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Iran, Germany to develop transportation ties
IRAN, April 14, 2016
Iran and Germany have agreed to enhance cooperation in the transportation sector, said a senior official in a report.
Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development Abbas Akhoundi revealed that the decision was made during 'very constructive talks' with German Economic Minister Sigmar Gabriel in Berlin on Tuesday, added the Iran Daily News report.
Akhoundi said that his visit to Germany follows the invitation of the German economic minister during his previous trip in July last year to Iran.
He noted that the meeting discussed various projects such as transportation, housing, railway, aviation and roads, in which the Germany could play a role.
Akhoundi added that the talks were further continued during his current visit to Berlin, and important issues regarding discussions on financing of the projects.
He hoped that some of the projects could be finalised by the time Gabriel visits Iran on May 2, added the report.