We consider Armenia as a gateway to enter the Eurasian economic markets - Iranian minister

YEREVAN, SEPTEMBER 30, ARMENPRESS. The establishment of an Iranian trade center in Armenia will open a new chapter in the relations between the two countries and mark the beginning of further economic cooperation, Iranian Minister of Industry, Mines, and Trade Mohammad Atabak said during the opening ceremony of the Iranian Trade Center in Yerevan.

"The interactions that will take place in this center are highly significant, as they will provide opportunities and create bright rospects for representatives of business circles. One of the priorities of the Iranian government is to develop trade and economic relations with neighboring countries, including Armenia. This important commitment is being consistently implemented by our government. The strong political and economic  relations create wonderful opportunities for us, so that Armenia is considered as a gateway to enter the Eurasian economic markets,'' the minister said.

According to the Iranian minister, the opening of the center reflects the strong relations between Iran and Armenia. He emphasized that it is no coincidence that the largest Iranian trade center in the world is being opened in Armenia. The minister noted that Iran with its high-tech industry, knowledge-based products, access to transportation, including sea and rail, and its strategic geographical location, could contribute to the development of Armenia's economy. 

''All the activities carried out in recent years, including meetings between high-ranking officials from Iran and Armenia, have created favorable conditions for the development of bilateral relations, which will continue in the future," said Iranian Minister of Industry, Mines and Trade Mohammad Atabak.

"Of course, there are certain issues related to road tariffs and customs duties, but we are confident that, through the efforts of both parties, it will be possible to overcome all challenges and obstacles," concluded the minister.