Development of Halal Trade, the neglected capacity in Iran -Russia trade relations

reports Mehr correspondent , Friday, January 23, President Massoud Mediian traveled to Russia at the invitation of Russian President Vladimir Putin and signed a comprehensive strategic document between the two countries. During the trip, which was also a member of the Board of Agriculture Jihad Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljah, he said at a meeting with Russian economic activists that agriculture and food form an important part of Iran -Russia trade relations, and given the background of relations two relations two relations. The country and the outlook, economic and trade exchanges, especially in the agricultural and food sector, are expanding between the two countries.

He stated that about 2 % of trade between Iran and Russia is about export of agricultural products, announced that the volume of products Russia buys from Iran. Is lower than other countries than other countries; Iran is ready to increase the supply and export of agricultural goods such as fruits and vegetables to Russia.

Minister of Agriculture Jihad stated that water and land needed for joint agricultural production in Iran stated that economic activists increased investment in towns. Iran’s agriculture and greenhouses, especially for the production of tropical fruits in the southeast of Iran, can produce crops specifically for the Russian market consumption.

Iran-Russia trade foreground

Hossein Shirzad, an expert on agricultural development, on the dimensions of agricultural value chain cooperation in the Comprehensive Strategic Partnership Treaty between Russia and Iran, told Mehr reporter: After 5 years And half an attempt to prepare the text of the agreement, in the third meeting between the two presidents since the time of medical rule in the government, Russia and Iran, signed a comprehensive strategic partnership between the Russian Federation and the Islamic Republic of Iran “and a historical agreement on the sidelines of the summit. Brix was prepared in October.

He continued: The Partnership Agreement negotiations began early in the year; Of course, Iran and Russia signed a set of agreements in May to facilitate banking and energy cooperation, but the recent agreement is seeking a comprehensive six -year agreement signed by Moscow and Tehran in year 2.

He added: “The new agreement is on the verge of a new season in Russian-Iranian relations and their strategic and economic relations at a critical juncture when both countries face. They are, deepening. It is also worth noting that in year 5, Iran and the Eurasian Economic Union signed a preferential trade agreement (PTA), which was implemented on October 5. Thus, the two sides later began negotiations to upgrade PTA to the FTA after the first success.

The agricultural development expert said that the signing of the Free Trade Agreement between Iran and the member states of the Eurasia Economic Union (EAEU) on December 5th boosts trade relations to Special in agricultural trade, he said: Iran and Russia have announced numerous initiatives to strengthen bilateral economic relations or through regional frameworks last year. The most important action was the approval of Iran’s accession to the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO), a regional economic and security block led by China and Russia. Since 2008, Iran has been seeking membership in the Shanghai Cooperation Organization, including India, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Pakistan, Tajikistan and Uzbekistan. Last year, Iran joined the Brix to further strengthen Russian-Iran relations.

he said: After Ukrainian conflict, the volume of bilateral trade between Moscow and Tehran to about $ 5 billion It reached about 2 percent in year 2, and Russia became the largest investor in Iran after the Ukrainian conflict, the volume of bilateral trade between Moscow and Tehran reached about $ 2 billion, which only about 2 years. Growth increased by 5 %. Also in year 2, Russia became the largest foreign investor in Iran and accounted for about two -thirds of its total foreign direct investment.

he stated: joint projects have been developed in the sector of cereals, oil and gas as well as in energy and logistics. Russia offers oil and oilseeds, timber, mineral chemicals, machinery equipment, paper and cardboard and measuring tools. Iran has, in turn, exported vegetables and fruits, nuts, dairy products, plastic, iron metal products, construction metals and piping products to Russia; Of course, new partnerships are also emerging. On June 6, Gazprom and the National Iranian Gas Company signed a strategic agreement on Russian natural gas pipeline vision.

trade swing of the two countries

He added, but the trade between the two countries dropped by 2 percent to $ 5 billion by the end of the year by the end of the year. According to Russian data, imports from Iran to Russia increased by 4.9 percent to $ 1.5 billion. Iranian goods continue to strengthen their position in the Russian market.

