President Pezeshkian Seeks Stable Investment Network Between Iran and Kazakhstan
According to the Economic Desk of Webangah News Agency, President Masoud Pezeshkian addressed a joint Iran-Kazakhstan business forum on Thursday, December 11, 2025, during his visit to Kazakhstan, underscoring the importance of strengthening ties and establishing a lasting investment network between the private sectors of both nations.
Pezeshkian affirmed Tehran’s commitment to unrestricted development in its relationship with Kazakhstan, noting the deep roots in shared history, culture, and mutual respect. He stated that the partnership symbolizes a friendship between the Iranian and Kazakh people, signaling a significant step in expanding economic and commercial cooperation.
He recalled the historical context of their relationship, tracing it from the Silk Road to current interactions, emphasizing the mutual pursuit of civilizational ties and trade development. He called for elevating these relations to a new level of strategic economic cooperation.
Acknowledging recent advancements in bilateral collaboration, Pezeshkian mentioned transport agreements, streamlined visa processes for traders, and enhanced trade and customs cooperation. He noted the recent signing of documents across various sectors, expected to significantly aid the private sector, and referenced the resolutions from the Joint Commission on Economic Cooperation.
Pezeshkian stated that the current trade volume between the two countries does not match their potential. Despite the leaders’ intentions to expand relations, the 2024 trade volume reached only $340 million, a figure that falls short of the achievable capacity.
He highlighted the “Roadmap for Increasing Trade Volume to $3 Billion,” emphasizing the necessity for both private and public sectors to eliminate obstacles and realize this goal.
Pezeshkian stressed the pivotal role of Iran and Kazakhstan in the regional transit network, describing transport as the “driving force of economic development.” He envisioned Iran as the southern gateway to the Persian Gulf and the Indian Ocean, while Kazakhstan serves as Central Asia’s gateway to the north and east, both creating an active transport corridor to boost bilateral exchanges and act as a bridge between the East and West of Eurasia.
He noted the extensive potential for cooperation in energy, agriculture, industry, new technologies, tourism, and technical and engineering services. Pezeshkian declared the readiness of Iranian companies to engage in joint ventures with Kazakh counterparts, highlighting their resilience and experience gained amidst challenges.
Pezeshkian stated that the modern global economy is built on trust, transparency, and regional ties. The government supports initiatives that enhance the prosperity of both nations, welcoming investments in joint projects and promising full support for legal and transparent economic activities, including efforts to resolve administrative and banking challenges.
He outlined initiatives like a joint Iran-Kazakhstan shipping consortium in the Caspian Sea, the construction of silos and agricultural input distribution centers in Aktau Port, establishing a joint food and packaging plant in Kazakhstan, creating an Iranian building materials export park in Almaty, and enhancing mineral processing and regional export cooperation.
Pezeshkian also supported the establishment of a joint Iran-Kazakhstan Chamber of Commerce, expanding direct flight routes, simplifying trade visa issuance, and organizing permanent exhibitions of products from both countries.
He expressed hope that the forum would result in practical agreements, joint ventures, and a significant increase in trade volume, advocating for a determined and planned approach to elevate bilateral trade to its true potential.
