India-Armenia-Iran
India, Armenia and Iran discuss regional developments during Trilateral Consultations
Indian, Armenian and Iranian officials discussed connectivity initiatives, engagement in multilateral fora, and regional developments during a Trilateral Consultations held in New Delhi on December 12.
J.P Singh, Joint Secretary, PAI Division led the discussions from the Indian side.
The 2nd India-Iran-Armenia Trilateral Consultations took place in New Delhi today.
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"The delegations from Iran and Armenia were led by H.E. Mr. Hashem Ashja’ Zadeh, Director General of South Asia Division, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran and H.E. Ms. Anahit Karapetyan, Head of Asia-Pacific Department, Ministry of Foreign Affairs of the Republic of Armenia, respectively," read a statement issued by the Ministry of External Affairs.
"Building on the outcomes of the previous trilateral consultations held in Yerevan in April 2023, the three sides discussed connectivity initiatives, engagement in multilateral fora, and regional developments," read the statement.
The officials also explored ways to promote trade, tourism and cultural exchanges while strengthening people-to-people ties.
"During the consultations, the delegations emphasised the need for fostering close cooperation under the INSTC and highlighted the role of Chabahar Port in this regard," the statement said.
The Armenian side briefed the participants on its connectivity initiative "The Crossroads of Peace”.
It was agreed during the New Delhi meeting that the next round of trilateral consultations will be held in Iran at a mutually convenient date and time.
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