Tehran, May 1 -- The Middle East's largest steel producer, Mobarakeh Steel Group, has urged the Indian government to grant market access to Iranian companies in the world's fastest-growing major economy.

Speaking exclusively to ANI on the sidelines of the Iran Expo, Abouzar Alvandi, Export Head for Far East and Middle Asia at Mobarakeh Steel Group, said, "India is the world's second-largest steel producer. With India undergoing rapid infrastructure expansion, we request the Indian government to facilitate Iranian companies by granting them a small share in the steel import market."

"We are neighbours, and this cooperation could help both countries. We seek only a minor share to export steel or other goods needed by the Indian people. Th...