ANALYSIS

Iran, a corridor and a missing link: will Russia unlock them?

Photo: Pixabay Javad Esmaeili.

Iran’s role in the international North-South Transport is crucial. Yet, despite some railway infrastructure advancements, it is also the corridor’s weakest link. A Russian delegation visited the country for this purpose, examining how getting involved in completing crucial lines could also benefit the country in acquiring a gateway to the Persian Gulf and India. The line in question is the Rasht-Astara railway, which will practically complete a big part of INSTC.

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Author: Nikos Papatolios

Nikos Papatolios is the Editorial Coordinator of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

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ANALYSIS

Iran, a corridor and a missing link: will Russia unlock them?

Photo: Pixabay Javad Esmaeili.

Iran’s role in the international North-South Transport is crucial. Yet, despite some railway infrastructure advancements, it is also the corridor’s weakest link. A Russian delegation visited the country for this purpose, examining how getting involved in completing crucial lines could also benefit the country in acquiring a gateway to the Persian Gulf and India. The line in question is the Rasht-Astara railway, which will practically complete a big part of INSTC.

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Author: Nikos Papatolios

Nikos Papatolios is the Editorial Coordinator of RailFreight.com, the online magazine for rail freight professionals.

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