Shirzad, referring to export of Russian products to Iran, explained: Data show that in year 2, food and crops of agricultural raw material Has exported Russian to the Islamic Republic; Of course, changing the climate of the region varies last year. Russia did not offer wheat to the Iranian market due to the good harvest of wheat in Iran and the self-sufficiency of this strategic crop in the country; But in recent years, on average, Iran bought 2 to 5 million tons of wheat from Russia, with an average of $ 2 to $ 5 per tonne. Therefore, the dollar value is about $ 1 billion.

from dependence to wheat self-sufficiency in the country

The agricultural expert, referring to the process of wheat cultivation and production in the country, said: “Wheat harvest in Iran varies between 2 and 5 million tons annually and annually and varies and varies annually and varies between 1 and 2 million tons and annually and. The country’s need for imports is between 2 and 5 million tons of wheat. In year 2, the volume of trade between the two countries almost doubled because Iran experienced the worst drought in the last 5 years and had about 2 million tons of wheat shortages. As a result of these climatic conditions, the record of 5 million tonnes of wheat from Russia was recorded.

he said: “Production of local cereals began to improve in year 6.” Iran’s imports from Russia declined by 5 %, although the Islamic Republic was still the third largest importer of wheat from Russia. In year 2, Iran’s trade with Russia was less than $ 5 billion. Russian exports to the Islamic Republic reached $ 1.5 billion in year 2. Iran became the largest importer of Russian maize in 1

Bold commercial partnerships in the agricultural sector

Shirzad pointed to the increase in export of Iranian agricultural products to Russia and said: In year 6, imports of some Iranian agricultural products, including oranges, lettuce and peppers relative to Last year it increased by 5 %. Iranian products replaced imported products from Europe and this reflects the high quality of Iranian products. Russia has also announced its readiness to expand cooperation in joint animal genetic development projects, the possibility of creating a joint programs for western hybrids, seed reform, increased self -sufficiency rates in various agricultural sectors, and are ready to cooperate in biotechnology and technology fields. And expand education in the agricultural sector according to the following facts:

1. Iran is a business partner for Russia in the agricultural sector, and the trade and livestock trade is a considerable volume of business circulation between the two countries.

1. The need to focus on veterinary and plant health cooperation; Strengthening cooperation between regulatory agencies in the field of veterinary and plant health standards is essential for the continued growth of agricultural trade.

1. Innovation in race and genetics; Both sides have identified plant and livestock correction, especially in poultry farming as a promising area for joint research and development.

1. Education partnerships; The two countries agree on the expansion of cooperation in agricultural education, including joint training of specialists in various fields of agriculture.

1. Student exchange programs; Russia announced its readiness to increase Iranian students’ quota at Russian universities and implement exchange programs to enhance educational relations.

North-south corridor effect on the two countries’ commercial relations

Former CEO of Livestock Support Company on communications and trade two countries: According to the two countries’ agreement, after the North -South Corridor is operated It will become a cereal transit hub. Russia has a significant place in international trade in cereal and is one of the largest exporters of wheat and other cereal products in the world. Will become. Russia has a significant place in the international trade of cereals and is one of the largest exporters of wheat and other cereal products in the world

He added: “Thanks to the huge agricultural resources, the weather conditions in key production zones and significant government investments in the agricultural sector, the volume of export It continually increases and provides grains in the Middle East, North Africa, Southeast Asia and other parts of the world. Main Russian areas such as the territory of Krasnodar , area Rostov and area Altai are leading grain producers who have a significant contribution to the total volume of Russian production and export.

Shirzad said that Russia has a leading place among the world’s exporters, especially in wheat, said: “This success in combination with factors, from government policy Is attributed to international demand.

