Islamic Republic of Iran Shipping Lines (IRISL) plans to open a regional office in Africa to ensure regular commute of its fleet to the continent through direct shipping lines, Fars News Agency reported.
As reported, the decision for launching the mentioned office has been made concurrent with the visit of Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi to Africa.
According to IRISL Deputy Head Amir Bayat, in addition to North and East Africa for which currently direct shipping lines have been launched, IRISL plans to expand its services in other regions of the continent.
President Raisi left Tehran for the African continent on Wednesday morning to visit Kenya, Uganda, and Zimbabwe.—Tahran Times
