Saturday, 15 November , 2025
  • Iran’s Wood and Paper Industry on the Verge of Bankruptcy 15 Nov 2025

    Iran’s Wood and Paper Industry on the Verge of Bankruptcy

    TEHRAN - A former member of parliament and the managing director of Mazandaran Wood and Paper Industries has warned of a looming crisis in Iran’s wood and paper sector, citing the impact of sanctions, restrictive regulations such as the “Forest Breathing Law,” and the urgent need for policy reform to revive domestic production. He also detailed the industry’s debts, production statistics, and plans for raw material supply.

Pezeshkian: Any geopolitical change to regional borders ‘unacceptable’ 04 Feb 2025

Pezeshkian: Any geopolitical change to regional borders ‘unacceptable’

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says the country will never accept any geopolitical change to borders in the region.

Washington’s ‘maximum pressure’ against Tehran has failed: Economy minister 03 Feb 2025

Washington’s ‘maximum pressure’ against Tehran has failed: Economy minister

Iran’s economy minister says the US government’s focus on trade tariffs exposes the futility of repeating the maximum pressure campaign against Iran.

Iran and Tunisia Aim to Strengthen Trade Ties With Direct Flights 03 Feb 2025

Iran and Tunisia Aim to Strengthen Trade Ties With Direct Flights

TEHRAN - The President of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has called for the revival of the Iran-Tunisia Joint Business Council, emphasizing that the current trade volume between the two countries does not reflect their economic potential.

Kazakh envoy: Iran rail corridor safest route for cargo transport to high seas 03 Feb 2025

Kazakh envoy: Iran rail corridor safest route for cargo transport to high seas

Kazakh envoy: Iran rail corridor safest route for cargo transport to high seas TEHRAN (Iran News)  Kazakhstan’s ambassador to Tehran Ontalap Onalbayev has said that Iran’s rail corridor is the safest and shortest route for cargo transfer to the high seas. He made the comment in a meeting with the CEO of the Islamic Republic of […]

Iran-Turkey Trade Surpasses $14 Billion 02 Feb 2025

Iran-Turkey Trade Surpasses $14 Billion

TEHRAN - The Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran to Turkey emphasized the strong ties between the Iranian Ministry of Roads and Urban Development and Turkey, highlighting the continuation of this cooperation. He announced that trade exchanges between the two countries have exceeded $14 billion this year.

Uzbekistan Lifts $400 Transit Fee for Iranian Fleet 01 Feb 2025

Uzbekistan Lifts $400 Transit Fee for Iranian Fleet

TEHRAN - After two decades, Iran and Uzbekistan have signed an agreement to eliminate the $400 entry and transit fee for Iranian fleets entering Uzbekistan. This significant step is expected to reduce export and transit costs while strengthening economic cooperation between the two nations.

Tehran, Baghdad Urged to Enhance Cooperation in Communication Network Development 01 Feb 2025

Tehran, Baghdad Urged to Enhance Cooperation in Communication Network Development

TEHRAN - Iran's Minister of Communications and Information Technology has emphasized the necessity of strengthening cooperation between Iran and Iraq to provide a high-quality communication network for Arbaeen pilgrims.

Gov’t Committed to Facilitating Private Sector Participation in the Economy 01 Feb 2025

Gov’t Committed to Facilitating Private Sector Participation in the Economy

TEHRAN - The First Vice President of Iran has emphasized the government's role in facilitating private sector activities and ensuring the security of investments for both domestic investors and Iranians abroad. He reiterated that Iranian embassies are obligated to protect the rights of all Iranians, regardless of their political affiliations, and that the government remains committed to addressing their concerns, especially legal issues.

Turkey Lifts Fuel Tariffs on Iranian Truck Drivers 01 Feb 2025

Turkey Lifts Fuel Tariffs on Iranian Truck Drivers

TEHRAN - In a recent development, the Turkish government has lifted the heavy fuel tariffs imposed on Iranian truck drivers, and the mandatory "full-tank" requirement for Turkish drivers in Iran has also been revoked.

30 Kilometers of Astara Railway Handed Over to Russians 29 Jan 2025

30 Kilometers of Astara Railway Handed Over to Russians

TEHRAN - Amin Taraf, head of the International Affairs Center at the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development, provided updates on Russia’s cooperation in constructing the Rasht-Astara railway project. He addressed the delays in finalizing the contract, determining costs, and initiating the disbursement of the Russian loan.