Russia and Iran Discuss Energy Cooperation

Moscow (ANTARA) - Russia and Iran have discussed cooperation between the two nations in the energy sector and its development prospects, according to the Russian Ministry of Energy on Monday (28/9).

Previously, Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev held a meeting with the vice-chairman of the Russia-Iran intergovernmental commission for trade and economic cooperation, as well as Iran’s Oil Minister, Mohsen Paknejad.

“The current conditions and prospects for Russia-Iran cooperation in the energy sector, which is one of the primary areas of bilateral economic cooperation, were discussed,” the ministry stated.

The meeting also addressed current issues regarding the operation of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant, the ministry added.

The Russian Ministry of Energy also stated that the meeting discussed the preparation of a substantial agenda and other issues related to Iran’s participation in the Russian Energy Week (REW) and the Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF), which are scheduled to be held in Moscow on 14-16 October and 25-27 October, respectively.

Energy Minister Tsivilev emphasised the importance of maintaining a constructive dialogue with the Iranian side and highlighted the need for further coordination in efforts to initiate new mutually beneficial projects.