TEHRAN Russian President Vladimir Putin ratified the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between Iran and Russia on Monday, finishing Moscows legal process for the agreement.The treaty, which elevates bilateral relations to a strategic partnership, was formerly approved by both chambers of Russias Federal Assemblythe State Duma on April 7 and the Federation Council on April 15.
The document, now released on Russias official legal details portal, establishes a long-term framework for cooperation across defense, counterterrorism, energy, finance, transportation, agriculture, culture, science, and technology.It was at first signed on January 17, throughout Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkians official visit to Moscow in an event at the Kremlin.
The arrangement solidifies Iran and Russia as strategic partners, with both nations highlighting their dedication to overcoming external challenges through deepened collaboration.During his current visit to Moscow, Irans Foreign Minister provided a message from the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, to President Putin.In an interview with RT, he highlighted the treatys significance, stating, Iran-Russia relations have actually never been this close or robust.
This pact raises our ties to a strategic level and sends out a clear message to the world: our partnership is developed for the long term, impervious to short-term disruptions, declared the leading diplomat.
The treatys activation now depends upon Tehrans approval.Araghchi included that Irans Parliament is anticipated to ratify the treaty in the coming days, with complete application prepared for within weeks.The 20-year pact, sustainable by shared permission, is developed to institutionalise cooperation that has already seen significant development in recent years.
Analysts see the arrangement as a strategic counterweight to Western pressure, with both nations calling it a supporting force amid worldwide volatility.The treaty explicitly rejects unilateral coercive steps, a nod to U.S.-led sanctions targeting Iran and Russia.
As the pact approaches implementation, bilateral trade and joint infrastructure projectsincluding the International North-South Transport Corridorare anticipated to accelerate.The treatys ratification marks a specifying minute in Iran-Russia relations, setting the stage for a recalibrated geopolitical landscape in Eurasia.
This post first appeared/also appeared in Tehran Times