Dushanbe: First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref has stated that there are no obstacles preventing the further expansion of Tehran-Dushanbe relations. Aref made these remarks during a meeting with Tajikistan’s President Emomali Rahmon in Dushanbe, the country’s capital. He conveyed greetings from President Masoud Pezeshkian to Rahmon, emphasizing the mutual hospitality felt between the governments and peoples of Iran and Tajikistan.

According to Islamic Republic News Agency, Aref highlighted the longstanding civilizational, cultural, historical, and linguistic ties between the two nations. He expressed Iran’s readiness to collaborate in establishing and strengthening scientific and research centers, as well as academies in both countries, to expand cooperation in scientific, cultural, and technological fields.

During the meeting, Rahmon expressed satisfaction with the growing cooperation between the two nations across various sectors. He emphasized the importance of swiftly implementing agreements and signed documents to enhance bilateral relations. Rahmon also noted that the visa waiver has significantly boosted tourism between the two countries and stressed the importance of preserving shared historical and civilizational traditions.

President Rahmon appreciated Aref’s visit to Tajikistan and his participation in the International Conference on Glaciers Preservation scheduled for May 29-31, 2025. Earlier in the day, Aref visited the Talco Cable Industries, where Iranian private sector supplies a significant portion of raw materials, equipment, and machinery. He also signed the factory’s guestbook.