In line with Iran’s policy to enhance its transit capabilities, President Hassan Rouhani has inaugurated the first phase of Shahid Beheshti port in the southeastern port city of Chabahar on the shores of the Indian Ocean.

President Hassan Rouhani inaugurates the first phase of Shahid Beheshti Port in Chabahar.

Afghans see the route as key to streamlining trade with India and boosting access to markets in India, Europe and the Middle East.

Fears that the US may reimpose sanctions on Tehran are casting doubt over New Delhi’s plans to develop the port city of Chabahar in southern Iran.

Managing Director of Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran Mohammad Saeednejad hopes the section would come online after the presidential election in May.

The United States has reportedly welcomed India’s plan to expand Iran’s Chabahar port as a project that a top military official says will help the long-term stability of Afghanistan.

Indian analysts advise their government to stay away from any agenda the US may seek about Iran.

Iran’s transit potentials have been limited due to sanctions. However, in the post-sanctions era, Iran has made attempts to tap its potentials in this area.

Iran has launched its first passenger terminal at its Chabahar Port – a project expected to open the way for the country to receive sea travelers from regional states.

The Iranian president tells Indian prime minister that Tehran will firmly pursue the development of Chabahar port.