Hemati in Turkey; Meeting with the Central Bank Governors of Turkey and Tunisia

Hemati, the Governor of the Central Bank of Iran, traveled to Turkey on September 14, 2026. This trip was planned to meet with the central bank governors of Turkey and Tunisia. During this meeting, topics related to economic and financial cooperation among the three countries were discussed.

Details of the Meeting and Its Objectives

During this meeting, Hemati exchanged views with Murat Uysal, the Governor of the Central Bank of Turkey, and Marwan Abassi, the Governor of the Central Bank of Tunisia. The main goal of these negotiations was to explore ways to strengthen financial and economic relations among Iran, Turkey, and Tunisia. In a session held at one of the major hotels in Istanbul, both sides emphasized the importance of banking and financial cooperation in securing mutual interests.

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Economic and Currency Situation in Turkey

During this trip, the economic situation in Turkey was also addressed. The price of the Turkish lira against the toman reached 300 tomans on Monday, indicating severe economic fluctuations in the country. This situation could impact the financial relations between Iran and Turkey, and Hemati expressed concern about it.

Furthermore, Hemati referred to the establishment of direct flights by Iran Air from Tehran and Mashhad to Istanbul, presenting this as an opportunity to develop tourism and trade cooperation among the three countries. He also emphasized the importance of creating new financial mechanisms to facilitate trade and investment.

Response to Challenges and Opportunities

This meeting took place at a time when countries in the region are facing multiple economic challenges. Hemati emphasized that banking cooperation could help countries overcome economic challenges and achieve greater stability. He also pointed out the necessity of exchanging experiences in various economic fields.

At the end of this session, the parties agreed to hold subsequent meetings to continue negotiations and review progress. This action could be a sign of the countries' serious determination to strengthen financial and economic relations.

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