TEHRAN (Dispatches) - Iran’s Ambassador to Baghdad Iraj Masjedi has noted Iraq’s geographical situation, saying that it can replace other countries for transiting goods to Iran.
"Tehran and Baghdad share many commonalities for cooperation, Masjedi said, adding that Iraq can act as one of the largest transit destinations in the region and a bridge between the West and the East.
He noted that Iraq can connect to China via Iran’s railways. The envoy emphasized that presently the 1,600 kilometers of common borders between Iran and Iraq are quite secure.