Tehran, Astrakhan discuss cultural and health tourism co-op

INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
TEHRAN - In a recent meeting, Seyyed Mohammad Kazem Abedi, the Acting Consul General of the Islamic Republic of Iran in Astrakhan, exchanged
views with Hamza Davudov, a member of the Duma of Astrakhan Oblast, discussing ways to strengthen bilateral relations in cultural and health
tourism.According to ISNA, one of the key topics raised was the establishment of a direct flight route between Astrakhan and Rasht, which
could serve as a catalyst for expanding economic, political, and cultural ties with the Russian region.The officials also reviewed the
potential participation of an Astrakhan delegation in the upcoming Iran Expo, emphasizing the importance of involving local officials and
leading business representatives from Astrakhan in this significant economic event.Furthermore, they underscored the necessity of following
up on past agreements and accelerating the implementation of joint projects.AM