Iran, Belgium to Broaden Cooperation in Mining Sector

Iranian and Belgian officials stressed the need to expand Tehran-Brussels ties in various domains, especially in the mining sector, AVA Diplomatic reports.Speaking at a meeting with Chairman of the Iranian Mines & Mining Industries Development and Renovation (IMIDRO) Mehdi Karbasian, Chairman of the Belgian Chamber of Commerce John Stoop voiced Brussels’ willingness to bolster mutual ties, especially in mining sector.

He further added that expansion of relations between the two country’s chambers of commerce can lead to enhancement of economic ties.

Belgian Ambassador to Iran François Del Marmol, who was present in the meeting, said, “We have studied Iran’s potentials, including in Kerman province and we are aware of a myriad of areas in this province for the activities of Belgian companies.”

He also said that Belgium has been continuing to have ties with Iran despite sanctions on Tehran.