Iran, Azerbaijan to develop infrastructure, rail links

Tehran (ISNA) – Iranian Minister of Roads and Urban Development Ahmad Eslami and Minister of Roads, Communications and Advanced Technologies of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ramin Gholizadeh held a video conference, stressing on the need to further develop infrastructure and rail links in the region. During the meeting, the ministers underlined that Iran and the […]

Tehran (ISNA) – Iranian Minister of Roads and Urban Development Ahmad Eslami and Minister of Roads, Communications and Advanced Technologies of the Republic of Azerbaijan Ramin Gholizadeh held a video conference, stressing on the need to further develop infrastructure and rail links in the region.

During the meeting, the ministers underlined that Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan are to work together closely to further enhance mutual trade, transportation and rail cooperation.

They recalled the determination of both presidents to increase transit and transportation cooperation, expressing hope the two countries will expand their cooperation by implementing joint ventures.

They also underlined the need to construct a joint bridge for cars on the Astarachai river in Astara as well as to complete and put into service the Astara-Astara rail terminal.