India, Iran picth for 'inclusive political system' for a stable Afghanistan : Visiting Minister meets PM, NSA also

(Much importantly the visiting Iranian Foreign Minister briefed EAM Dr S Jaishankar on the current situation pertaining to the JCPOA. 

The Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action, known commonly as the Iran nuclear deal or Iran deal, is an agreement on the Iranian nuclear program reached in Vienna on 14 July 2015, between Iran and the P5+1 together with the European Union.

The two Ministers also exchanged views on the Ukraine conflict and its repercussions.

During the visit, Iranian Foreign Minister called-on Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi and also held a meeting with the National Security Advisor, Ajit  Doval.)

New Delhi 

India and Iran discussed international and regional issues, including Afghanistan and both the sides reaffirmed the importance of providing immediate humanitarian assistance to the people of Afghanistan.

An MEA statement said at the meeting of foreign ministers Dr S Jaishankar and his visiting Iranian counterpart both sides reiterated the need for a representative and inclusive political system in support of a peaceful, secure and stable Afghanistan. 

Both sides acknowledged the significance of bilateral cooperation in the field of regional connectivity and reviewed the progress made at the Shahid Beheshti terminal, Chabahar port. 

They also agreed that the Chabahar Port has provided much needed sea-access to landlocked Afghanistan and has also emerged as a commercial transit hub for the region, including for Central Asia. 

They reaffirmed their commitment to continue to cooperate on the development of Chabahar Port. Teams from both countries will be meeting soon to address operational aspects.

Updated on June 8 : Iran Foreign Minister meets PM Modi, Jaishankar : Modi recalls "Centuries-old civilizational links"

Diplomacy is a permanent and lasting feature....especially under Moditva ...it does not carry baggage of controversies.

Dr Jaishankar held talks with visiting Iranian foreign minister H. Amirabdollahian in New Delhi on June 8. "Our discussions today will reflect our close and friendly relations," so aptly tweeted External Affairs Minister. 

In fact, the visiting dignitary also called on Prime Minister Narendra Modi. 

Welcoming the dignitary, Prime Minister warmly recalled the long-standing civilizational and cultural links between India and Iran. The two leaders discussed ongoing bilateral cooperation initiatives. Prime Minister stressed that both countries should work to accelerate exchanges in the post-COVID era.

Prime Minister requested the Iran Foreign Minister to also transmit his greetings to His Excellency President Ebrahim Raisi, and looked forward to meeting the President of Iran at an early date. 

In a tweet, the Prime Minister wrote - "Was happy to receive Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian for a useful discussion on further development of Centuries-old civilizational links between India and Iran". 

"Our relations have mutually benefited both the countries and have promoted regional security and prosperity," he said. 

Two foreign ministers: June 8, Delhi 

Iranian Foreign Minister Hossein Amirabdollahian will be on a four-day visit to India beginning June 7, Tuesday at the "invitation of his Indian counterpart" for meetings and talks with the country's high-ranking officials, Iranian authorities said.

"The visit to India is aimed at expanding ties between the two countries and holding strategic consultations over cooperation regarding regional issues and international developments," the Iranian foreign office said. 

He will meet senior officials and Indian dignitaries on Wednesday at the Sushma Swaraj Bhawan in New Delhi.

He will visit Mumbai on June 9 and also Hyderabad on June 10. Sources said the dignitary will emplane for Tehran on June 10 late evening. 

Matters related to Afghanistan situation and trade Chabahar Port to Afghanistan and Central Asia and Eurasia are likely to figure at the high level talks.

This is Abdollahian's first visit ever to India since taking charge last year. 
He was expected to visit India earlier this year, but that was postponed as External Affairs Minister S Jaishankar had fallen ill.

However, the two had met three times on the side-lines of a few multilateral events in the recent past.