Pointing to the Islamic Republic of Iran’s plan to generate 20,000 megawatts of electricity through the development of nuclear power plants, Mohammad Eslami noted that agreements have been reached between the two countries, with Russia assigned a specific share in this development process.
Eslami, currently in Moscow, added that he will visit factories involved in the contracts and hold meetings with scientific and research institutes to enhance cooperation in education and research.
Referring to the meeting between the Iranian and Russian presidents in December 2024, Eslami said that Russian President Vladimir Putin emphasized in his talks with President Pezeshkian that energy is the most important field of cooperation between the two countries, particularly the construction of nuclear power plants. “Given this, the trip is of great importance,” he said.
He noted that the second and third units of the Bushehr Nuclear Power Plant are under construction in cooperation with Russia.
“This project is a priority for both the Iranian and Russian governments, and the emphasis of the two sides has accelerated its progress,” he said.
Iran’s Atomic Energy Chief visiting Moscow for official talks
Head of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization has paid a visit to Moscow for talks with Russian officials and participate in the Russian Nuclear Energy Week.
Mohammad Eslami, Chairman of Iran’s Atomic Energy Organization, arrived at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo Airport on Monday. He leads a delegation to engage with Russian officials and participate in the Russian Nuclear Energy Week. Eslami was officially received by Kazem Jalali, Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Russia.
Earlier, the Russian Embassy in Iran had announced that, as part of the celebrations marking the 80th anniversary of the establishment of Russia’s nuclear industry, a comprehensive event titled the “World Atomic Week” will be held for the first time, bringing together the global nuclear community and the general public.
Thematic activities take place in Moscow and major regional centers, with a dedicated program planned for the country’s nuclear cities. The key highlight will be the World Atomic Week, which will be held in Moscow from September 25 to 29, 2025.
