Iran's Foreign Ministry has officially affirmed that it deeply values its long-standing, civilisational ties with India, underscoring plans to strengthen bilateral dialogue during the upcoming BRICS summit.What Statements Were Made by Iran’s Foreign Ministry?Addressing the media ahead of the high-profile diplomatic gathering, Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmail Baghaei emphasized the centuries-old cultural, historical, and economic connection between the two nations. He noted that Tehran attaches immense importance to its diplomatic relation with New Delhi. Mr. Baghaei specifically pointed out that the BRICS Summit presents an optimal platform to hold constructive bilateral consultations, reaffirming Iran’s dedication to maintaining active dialogue with Indian leadership on multiple fronts of strategic interest.Why Is Chabahar Port Central to India-Iran Relations?Among the key topics highlighted by Mr. Baghaei, Chabahar Port stands out as a core cornerstone of bilateral cooperation. He remarked, "Various issues are usually discussed during consultations between Iran and India, including the Chabahar Port, which is important to both countries." Located in southeastern Iran, the port provides India with a direct, sea-land access route to Afghanistan and Central Asian markets, completely bypassing traditional land obstacles. For Iran, joint development and operation of Chabahar with India bring vital infrastructural investment, commercial traffic, and stronger connectivity into regional economic corridors like the International North-South Transport Corridor (INSTC).How Does the BRICS Summit Drive New Delhi–Tehran Diplomacy?The upcoming BRICS summit offers both nations a formal multilateral venue to align their shared geopolitical and economic objectives. With both India and Iran active within major regional and international alliances—such as the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation (SCO) and expanded BRICS—their shared dialogue serves to strengthen South-South cooperation. The consultations in the lead-up to the summit highlight a mutual ambition to boost trade resilience, improve regional logistics, and deepen civilisational partnerships despite broader global economic uncertainties.also read : Paris Probes Eiffel Tower Gender Controversy
