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Iran-Russia power grids connection to boost regional supplies: Minister
Aliabadi made the remarks in a meeting with visiting Russian Energy Minister Sergei Tsivilev in Tehran on Tuesday, IRNA reported.
The official described the meeting as crucial, noting that Russia is one of Iran’s key neighbors.
He stated that connecting the electrical networks of both countries could generate significant supplies of electricity for the countries of the region.
Aliabadi went on to say that Iran and Russia have already been collaborating extensively in the electricity sector.
Iran has established electrical connections with Turkey, Iraq, Azerbaijan, Afghanistan, Armenia, Turkmenistan, and Pakistan, he added.
The construction of the Sirik power plant was also discussed during the meeting.
The Sirik power plant which is under construction in Sirik county in the southern Iranian province of Hormuzgan will have a generation capacity of 1,400 megawatts.
A contract for the Sirik power plant has been signed between Iran and Russia, Aliabadi said, adding that both sides are eager to implement it, with Russia being interested in partnering with Iranian companies.
The Sirik project has an executive plan, and we are actively working to resolve any technical challenges in this regard, the minister further noted.
For his part, the Russian energy minister expressed support for bolstering ties with Iran, noting that Russia is working on a plan for Iranian and Russian officials to meet in Moscow in December.
Tsivilev said Russia seeks to obtain Iranian technology for the design and manufacturing of gas turbines for its power plants.
The Russian minister also held a meeting with Iranian First Vice President Mohammadreza Aref on Wednesday.
Speaking at the meeting, Aref announced Tehran and Moscow’s strong determination to strengthen bilateral relations to the maximum level.
As there are considerable capacities in both countries for boosting cooperation, it is important that the two sides enhance trade exchange and implement the agreements on cooperation, Aref noted.
It is an indication of the strong will of both sides to foster ties as they continue consultations, especially during the current global and regional situation, the vice president said.
The Islamic Republic of Iran says that the all-out and long-term cooperation with Russia is of paramount importance, he added.
For his part, the Russian minister said there are various grounds for deepening cooperation between his country and Iran.
The exchange of meetings between the two sides’ senior officials will facilitate the expansion of relations, he underlined.
Tsivilev, who is also the Russian chairman of the Moscow-Tehran economic committee, stressed that the committee’s activities are significant as it helps facilitate cooperation.