Kharrazi arrived at New Delhi Airport on 24 August 2003 on the official invitation of his Indian counterpart Yashwant Sinha, to hold talks with him and the Indian Premier, Atal Bihari Vajpayee. In a meeting, held at the Prime Minister’s residence, the two sides discussed bilateral relations, regional and international developments as well as prospects of Iran-Indian relations. India’s National Security Adviser, Brajesh Mishra and the country’s Foreign Secretary, Kanwal Sibal were also present at the meeting.

Underscoring the Iran-Indo cooperation in energy and industrial sectors, Kharrazi said that the regional cooperation—particularly in Afghanistan—would strengthen stability and convergence among the regional countries. For his part, Vajpayee identified Iran and India as two "key powers in the region" and said, "Friendly and strong relations between the two countries would strengthen peace and stability in the region."

Indian and Iranian Foreign Ministers discussed ways to further expand bilateral relations in there meeting held in Hyderabad House in New Delhi. Yashwant Sinha and is Iranian counterpart expressed satisfaction over the progress achieved in bilateral relations and termed as "strategic" the cooperation between the two countries. It was agreed that cooperation in energy and transfer of Iranian gas to India and New Delhi’s participation in Iranian industrial and economic programs were important points in their relations. Referring to the transport and railways agreements between Iran and India; Kharrazi said, "All this cooperation has opened a new chapter in the relations between the two countries and more areas have to be explored in line with the interest of the entire region." Sinha also termed the exchange of visit between Iran and India as the culmination of relations between the two countries and said, "Economic and industrial cooperation particularly the transfer of Iranian gas to India, tops New Delhi’s agenda."

India is determined to invest more in the Iranian energy sector and Information Technology (IT) is another area for cooperation between Tehran and New Delhi which India is ready to expand. New Delhi is also eager to exchange views with Tehran and make use of Iran’s valuable experience in this regard to the energy sector. The two foreign ministers pointed to the rich cultural heritage between the two countries and called for the further enhancing of the cultural cooperation between them.

Kharrazi left India for China on the official invitation of his Chinese counterpart, to review the latest regional and international developments as well as issues of mutual interest with several senior Chinese officials including the Chinese President, Deputy Prime Minister and Foreign Minister, Li Zhaoxing.

The growing ties between Tehran and Beijing have been termed as "positive" and there has been a call for more frequent exchanges of visits between the two countries’ senior officials to bolster political, economic and cultural relations. Pointing to the status of Iran and China, Kharrazi stressed bilateral cooperation to strengthen peace and security as well as exchange of views within international forums.

Iran is pleased with China’s support for the import of Iran’s non-oil commodities and the regulation of preferential tariffs for Iranian goods, which is to increase the value of Iran’s exports to Beijing.

With an appreciation of the culture and civilization of the two ancient countries; media, parliamentary and cultural cooperation and ‘Dialogue among Civilizations’ takes on a new significance. Li, for his part, said that the civilization, culture and traditional deep-rooted friendship between the two nations have served to expand cooperation between the two countries. He added that China approves of regional and international policies adopted by Iran and voiced his country’s serious determination to bolster ties with the Islamic Republic.

"Iran’s role in the Persian Gulf, Afghanistan and Iraq is in line with peace and security and we should cooperate with each other in various regional and international fields, as we have common interests and stance on most international issues" the Chinese minister said.

Iran is among China’s important partners in the region and despite extensive economic cooperation, the two countries have yet to achieve their full cooperation potential in the utilization of oil, gas and transportation capabilities. China attaches importance to economic, tourism and cultural ties with Iran and acknowledges and respects its 5000-year history.

The Chinese Foreign Minister expressed China’s satisfaction with further expansion of mutual relations and lauded Iran’s efforts to the effect, while stressing that Kharrazi’s visit to China will contribute to further introducing the two states to each other and strengthening their relations. Ties between Iran and China have been noteworthy over the past 30 years, especially after the victory of the Islamic Revolution. The frequent exchange of visits between senior officials from both countries in recent years has been very effective in raising the level of bilateral economic and trade cooperation. "China gives high significance to its traditional and friendly ties with Iran and is willing to continue its extensive bilateral cooperation in the long run," the Minister added.

The potentials of both states for economic and trade collaboration is quite high, and China hopes to further expand joint cooperation in the field of oil, gas, power generation, communications and transportation. The favorable economic and social profits of Tehran metro project are evident for China and more joint projects in various fields are due to get underway in the future.

Iran is considered by China to be a pivotal state in the Middle East and the West Asian region, which plays a decisive role on both regional and international scenes. Given the common outlook of the two states on Iraq and Afghanistan, China is willing to play a role in establishing peace and stability in those countries in joint cooperation with Iran. As a developing country and permanent member of the United Nations Security Council, China finds itself committed to protection of global peace. It will continue to back the UN Charter, international laws and the establishment of a modern global political and economic system.

During his visit, Kharrazi meet with the Chinese Deputy Prime Minister and the Chinese Head of Iran-China Economic Commission, Wu Yi, on the expansion of economic and industrial cooperation. Iran is seeking to utilize its dynamic workforce and extensive economic potentials to make the necessary endeavors to achieve an economic boom. Transportation, dam construction, power plants, petrochemicals along with oil and gas projects are all given priority in Iran’s industrial-economic outlook. Iran’s Free Trade Zones (FTZs) enjoy an excellent situation and have been successful in attracting foreign investors. Thus it is clear, as Kharrazi pointed out, that the ground for Chinese investment is well prepared.