He emphasized: To accelerate cooperation, introduction of Iranian companies to the Russian Ministry of Agriculture and starting joint activities in the agricultural sector is essential. Iran needs the imports of wheat and cereals needed annually for livestock, poultry and aquaculture, and Russia needs horticultural products, dairy, protein, fruits and vegetables.

, the agricultural expert, referring to the expansion of Iran-Russia trade relations over the past two decades, said: “The volume of trade is still at a lower level. Iran has always called on Russia to remove barriers to exporting agricultural products. The Middle East and North Africa region (MENA) is the main destination for Russian food export, especially grains focusing on Turkey, Egypt, Iran and Saudi Arabia; Of course, Russian food trade with the Middle East and North Africa is heavily influenced by bilateral political relations.

Halal Trade Development

Shirzad pointed to the halal trade, referring to the neglected capacity in Iran-Russia trade relations, saying: “One of the aspects of Iran-Russia agricultural relations that is less concerned They have been in the field of economic and commercial growth in the production, export and import of halal meat and other products since year 2.

He added: On November 7, Iran and Russia hosted the Iranian Embassy in Moscow on the virtual conference, which leads to the approval of a strategic document for commercial cooperation. The bilateral solvent became Russian.

he stated: The purpose of this action was to “strengthen and develop the private sector of Iran and Russia” by increasing the halal trade and … between them. Subsequently, the president of the International Islamic Trade Association of Russia (IAIB), which seeks to strengthen Moscow relations with the Islamic world, expressed their readiness to cooperate with Iran in Halal Meat Trade and other economic activities.

Forecast of Halal Trade Revenue

The agricultural development expert noted: Iran-Russia’s efforts to pursue halal trade cooperation indicate the importance of being in the global valuable world market; Billion dollars per year, which is expected to reach $ 5 billion in year 2, and with more than 1.5 billion Muslims that make up about 2 percent of the world’s population Iran -Russia’s efforts to pursue Halal trade cooperation indicate the importance of being in the world market with an estimated $ 2 billion per year, which is expected to reach $ 5 billion in year 2 and with more than 1.5 billion Muslims. It accounts for nearly 5 % of the world’s population while Iran is a Muslim and Russian majority with a Christian majority, both have significant markets for the production and trade of halal meat and other products. /p>

Shirzad stated: In year 2, Iran and Russia were ranked sixth and seventh in the “Halal Tourism Industry” with $ 2 billion.

he emphasized: The prospect of more halal trade cooperation in Iran and Russia is significant for two reasons. First, highlights the opportunities and capacities that Iran and Russia can use to strengthen the lawful trade between themselves and other countries, especially neighboring countries in Central Asia and the Middle East with a significant Muslim population. At the same time, this cooperation is full of obstacles, the most prominent of which is US international sanctions that have encouraged Iran and Russia to strengthen economic and trade relations as a tool to circumvent these sanctions.

He continued: Second, more careful examination of Iranian and Russian organizations involved in the contract and trade of solvent products and other goods, key differences in the form and styles of governance between It brightens the two countries. Between the ages of 1 and 2, Iran’s exports to Russia roughly doubled from about $ 5 million to $ 5 million, and Russian exports to Iran rose from approximately $ 2.5 billion to more than $ 2.5 billion.

He added: Between years 1 and 2, the United States, the European Union and other countries and multilateral organizations listed sanctions against Russia because of its role in the Russian-Ukrainian war. (Which began on February 4) intensified.

He stated that since year 2, sanctions have been allowed to stop its food trade with Russia. Russia has made it more important for exporting halal meat and other agricultural products to other areas. Further cooperation between Iran and Russia can help reduce economic pressure by opening more export markets.

Shirzad, Russia is a significant market for halal export from Iran, which, according to November 1, produced 5 types of food products. In that year, about 2 percent of the Russian population, or 5 million out of more than 5 million, were Muslims, and many probably consumed halal meat and other products.

