INSUBCONTINENT EXCLUSIVE:
But between the two capitals located in West Asia and North Africa exists deep mutual respect and common interests.Both countries have
endured years of foreign intervention in their modern history, only reclaiming control over their destinies in recent decades
Trade volumes between the two nations fall far short of their true potential, analysts say
stagnation and how economic collaboration can be strengthened
However, economic ties have not reached the expected level
sophisticated, and strategic
As for economic relations, several factors have contributed to their lower level
political priorities, particularly in Africa
Political pressures and global challenges also had a direct impact on economic cooperation, as diplomatic discussions often prioritize
political matters over economic concerns.Yesterday, we had a working session with our Iranian counterparts to address this issue
Together, we examined mechanisms to enhance economic relations and raise them to the level of our strong political ties
There are significant opportunities in both countries
Tunisia and Iran can benefit mutually, as the global economic landscape provides ample space for collaboration
We have agreed on concrete steps to elevate our economic cooperation
economic engagement has declined, but rather that each country had different priorities
Iran was under intense international pressure, which made direct economic coordination more difficult
However, the upcoming joint committee meeting in Tunisia will serve as a practical framework for strengthening ties
This meeting will allow us to examine all economic sectors, explore available opportunities, and develop new approaches to deepen our
environments provide promising opportunities
Tunisia serves as a gateway to Africa, given its strong relations with several African nations
Iran, on the other hand, has a significant presence in Asian markets and strategic ties with Russia and other distant economies
By working together, Iran and Tunisia can create new avenues for market expansion and trade
Beyond that, there are other industries where joint ventures could be explored
For example, Iranian and Tunisian businesses could collaborate to develop new products or services that can be introduced to third markets
Establishing partnerships in strategic industries would enhance mutual economic growth
political will between our nations provides a solid foundation for economic expansion
Our political relations are at an exemplary level, and we are committed to ensuring economic cooperation reaches similar heights
While government institutions play a crucial role, fostering business exchanges will be essential
We need to encourage visits and dialogues between Iranian and Tunisian enterprises, not only to boost direct trade but also to explore
opportunities in broader international markets.
This article first appeared/also appeared in Tehran Times
