Iran and Venezuela Forge Strategic Partnership for Enhanced Nuclear Industry Collaboration
In a significant development for international collaboration in the nuclear industry, Tehran recently hosted a meeting between Mohammad Eslami, the head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization (AEOI), and Alberto Quintero, Venezuela’s Deputy Minister for Science and Technology. This meeting focused on enhancing cooperation between Iran and Venezuela in this crucial sector.
During the discussions, Eslami expressed his concerns regarding the ambitions of hegemonic powers, stating that they aim to control the natural resources of other nations and hinder their progress. He remarked that despite these challenges, Iran is committed to advancing with strength and determination.
Eslami further emphasized that collaboration with Venezuela offers a valuable opportunity for both nations to strengthen their capabilities. Highlighting the importance of this partnership, he noted that:
- Cooperation between Iran and Venezuela can lead to mutual advancements in technology.
- Joint efforts may enhance self-reliance in various sectors including health, industry, and agriculture.
- Working together can help counter challenges posed by external hegemonic forces.
In response, Quintero acknowledged Venezuela’s long-standing history of striving for independence, which spans over two centuries. He expressed his country’s eagerness to deepen cooperation with Iran to achieve greater self-reliance.
Quintero also commended Iran for its support in launching a nuclear physics course at a Venezuelan university, highlighting the educational and technological benefits that such initiatives can bring to both nations.
