Iran, Turkmen officials discuss Caspian Sea issues

Tehran - BORNA - Iran’s Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi met and held talks with Turkmenistan’s Special Representative for Caspian Sea Affairs Murad Atajanov on Monday to discuss the latest developments concerning the Caspian Sea and the upcoming 7th Summit of Caspian Sea littoral states scheduled to be held in Tehran in 2026.

In a post on his X account, Gharibabadi wrote, “I met with Turkmenistan’s Special Representative for Caspian Sea Affairs Murad Atajanov within the framework of strengthening bilateral interactions and enhancing regional cooperation among Caspian littoral countries to discuss the latest developments pertinent to the Caspian Sea.”

During the meeting, both sides discussed key issues related to the Caspian Sea region, including preparations for the upcoming summit, joint initiatives among Caspian Sea littoral states, and environmental concerns, he added.

A particular focus was placed on the potential relocation of the Tehran Convention Secretariat to somewhere in the region and practical measures to address the declining water levels in the Caspian Sea, Gharibabadi added.

He also emphasized the importance of continued consultations and stepped-up bilateral and regional cooperation to advance the shared interests of all Caspian littoral nations.

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