Record-breaking growth in Iran-Russia relations: 52% surge in tourism, nearly $5 billion in trade

Pars Today – The Russian Energy Minister stated that tourism growth between Russia and Iran increased by 52% in 2024 compared to the previous year.

According to Pars Today, citing IRNA, Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilyov emphasized: "The 52% increase in tourism between Russia and Iran is considered a significant achievement." 

Tsivilyov highlighted that there is a high volume of uninterrupted air traffic between Russia and Iran, adding: "Tourist groups can travel without the need for visas, which has contributed to the growth of tourism between the two countries." 

The Russian Energy Minister also announced that the volume of trade with Iran reached $4.8 billion in 2024. 

He added: "Trade volume with Tehran is currently at a very high level, and there is still strong potential for further economic cooperation between the two countries." 

Tsivilyov stressed: "Russia supplies agricultural products, metals, and timber from Iran, while Iran exports goods such as fruits, vegetables, and chemical products to Russia." 

Regarding the North-South Corridor agreement, the Russian Energy Minister noted that this major project, which connects Europe to Asia, will transform Iran into a major logistics hub. 

Sergey Tsivilyov, who also serves as the Russian head of the Joint Economic Cooperation Commission between Tehran and Moscow, spoke during the closing session of the 18th meeting of the Iran-Russia Joint Economic Commission in Moscow on Friday. He stated: "Cooperation between the two countries is accompanied by positive momentum in trade. In 2024, the volume of trade between the two nations increased by 16.2%, reaching $4.8 billion." 

Tsivilyov emphasized the determination of Iran and Russia to deepen bilateral dialogue and mutual commitment to comprehensive cooperation, saying: "The Joint Economic Commission plays a key role in advancing trade and economic cooperation between the two countries."

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