China and Russia are in advanced secret talks with Iran to replenish the Islamic Republic’s supply of a key chemical compound used to propel ballistic missiles, Politico Media Company writes citing diplomats familiar with the matter, APA reports.
Tehran has held concurrent negotiations with officials and government-controlled entities from both countries, including the state-owned Russian chemical maker FKP Anozit, to acquire large amounts of ammonium perchlorate, or AP, however the exact quantity of AP Iran is seeking to purchase isn’t clear, says the source.
It is noted that this move will would mark a clear violation of United Nations sanctions.