The president’s remarks came during a high-level meeting at the
Presidential Office, which focused on the progress of joint investment projects
with international partners.
The meeting was attended by Petroleum Minister Dr. Mohsen Paknejad,
along with three of his key deputies, including the heads of the National
Petrochemical Company, the National Iranian Gas Company, and the National
Iranian Oil Company. The officials provided an update on current foreign investment
projects and outlined collaborative efforts with Russia and Turkmenistan in
oil, gas, and power sectors.
The President highlighted the importance of strategic foreign
negotiations, emphasizing that "all available options should be used to
develop joint solutions that align with national interests and benefit the
Iranian people."
He stressed that in order to make significant strides, Iran must first
assess its internal capacities before launching new projects. "We must
avoid overextending our commitments by initiating more projects than we can
complete. This has led to a backlog of incomplete projects," Pezeshkian
remarked, citing the need for prioritization to avoid resource strain.
In response, Energy Minister Dr. Abbas Aliabadi and Atomic Energy Organization
Head Dr. Mohammad Eslami reported on the status of negotiations with Russia and
Turkmenistan, detailing ongoing cooperative efforts and future plans. The
officials discussed how these partnerships could bolster Iran’s energy
infrastructure and align with the government’s broader economic and energy
objectives.