# Iran sees EAEU as key platform for joint development, first vice president says

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- TASS, 2026-10-02 13:16 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://tass.com/world/2196751

> Iranian First Vice President Mohammad Reza Aref said Iran regards the Eurasian Economic Union as one of the most important platforms for regional cooperation. He said the country should turn existing potential into trade, investment and joint development, and highlighted possible energy and transport projects and Iran’s role as a transit link for Eurasian trade.