event, Elahi also celebrated the strong historical relationship between the two countries, pointing out that Iran and India share a long history of friendship.

The Persian language is a key cultural link between the two countries and is recognised by the Indian government as one of India’s classical languages. He noted the increasing cooperation between the nations on regional and global issues, including through platforms like the SCO and BRICS.