TEHRAN - The head of the Food Industry Commission of Iran’s Chamber of Commerce says some Iranian products reach the U.S. market through indirect channels, adding that the government’s quota-based policies for basic commodities have failed.

TEHRAN - Minister of Agriculture Jihad, Gholamreza Nouri-Qazaljeh, announced that the country’s agricultural exports have increased by 33% over the past year, attributing the growth to the policies of the 14th government and the tireless efforts of farmers, producers, and exporters.

TEHRAN - The 28th International Exhibition of Electronics, Computers, and E-Commerce (ELECOMP) opened today, Thursday, at the Tehran International Permanent Fairground and will continue through Sunday.

TEHRAN - Minister of Information and Communications Technology has underlined the strategic importance of Iran-China relations, describing technological and digital cooperation as a cornerstone of the two countries’ partnership. His remarks came during a ceremony marking the 76th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China, hosted by the Chinese Embassy in Tehran.

TEHRAN - The President of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has stressed that achieving economic security and restoring stability requires comprehensive structural reforms in the country’s economy.

TEHRAN - The International Affairs Advisor at Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) announced that if Iran’s exports and imports with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) reach at least last year’s levels, the recently implemented Eurasian Free Trade Agreement will generate around $100 million in economic benefits for traders and businesses.

TEHRAN - The Iranian Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) has emphasized new opportunities for the country’s construction industry in Russia, following the implementation of a free trade agreement (FTA) with the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU). The agreement, which came into effect on May 14, removes tariff barriers and paves the way for stronger exports of Iranian goods, particularly building materials.

TEHRAN (IRNA) - Iran has begun building strategic reserves of medicines to safeguard against potential disruptions if the UN “snapback” mechanism is activated, a senior health official announced on Sunday.

TEHRAN - The recent U.S. decision to revoke the sanctions waiver for Iran’s Chabahar Port will have little to no practical effect, according to a former senior official in Iran’s ports authority.

TEHRAN - The Deputy Head of Iran’s Civil Aviation Organization (CAO) has announced that nearly 60 percent of the country’s active airline fleet is now operated by the private sector, stressing that many of the high-profile claims about launching new carriers remain little more than promotional campaigns. He noted that despite earlier promises, including those surrounding “Dot One Airlines,” no aircraft have yet been delivered.