Mohsen Zangeneh, the head of the Special Commission for Supporting Production in the Parliament, provided explanations following recent statements about ceding 110 hectares of Iranian land to Afghanistan. He emphasized that allocating land for economic activities in no way means ceding part of the country's territory.
Explanation Regarding the Agreement in Chabahar
Zangeneh discussed the topic of the agreement in Chabahar port, stating: "This agreement means allocating 10 hectares of land in Chabahar port and about 100 hectares in the free zone for Afghan investment and facilitating this country's access to international waters." He added: "This action in no way means transferring Iranian sovereignty and should not be confused with ceding the country's territory."
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Consequences of Afghan Investment
These statements by Zangeneh come at a time when the topic of Afghan investment in Iran, especially in Chabahar port, has become one of the important discussions in the relations between the two countries. Given Chabahar's geographical location and its access to international waters, this port could become a significant commercial hub for Afghanistan.
Zangeneh also pointed out that this decision could contribute to economic growth and job creation in the region. He emphasized that such investments could create new opportunities for infrastructure development and improve economic conditions in border provinces.
While some critics have criticized this action and consider it a danger to the territorial integrity of the country, Zangeneh has clearly stated that any efforts for economic development must be conducted within the framework of national laws and regulations, and these types of collaborations should not undermine national sovereignty.
A Look at Iran-Afghanistan Relations
Iran and Afghanistan's relations, due to their proximity and shared history, have always been accompanied by specific challenges and opportunities. Given the political and economic changes in Afghanistan, Iran is seeking to establish closer cooperation with this country. This could contribute to regional stability and also improve the economic situation of both countries.
In conclusion, Zangeneh emphasized that such collaborations should be conducted with consideration of national interests and security and should align with sustainable and balanced development. Therefore, it is expected that officials and decision-makers in the country will act with careful consideration and full awareness of these issues.
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