Monday, August 8, 2016

The trilateral dialogue: Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran to forge trade links – BBC News

Russia, Azerbaijan and Iran intend to switch to a significant part of world trade. Today the presidents of the three countries met in Baku – a format for the first time in history. One of the main topics of conversation – the development of “North-South” transport corridor. This route for transporting goods from India and the Gulf countries in Europe – a competitor sea route through the Suez Canal. In addition, Vladimir Putin discussed with colleagues bilateral cooperation

The dialogue of the three presidents -. In the Heydar Aliyev Center. The futuristic building, where there are no straight lines, like a reminder of how important it is to get sharp corners, especially in such a complex and controversial area. A meeting in this format – the first time – on the initiative of the President of Azerbaijan. The final declaration – a sort of detailed plan for further cooperation. Speech and security, and the economic prospects.

The participants emphasize the value of meetings and common approaches. “Azerbaijan was against the international sanctions imposed on Iran and Russia, and has repeatedly expressed its position our country constantly support each other in the UN and other international organizations Relation with neighbors fully meet our national interests..”, – Said the President of Azerbaijan Ilham Aliyev.

Speaking in Baku – about prospective infrastructure projects. One of them – the South – North International Transport Corridor. The total length – 7,200 km. Loads from India, Iran, the Gulf countries come to Azerbaijan, and from there they were taken to Russia, and then – to the Western or Northern Europe. Last year, the volume of traffic on this corridor amounted to 7.3 million tonnes.

But in Moscow, Baku and Tehran and many other common themes. Vladimir Putin discussed them separately with each of the interlocutors. At the meeting with Ilham Aliyev, he went straight from the airport. Speaking of presidents – how to give a new impetus to economic cooperation. Turnover decreased, but the business does not panic. The volume of direct investments – half a billion dollars – also speaks of a solid foundation. Presidents touched upon the situation in Nagorno-Karabakh, the subject is so sensitive for Armenia and for Azebaydzhana. Mediating role of Russia in Baku, appreciate

“I would like to emphasize the role of Russia in the settlement of the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict, we the part value and your personal participation plays a very important role in the advancement of the settlement process.” -. Says Aliyev, referring to Putin. “I know how it is an acute issue for Azerbaijan and Armenia – meets Russian President. – We will strive for one thing – to help Armenia and Azerbaijan find a solution that is a compromise, but acceptable for both sides. For there was no winner. To winners were the two nations that both countries feel that they have solved this challenge for the benefit of today’s and future generations “.

with special attention of the world’s political and business elite followed the bilateral meeting of Putin with President of Iran Rouhani. Iran after the lifting of sanctions – a huge market, where major corporations are torn, primarily European. But Tehran is well aware of Russian technology – and the value of our experts. Example – is already built Bushehr nuclear power plant. And now on the agenda – the construction of eight units. In addition, Iran is seeking to raise its role in the SCO – now has observer status. Tehran appreciates Moscow’s role in resolving the nuclear issue

“I remember how warmly you took me in Tehran -. Said Putin, referring to Rouhani -. During this time we have come a long way in the development of our bilateral relations, our friendships are strengthened, they are multifaceted. this also applies to economic relations, it is for the political contacts and, in all directions, it concerns and humanitarian relations “.

” We will never forget the positive role Russia has played in achieving the nuclear agreement, and will never forget about your personal role in the implementation of this agreement, – meets Rouhani -. I am very pleased that we are witnessing the growth of trade and bilateral relations. ” In the evening in the schedule of presidents is one more point – a joint tea party. Without this tradition in these places can not do any one meeting

The first meeting in a trilateral format -. This is essentially a new integration configuration. The region is strategically important. The enormous potential for business. And a tremendous impact on global security. dialogue today – confirming that miss their opportunities Russia is clearly not going to

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