Iran seeks stronger economic ties with Malaysia, Asean
KUALA LUMPUR: Iran is keen to enhance its economic cooperation with Malaysia and other Asean countries.
Iranian Ambassador to Malaysia Valiollah Mohammadi Nasrabadi described Asean as a vital partner for trade and development.
He said Iran views the region not only as strategic, but also as a potential hub for mutual investment and technology exchange.
"We have very good relations with all Asean countries.
"Iran is a signatory to the Asean Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC), and we fully support any initiative that expands our economic ties with this region."
Iran joined the TAC in 2016, a framework guiding relations between Asean and partner nations.
He added that Iran is committed to regional peace and stability, and seeks to deepen mutually beneficial trade ties.
"We want to work closely with Malaysia, especially since it holds the Asean chairmanship.
"Through Malaysia, we can build a stronger cooperation with the rest of Asean," he said.
Valiollah added that Iran is open to explore collaboration in sectors such as energy, agriculture, medicine, and technology.
The ambassador also expressed appreciation for Malaysia's balanced stance on international issues, including its support for dialogue and diplomacy amid ongoing tensions in the Middle East.
The ongoing Iran-Israel conflict, he assured, would not impact Tehran's relations with Southeast Asia.
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