Putin: Russia and Iran working on seamless logistics

Russian President Vladimir Putin stated at a press conference following talks with Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian that Russia and Iran are discussing the construction of a section of the international North-South transport corridor, specifically the Rasht-Astara railway line, which will facilitate seamless logistics between the two countries, News.az reports citing TASS.

"Great prospects are opening up in connection with the opening of the international [transport] corridor North-South. Discussions are continuing on issues related to the construction of its section - the Rasht-Astara railway line. The implementation of this project would help establish seamless logistics from Russia and Belarus to Iranian ports in the Persian Gulf," Putin said.

He stressed that Moscow and Tehran attach great importance to cooperation in the transport sector and the expansion of rail transportation.

News.Az