India looks to Iranian port as Central Asia gateway

Iranian President Hassan Rouhani (far right) launching on Sunday the first phase of the Chabahar Port extension. Analysts say the port allows India to keep an eye on Pakistan's Gwadar Port just 100km away.
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani (far right) launching on Sunday the first phase of the Chabahar Port extension. Analysts say the port allows India to keep an eye on Pakistan's Gwadar Port just 100km away.PHOTO: AGENCE FRANCE-PRESSE

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