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The minister highlights joint projects in gas, nuclear energy, transport corridors and financial coordination
Cooperation between Iran and Russia is expanding “in all fields”, with energy, transport and financial coordination at the forefront, Russia’s energy minister, Sergey Tsivilyov, has said during a visit to Tehran.
Speaking with Tehran Times, a partner of TV BRICS, after the 19th session of the Permanent Iranian–Russian Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, Sergey Tsivilyov described bilateral ties as entering a new phase following the implementation of the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty last year.
Energy initiatives were a key focus of the minister’s comments. He noted that talks over a gas transit route linking Iran and Russia are approaching completion.
“We are actively discussing a gas transit project between Iran and Russia. Both sides clearly recognise the importance of this project for our countries, and discussions are now in their final stages,” he said.
Progress is also continuing on the construction of a nuclear power plant in Iran, alongside the training of Iranian specialists.
“We are training Iranian nuclear specialists so they can eventually operate the plant independently. For us, it is important not only to contribute to development but also to help Iranians acquire the necessary knowledge and technical expertise,” he noted, adding that projects are proceeding in line with agreed timelines.
Beyond large-scale infrastructure, the two sides are also exploring further cooperation in peaceful nuclear energy and grid connectivity, as well as renewable technologies, particularly in solar power.
The International North–South Transport Corridor was another key focus. Tsivilyov said legal preparations for the Rasht–Astara railway segment are nearly complete and that an agreement is set to be signed on 1 April to begin implementation.
He described the corridor not only as an energy route but also as a broader transit artery designed to enhance regional connectivity.
On financial cooperation, the minister confirmed that discussions are advancing on the use of national currencies in bilateral trade.
“Across the Global South, many countries are already using their national currencies in both bilateral and international trade. This is a genuine global trend, and I believe it will continue to expand,“ the Russian minister said.
Technology transfer and joint innovation were also highlighted as pillars of the partnership. The minister said that cooperation extends to gas, energy and industrial technologies, with knowledge-sharing flowing in both directions.
He added that Russia also benefits from Iranian expertise, citing turbine manufacturing as an example of practical industrial cooperation.
Sergey Tsivilyov also stated that both countries coordinate closely within international groups such as BRICS, the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation and the Gas Exporting Countries Forum.
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