He added: It may be interesting to know that according to a study published in Year 2 shows that halal meat is increasingly among non-Muslims in Russia and Europe It is also popular. به این ترتیب، مصرف صادرات حلال ایران به روسیه محدود به مصرف کنندگان مسلمان نخواهد بود.

راه‌اندازی دفتر نمایندگی

شیرزاد با اشاره به ایجاد دفتر نمایندگی روسیه در ایران، گفت: برای تسهیل صادرات، روسیه در کنفرانس مجازی با درخواست ایران مبنی بر ایجاد دفتر یا نمایندگی IAIB در داخل خاک خود در بندر انزلی موافقت کرد.

وی توضیح داد: IAIB دارای دفاتر نمایندگی در حداقل ۲۰ کشور در سراسر جهان در آمریکای جنوبی (برزیل)، آمریکای شمالی (ایالات متحده آمریکا)، اروپای غربی (آلمان)، اسکاندیناوی، اروپای شرقی (بوسنی و هرزگوین و صربستان)، خاورمیانه (عربستان سعودی، ترکیه و امارات متحده عربی)، آسیا (هند، سنگاپور و کره جنوبی) و جمهوری‌های شوروی سابق (آذربایجان، قزاقستان، قرقیزستان، لیتوانی و ازبکستان) است. با این حال، برخی از کشورهای این مناطق با توجه به خطر تحریم‌های ثانویه توسط ایالات متحده، احتمالاً از واردات یا تجارت محصولات حلال و سایر محصولات با ایران خودداری خواهند کرد.

وی افزود: از طرف دیگر، ایران بازار قابل توجهی برای صادرات حلال روسیه است، روسیه تا نوامبر ۲۰۲۰ تنها ۱.۳ میلیون تن گوشت حلال تولید کرده است. ایران بازار بزرگی برای مصرف کنندگان گوشت حلال و سایر محصولات است. صرف نظر از مصرف داخلی و جمعیت مذهبی، ایران می‌تواند به عنوان مجرای صادرات محصولات حلال روسیه و سایر کالاها به بازارهای آسیای مرکزی و خاورمیانه باشد.

وی عنوان کرد: از زمان اعمال تحریم‌ها علیه روسیه در سال ۲۰۱۵ روسیه، ایران را در کنار هند و چین به عنوان بازار جایگزین اروپا برای صادرات حلال و سایر محصولات کشاورزی در اولویت قرار داده است. روسیه علاوه بر امضای قراردادهای تجاری و مبادله‌ای بیشتر در این بخش‌ها با ایران و سایر کشورهای خاورمیانه، می‌تواند از بندر انزلی و منطقه آزاد ایران که در سواحل خزر و کریدور شمال- جنوب با روسیه قرار دارند، استفاده کند.

وی با اشاره به واردات و صادرات دام و گوشت حلال، ادامه داد: از سال ۲۰۱۵، ایران گوشت حلال را از دو تولیدکننده بزرگ روسیه وارد کرده و محصولات دامی خود را به کشورهای منطقه و فراتر از آن ارسال کرده است. برای بخش‌های دولتی، نیمه‌دولتی و خصوصی ایران و روسیه، گسترش تجارت حلال می‌تواند زمینه را برای همکاری‌های اقتصادی و تجاری بیشتر دوجانبه و سرمایه‌گذاری مستقیم خارجی در حوزه‌های دیگر مانند کشاورزی، صنعت و هیدروکربن‌ها فراهم کند.

شیرزاد معتقد است که بندر و منطقه آزاد انزلی دارای زیرساخت‌هایی است که تجارت زمینی، دریایی و هوایی بین ایران، روسیه و سایر بازارها را تسهیل می‌کند. در این فرآیند، سازمان منطقه آزاد انزلی می‌تواند شرایط تجاری مطلوبی را به روسیه از جمله عدم مالیات مضاعف، کاهش عوارض گمرکی و سایر موانع تجاری و همکاری در زمینه کشتیرانی و حمل‌ونقل پیشنهاد دهد.