Moscow: A senior Russian official has announced that Iran's request to obtain observer state status at the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) has been approved by the union's executive body, comprised of deputy prime ministers from the member states. According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Dmitry Volvach, Russia's Deputy Minister of Economic Development, revealed the decision on Saturday. He stated that Iran's request will be further considered during an upcoming meeting of the EAEU heads of state scheduled for December 2024. The Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC), the executive body of the EAEU, is tasked with implementing decisions and other responsibilities. The EEC deputy prime ministers convened on Friday, November 29, where they gave their approval to a draft decision by the Supreme Eurasian Economic Council regarding Iran's observer status. This recent approval marks a significant step forward for Iran, which formally submitted its request in August 2024, bringing the nation closer to obtaining the sought-after status.