The president of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has emphasized the importance of enhancing bilateral trade between Iran and Turkey, particularly in the agricultural and food industries.
In a speech at a conference of business operators of the agricultural and food sectors of both countries, Samad Hassanzadeh highlighted the reduction of transportation time and costs for agricultural and food products as key factors in increasing trade volumes between the two nations.
Hassanzadeh noted that both countries are home to leading experts and scientists in agriculture and food industries. He proposed the establishment of joint research centers focused on the development and improvement of agricultural technologies, such as modern irrigation methods, new planting and harvesting techniques, genetically modified seeds, and pest control. This, he said, could lead to increased productivity and higher quality products.
The Iran Chamber of Commerce president also emphasized that Iran and Turkey can be both competitors and partners in the agricultural sector, and should focus on mutual cooperation to foster further development and prosperity. He recommended a long-term, strategic approach to bilateral agricultural cooperation between the two nations.
Referring to a recent problem for Iranian truck drivers at the joint border with Turkey, Hassanzadeh concluded that steps should be taken to halt confrontational measures at the borders and further ease transportation.