The increase of investment by Chinese firms is very welcomed and China’s cooperation in Iran’s oil and gas industries is of high importance for long-term exports to China which will guarantee long-lasting ties. The Iranian minister voiced Iran’s readiness to cooperate on technical and engineering services with the Chinese side. The Chinese deputy prime minister, for his part, expressed satisfaction over the volume of trade exchange between the two countries adding that China attaches importance to expansion of economic and technical cooperation with Iran. The volume of trade between Iran and China stood at over $3 billion—which is a record in mutual economic ties. That is said to be the reason behind the preferential tariff rate Iranian products enjoy.

China has described Iranian products to be of "good" quality, and has expressed its willingness to import non-oil commodities from Iran. Chinese firms are eager to invest and broaden their economic activities in Iran’s FTZs and they have highlighted new methods of boosting economic cooperation.

Given the importance on oil cooperation, there is a need to form a follow-up committee to pursue mutual cooperation in the energy sector. On the holding of an Iran-China joint economic commission meeting in China later this year, the two sides exchanged views on supporting the private sector as well as the chambers of commerce of Iran and China.

Deputy Head of Management and Planning Organization (MPO) Ibrahim Bahadorani and Chinese Deputy Minister of Commerce An Min in a meeting on Wednesday discussed mutual economic and trade ties and the upcoming meeting of the 12th Iran-China Economic Commission. In the meeting, Bahadorani referred to the understanding reached between the political leaders of Iran and China as a suitable ground for bilateral trade exchange.

In his talks with senior Japanese officials, Kharrazi discussed bilateral ties and exchanged views on Tehran-Tokyo cooperation at the regional and international levels. The visit comes at a time when there are on-going talks between Iran and Japan on the Azadegan oil field. Iran is a major producer of crude oil and Japan is a good customer, thus Tokyo’s investment in Iran’s oil fields will not only be viable, but will also guarantee Japan access to energy sources. Friendly Tehran-Tokyo economic and cultural ties have strengthened political relations between the two states.

Expressing his satisfaction with the current level of Iran-Japan relations, Nakayama said the two parliaments play a crucial role in expanding bilateral ties. Terming the current visit to Japan of the Iranian foreign minister as important, he said Tehran and Tokyo share identical views regarding several regional and international issues including Afghanistan and Iraq and that the amicable relationship of the two states may help settle regional crises.

Japan’s Minister of Economics, Trade and Industries highlighted oil cooperation with Tehran as an issue of high importance for Tokyo. He termed as valuable the economic and industrial cooperation between the two countries and said Iran was one of Japan’s major trade partners. The minister also hailed Iran’s industrial progress and expressed his country’s interest in cooperating with Iran both within and outside Japan.

Mutual cooperation, particularly in economic and industrial areas will be beneficial to both countries and Iran has launched several major oil projects to which Japanese companies could contribute. The export of non-oil products, supporting the private-sector and Japan’s investments are among the factors leading to the expansion of economic and industrial cooperation between the two countries. Iran also welcomes the activities of Japanese companies in its free trade zones.

Japan believes Iran plays a key role in establishing peace and stability in the region and evaluates the growing trend of Tehran-Tokyo ties as "positive" and beneficial to both sides. Japan is determined to expand relations with Iran in political, economic and cultural areas, and is keen to use Tehran’s experiences.

Kharrazi’s visit has been welcomed and it is believed that the coming of any dignitary from Iran to Pakistan is good news as it helps remove differences in perceptions and brings both states closer. The exchange of visits from either side could be handy in the formulation of a common strategy vis-à-vis the important issues concerning the two nations, having a psychological impact on the respective governments and people.

There is a great desire on both sides to come closer to each other, and Kharrazi’s visit is a testimony to this very fact. During his day-long visit, Kharrazi held talks with President General Pervez Musharraf, Prime Minister Mir Zafarullah Khan Jamali and his Pakistani counterpart Khurshid Mehmood Kasuri, focusing mainly on international, regional and bilateral issues with special reference to Iraq, Afghanistan and the active role of the Organization of the Islamic Conference (OIC).

The visit of Iranian foreign minister attains great importance as it takes place ahead of the UN General Assembly session and the OIC summit in Malaysia. The visit will provide an opportunity to have in-depth discussion on key issues prior to the two major events in the next three months. Pakistan and Iran enjoy good relations and have similar views on a host of international and regional matters.

Pakistani briefed Kharrazi on the situation in the region, especially the country’s diplomatic
efforts to reduce tension with India. Iran has been calling for peace and stability in South Asia and using dialogue as a means of reaching a resolution to all disputes between Pakistan and India.

President General Pervez Musharraf stated that Pakistan was keen to further enhance relations with Iran, saying both the countries should look towards a bright future. "All the hurdles stand removed, and close bilateral relations should be a source of coordination between the two nations".

Tehran and Islamabad should focus on evolution of common approaches in regards to Iraq and Pakistan is happy to take advantage from Iran’s expertise. The promotion of ties in the economic and trade sectors were also emphasized.

To cope with the fast-changing circumstances of the region, the Pakistani President stated that all the Islamic countries should move forward hand in hand, saying Pakistan and Iran should play cardinal role in this connection.

The commonalities between the two nations emphasizes the need for the removal of all possible impediments in the way of boosting cooperation in all areas of mutual interest.