TEHRAN - In a move that could significantly boost Iran’s trade presence in the Persian Gulf region, a senior member of Iran’s Chamber of Commerce announced plans for Bushehr and Dayyer ports to become central export hubs for trade with Arab countries, particularly Saudi Arabia and Qatar.

TEHRAN - Iran is moving forward with plans to establish joint free trade zones with neighboring countries, with Turkey being the top priority, according to Reza Masroor, Secretary of Iran’s Supreme Council of Free and Special Economic Zones. The move is part of a broader strategy to attract investment and boost regional economic integration.

TEHRAN – In a joint meeting between the Chambers of Commerce from Qazvin and Ilam and several Iraqi provinces, Iraqi representatives underscored their commitment to enhancing economic cooperation with Iran—particularly with Qazvin Province.

TEHRAN - With diplomatic efforts underway between Iran and Oman, former CEO of Iran’s Gas Export Company, Mehran Amirmaeini, stressed the urgent need for Iran to prepare specialized oil negotiation teams. He emphasized that if talks yield positive outcomes, the country must be ready to finalize contracts and launch projects swiftly.

Head of the Chamber of Commerce Samad Hassanzadeh said the indirect Iran-U.S. talks in Oman were a positive step for Iran's economy.

TEHRAN - China significantly increased its crude oil imports from Iran in March 2025, according to traders and analysts, amid rising concerns over potential new U.S. sanctions against Tehran.

TEHRAN - Iran has officially begun the implementation of a gas pressure-boosting project aimed at preventing the migration of natural gas from the South Pars gas field to Qatar. Experts say that with the resolution of international sanctions, Iran could become a major global gas producer and exporter.

TEHRAN - The Deputy Minister of Communications of Cuba has expressed his country’s interest in benefiting from Iran’s experience in implementing smart government systems and enhancing cybersecurity. He also confirmed Cuba’s willingness to participate in each other’s international events.

TEHRAN - Oil Minister, Mohsen Paknejad, and the Qatari Ambassador to Tehran, Saad Abdullah Saad Al Mahmoud Al Sharif, reaffirmed the two countries’ commitment to enhancing bilateral cooperation in the energy sector during a meeting in Tehran.

TEHRAN - Minister of Cultural Heritage, Tourism, and Handicrafts has emphasized the importance of non-Western cultural investment and named China as one of Iran’s key strategic partners in tourism and heritage projects. In an interview with China’s Phoenix TV, Seyyed Reza Salehi Amiri highlighted the historical and ongoing collaboration between Iran and China, particularly under the framework of the ancient Silk Road and the contemporary 25-year cooperation plan between the two nations.