INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
country's strategic role in linking the Persian Gulf to Central Asia.Abdolnaser Hemmati said that amid maximum pressure conditions,
strengthening economic ties with neighboring and friendly countries could help Iran navigate current challenges
focused on economic resilience and the role of regional cooperation in overcoming economic pressures, risks, and shocks.On the sidelines of
the conference, Hemmati met with at least nine ministers, the head of a central bank, regional development bank leaders, and IMF officials,
IRIB reported.He highlighted two key takeaways from these discussions
First, despite years of economic pressure, Iran has demonstrated resilience, a point that was acknowledged by its counterparts as a case
Second, regional economic collaboration is seen as incomplete without Iran, as the country serves as a bridge connecting the Persian Gulf to
neighboring countries amid external pressures
He stressed that the meetings confirmed this approach is feasible, with multiple ministers affirming their willingness to enhance economic
ties with Iran.In discussions with Saudi officials and other counterparts, Hemmati emphasized that sustainable political relations require
robust economic cooperation
He indicated that preliminary talks for expanding economic ties had taken place and that tangible outcomes would emerge in the future.EF/MA
