Will take new steps for development of Tehran-New Delhi ties: New Iran President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi tells EAM Jaishankar

Iran President Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi told EAM Jaishankar, "From today on, we should take new and distinct steps in the development of bilateral, regional and international relations with a new perspective". 

New Delhi: New Iran President Dr Seyyed Ebrahim Raisi told India's External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar that his country "we will take new steps in the development of Tehran-New Delhi ties". EAM Jaishankar is in Tehran for the oath-taking ceremony of the new President, his second visit to the country in the matter of one month. Last month, he was the first foreign minister to call on the Raisi after his victory in June elections. Emphasising, "Iran attaches special importance to establishing extensive relations with India", the President said, "From today on, we should take new and distinct steps in the development of bilateral, regional and international relations with a new perspective".  Iran is important for India on connectivity and to fullfill energy needs. Chabahar port in Iran is key to New Delhi's connectivity plans towards its west. The port, where India has invested provides connectivity to Afghanistan and Central Asia.