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Iran strengthens transport links with Turkmenistan and Uzbekistan
Iran has initiated road cooperation with Turkmenistan and eased transit barriers with Uzbekistan to enhance regional trade and logistics.
Running story — the local press covered it again on 14 November 2026.
The story so far as of 14 November 2026
On 11 October, Iran and Turkmenistan agreed to construct the Gumdag-Atrak road to improve transport and trade. Farzaneh Sadegh, Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development, emphasized the project's role in enhancing economic cooperation. On 14 November, Iran and Uzbekistan announced the removal of transit barriers to facilitate cargo transportation and improve logistics. This agreement aims to revive regional transport corridors and boost trade flow between the two countries.
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- Trade
Iran, Uzbekistan to ease transit barriers
Impact Logistics and manufacturing sectors benefit from improved trade flow and reduced transit barriers between Iran and Uzbekistan.
Sources: ISNA ↗, Mehr News Economy ↗, IRNA - Islamic Republic News Agency ↗
- Trade
Iran and Turkmenistan to Expand Road Cooperation
Impact Logistics and construction firms benefit from improved transport links between Iran and Turkmenistan.
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