New Delhi, May 13: Iranian Foreign Minister Seyyed Abbas Araghchi was warmly welcomed upon his arrival in New Delhi on Wednesday evening for the BRICS Foreign Ministers’ meeting.
Ministry spokesperson Randhir Jaiswal shared images on the social media platform ‘X’, highlighting the cordial reception of Araghchi, who is in the city to participate in discussions ahead of the 18th BRICS Summit, set to be hosted by India later this year.
According to information shared by the official ‘X’ account of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Araghchi will engage in bilateral talks with officials during his visit, focusing on regional stability, multilateral cooperation, and economic resilience.
Prior to Araghchi’s arrival, Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister Kazem Gharibabadi reached New Delhi, where he was welcomed by Siby George, Secretary of West Asia at the Ministry of External Affairs. Their high-level meeting addressed various regional issues.
Photos shared by the Ministry on ‘X’ indicated that discussions between Gharibabadi and Indian officials covered bilateral and regional matters, including recent developments in the area.
India-Iran relations are built on mutual understanding, cultural ties, historical connections, and strategic trust. Gharibabadi referred to India as a “friendly nation,” emphasizing ongoing efforts to ensure safe passage for more Indian vessels through the Strait of Hormuz amid current regional tensions.
He stated during a conversation with select journalists in New Delhi, “India is a friend country for us. We have granted permission to 11 vessels so far, and we are working on allowing more. This facility is not extended to any other country, and not all vessels will receive permission. We welcome India’s assistance.”
According to the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), 11 Indian vessels have successfully passed through the Strait of Hormuz, while 13 others remain stranded in the Persian Gulf, awaiting further approvals.
The Iranian minister, playing a crucial role in ongoing negotiations with the United States, mentioned that new regulations are being established for vessels passing through the strategic waterway, which may include certain fees based on various criteria.
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