Iran is looking to expand its trade relationship with South Africa, building upon existing successful collaborations. Plans include establishing a political committee and holding the 16th joint commission to facilitate further agreements in various sectors.
Iran seeks to expand trade with South Africa, building on successful cooperation, with plans for more joint commissions and agreements.Oil-rich Iran is gearing to ramp up trade with South Africa.The SA- Iran multibillion-dollar trade has seen local telecommunications giant MTN holding a significant stake in Iran cell, with Sasol having been involved in Arya Sasol Polymer Company.
Speaking at the 46th anniversary of the Iranian Revolution in Pretoria, Mehr said his country would “continue with plans” for this year’s bilateral relations.The plans, said Mehr, include the establishment of a political committee of South African and Iranian deputy foreign ministers to prepare for 16th joint commission in Tehran.“During our 30 years of close relations with South Africa, we have successfully held 15 joint commissions, which included vast areas of cooperation.
“These sessions concluded with the signing of more than 80 memorandums of understanding and other separate agreements.Reflecting on the significance of the Iranian Revolution, Mehr said: “We are celebrating the day while remembering the years of sacrifice and effort in the fight against imperialism, dictatorship and oppression.
“Iran’s advancements in the fields of science, technology, defence industries, medicine, nanotechnology, peaceful nuclear energy and space, demonstrate the determination and capability of the Iranian people for development and progress – despite the imposition of the most unfair sanctions and pressures over decades.”“The main objectives include scientific advancement in areas like renewable energy, nanotechnology, artificial intelligence and biotechnology.
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