Moscow: Russian President Vladimir Putin's economic adviser, Anton Kobyakov, emphasized the growing importance of Iran-Russia cooperation during a meeting with Iranian Ambassador Kazem Jalali in Moscow. This meeting took place amidst an ongoing transition from a unipolar to a multipolar world order.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Kobyakov lauded the signing of a long-term comprehensive treaty between the two nations, describing it as a significant accomplishment. He praised Ambassador Jalali for his efforts in fostering this progress. Kobyakov also highlighted Russia's willingness to collaborate with Iran, evidenced by the invitation extended to Iranian public and private sectors to participate in events like the St. Petersburg Economic Forum.

In response, Ambassador Jalali stressed the alignment of Iran and Russia on both regional and international issues. He pointed to the Comprehensive Strategic Cooperation Treaty and the Iran-Eurasian Economic Union Free Trade Agreement as pivotal in strengthening ties between Tehran and Moscow. He also expressed Iran's commitment to expanding trade relations with Russia and advocated for greater involvement in specialized exhibitions hosted by both countries.

The significance of the meeting was underscored by the presence of multiple Iranian delegations in Moscow for the 18th Iran-Russia Joint Economic Cooperation Commission. This commission was chaired by the Iranian minister of petroleum and the Russian minister of energy. Prior to this, Jalali met with Meysam Abedi, Iran's deputy ICT minister for technology and innovation, to discuss enhancing bilateral cooperation in areas such as information technology, communications, artificial intelligence, startups, and the digital economy.

Further illustrating the cultural ties between the two nations, Deputy Minister of Culture and Islamic Guidance and Head of the Cinema Organization Raed Faridzadeh attended the Eurasian Film Academy in Moscow and met with Ambassador Jalali.