New Delhi: National Security Advisor Ajit Doval spoke with Iran’s Supreme National Security Council secretary Ali Larijani ahead of Larijani’s proposed visit to India. The two leaders held wide-ranging discussions on economic, security, and defense cooperation, with a particular focus on the Chabahar Port project.
Chabahar Port has become a central element of India-Iran relations. It serves as India’s strategic gateway to Afghanistan and Central Asia, offering an alternative trade route that bypasses Pakistan. Both countries agreed to accelerate progress on the project to strengthen connectivity and regional trade.
The conversation also covered broader security issues. Iran expressed appreciation for India’s support at the Shanghai Cooperation Organisation’s Tianjin meeting. At the meeting, member states condemned the strikes carried out by Israel and the United States against Iran, a move that Tehran described as essential for regional stability.
Larijani’s upcoming visit is expected to reinforce dialogue on areas ranging from energy and trade to defense cooperation. For India, engagement with Iran remains vital for both strategic access and balancing regional dynamics. For Iran, India is seen as a reliable partner at a time of mounting Western pressure.
This discussion signals the intent of both governments to move beyond rhetoric and implement concrete steps. The focus on Chabahar shows how shared infrastructure projects are shaping foreign policy and security cooperation in South Asia and the Gulf.
