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.

TEHRAN - Trade diplomacy under Iran’s 14th administration has opened new opportunities for exporters and importers, leading to a 12% rise in non-oil exports and a 1% drop in imports, according to the Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade.

TEHRAN - A high-level delegation from the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA) traveled to Kazakhstan and China to explore trade opportunities in the Khorgos region. During the visit, the delegation held official talks with local officials and business leaders in Khorgos, China, culminating in the signing of a cooperation agreement between Mahmoud Najafi Arab, President of the Tehran Chamber, and Faming Ma, President of the Khorgos Chamber.

TEHRAN - Minister of Energy announced that the country has exported an advanced gas turbine to Russia for the first time, marking a milestone achievement for the Iranian power industry despite international sanctions.