Addis Ababa: Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf and Ethiopian Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali have underscored the importance of bolstering bilateral relations across economic, cultural, and political domains, emphasizing the strategic use of BRICS' capabilities.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Qalibaf, leading a parliamentary delegation in Addis Ababa, met with Prime Minister Abiy Ahmed Ali to discuss avenues for enhancing cooperation. Highlighting the rich cultural heritage of Iran and Ethiopia, Qalibaf pointed out Ethiopia's strategic position in East Africa as a significant opportunity for collaboration in economic, scientific, and technological sectors.

Qalibaf expressed his views on leveraging BRICS-a group comprising Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa-to foster bilateral ties and strengthen partnerships. He suggested that Addis Ababa has the potential to become a central hub for air transport in the region, further facilitating cooperation and growth between the two nations.