India To Manage Iran’s Chabahar Port For Ten Years

India is poised to manage Iran's Chabahar Port for the next ten years, aiming to boost connectivity with Afghanistan and Central Asia while bypassing Pakistan. This strategic decision, scheduled to be formalized soon with a signing ceremony by Shipping Minister Sarbananda Sonowal, is set to advance India's interests against regional competitors like China's Belt and Road Initiative. Chabahar Port is critical for the International North-South Transport Corridor, enhancing trade routes to Russia, Iran, and Europe. The extended agreement will solidify India's operational control and foster stable regional connectivity, offering significant economic and geopolitical advantages.