Iranian delegation visits Iraq on dealing with SDS
A delegation led by the secretary of the national policymaking headquarters for dealing with sand and dust storms has traveled to Iraq to follow up on previous agreements in this regard.
Ashura: How a movement changed course of history
For a tourist visiting Iran during the first ten days of the month of Muharram, these days might feel like an immersive cultural experience.
FAO, Iran collaborate to enhance pistachio production, export
The Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations (FAO) and the Ministry of Agricultural Jihad (MAJ) embarked on a strategic partnership to bolster pistachio production and export in Iran.
Low rainfall creates sources of SDS in north, east: official
In recent years, low precipitation in the northern and eastern parts of the country has gradually turned pastures into centers of sand and dust storms, Sadeq Ziaeian, an official with Iran Meteorological Organization, has said.
Environmental protection precedes development
Climate change, land subsidence, deforestation, and water scarcity are among the major environmental challenges in the country.
Iran appreciates UNODC-Japan support for fight against drugs
The Iranian anti-narcotics police appreciate the Government of Japan and the United Nations Office on Drugs and Crime (UNODC) for their support in dealing with narcotics.
Wetlands protection helps sustainable agriculture around Lake Urmia
The plan to protect wetlands has reduced water consumption by up to 27 percent, helping sustainable agriculture around Lake Urmia.
Health attachés to be dispatched to Africa, Latin America
Iran is planning to send special envoys as health attachés to certain countries in Africa and Latin America.
Iran Tops in Drinking Water Access in Urban, Rural Areas
Iran ranks first in terms of access to drinking water in urban and rural areas across the globe and among countries in the West Asia region, according to the World Bank.
More than 8,000 plant species identified in Iran
In terms of biological and genetic diversity, Iran is among the top twenty countries in the world, so more than 8,000 plant species and a significant number of exclusive species in Iran have placed important parts of the country in the world's biodiversity hotspots.