Iran Seeks Stronger Ties with India Ahead of BRICS Summit

Source: Patrika News | Original Published At: 2026-09-10 09:35:49 UTC

Key Points

• Iran's BRICS Women Business Alliance chairperson Zahra Rahaei said the Iranian delegation received warm support from Indian representatives ahead of the BRICS 2026 summit.
• She said Iran wants to cooperate with India on women-led companies and startups, including a framework to help Iranian women entrepreneurs access markets, finance and credit in BRICS countries.
• Iranian Foreign Ministry spokesperson Ismail Baghaei said Iran would use the BRICS summit to advance dialogue with India and expand trade and economic cooperation.
• Baghaei said India's membership in BRICS and SCO provides platforms that can strengthen bilateral engagement.
• Iran also prioritized cooperation on connectivity and logistics and expressed hope that the summit would give new momentum to economic ties with India.