Tehran – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is set to attend the upcoming D-8 summit in Egypt, marking a significant step in fostering economic cooperation among major Muslim developing nations. Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei confirmed the president’s participation during a press briefing on Tuesday.
The summit of the eight-member D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, scheduled for Thursday, brings together Bangladesh, Egypt, Indonesia, Iran, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan, and Turkey. The gathering aims to enhance economic ties, promote trade, and strengthen collaborative efforts in various sectors among member countries.
“President Pezeshkian’s attendance underscores Iran’s commitment to deepening economic relations with fellow D-8 nations,” Baghaei stated. “We look forward to fruitful discussions that will pave the way for sustainable development and mutual prosperity.”
The D-8 summit provides a platform for leaders to address common challenges, explore investment opportunities, and discuss strategies to boost intra-member trade. Key topics on the agenda include energy cooperation, technology transfer, agricultural development, and tackling the economic impacts of global events.
Analysts anticipate that the summit will also address pressing issues such as regional stability and the enhancement of multilateral partnerships. With President Pezeshkian’s participation, Iran is expected to play a pivotal role in shaping the organization’s future initiatives.
Established in 1997, the D-8 Organization represents a combined population of over one billion people. The upcoming summit in Egypt is seen as a pivotal moment for reinvigorating the group’s mission and fostering closer ties amidst a dynamic global economic landscape.
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