Tehran and Baghdad Eye Stronger Transit Ties
— May 26, 2025
TEHRAN (AIA) Iraqi Prime Minister Mohammed Shia Al-Sudani, in a meeting with visiting Iranian Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadeq, has called for enhanced transit cooperation between the two countries.
During the meeting, Al-Sudani emphasised the importance of completing the Basra–Shalamcheh railway project, highlighting its role in facilitating passenger movement between Iran, Iraq, and Central Asia—particularly during the Arbaeen pilgrimage.
The Iranian minister is currently in Iraq for discussions with officials focused on strengthening bilateral transport relations, especially the development of the Shalamcheh–Basra railway, which is expected to open a new chapter in transportation between the two nations.