TEHRAN (Iran News) Seyed Aghazadeh detailed that the webinar, organized by the Karaj Chamber, included participation from provincial economic managers and investment authorities from the Alborz Governor’s Office. Coordinated with Iran’s Consulate General in Guangzhou, the event drew a robust turnout from Chinese firms. “This initiative underscores our commitment to promoting Alborz as a hub for investment,” he said, noting that over 100 projects spanning infrastructure, industry, technology, agriculture, and tourism were presented. A key highlight was an English-language film showcasing Alborz’s economic strengths, offering Chinese investors a comprehensive view of the region’s potential.

The deputy emphasized the critical role of foreign investment in driving economic growth, advancing technology, boosting employment, and strengthening national production. “In an era where many countries approach economic cooperation with Iran cautiously due to external pressures, the enthusiastic participation of Chinese investors signals their keen interest in our opportunities,” he remarked. The webinar provided a platform for direct engagement, enabling investors to explore actionable prospects in real time.

Seyed Aghazadeh highlighted the interconnectedness of trade and investment, stating, “Many successful investments in Iran have stemmed from prior commercial ties. Companies familiar with our market often expand into investment and business development after assessing the opportunities.” He added that alongside promoting investment, the Karaj Chamber is focused on deepening Alborz’s trade relations with other nations, laying the groundwork for broader economic partnerships.

Stressing the importance of economic diplomacy, Seyed Aghazadeh revealed plans to replicate such webinars with other countries. “We aim to position Alborz as an attractive investment destination regionally and globally. Beyond China, we’re planning similar events with Asian and European nations to further pave the way for foreign capital,” he said. These efforts, he noted, not only attract investors but also elevate Alborz and Iran’s profile as an industrial and economic powerhouse, enhancing the province’s international brand.

Despite the progress, Seyed Aghazadeh pointed to a challenge: many private-sector investment proposals lack proper frameworks. “There’s a pressing need to educate economic stakeholders about foreign investment—its benefits, and how to pitch projects effectively to global investors,” he explained. Leveraging the Karaj Chamber’s extensive experience in this arena, he expressed readiness to foster a culture of investment readiness. “We’re prepared to offer training and consultation programs for private-sector players in Alborz, incorporating discussions and knowledge-sharing. Plans for such initiatives are already in motion for 1404 [2025-2026].”

Seyed Aghazadeh expressed optimism about the webinar’s economic impact. “Events like these don’t just draw foreign funds—they spotlight Alborz’s capabilities and build its reputation worldwide,” he said. With over 40 Chinese firms engaging directly with Alborz’s offerings, the event sets a promising precedent for future collaborations, potentially unlocking new avenues for growth in one of Iran’s key provinces.

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TEHRAN – Iran has recorded its highest number of deaths from COVID-19 within a 24-hour period, Health Ministry figures showed on Tuesday.

The 200 deaths reported on Tuesday exceed the previous record from Sunday, when the ministry reported 163 deaths in a day.

The Islamic Republic has recorded a total of 11,931 deaths and 245,688 infections from the coronavirus, ministry spokeswoman Sima Sadat Lari said in a statement on state TV.

Speaking at a presser on Tuesday about the latest data on the Coronavirus, Sima Sadat Lari said, “According to the definitive laboratory findings and from yesterday to today July 07 in the country, 2,637 new patients with COVID-19 were diagnosed and the number of patients with the disease reached 245,688.”

“1,455 of the new patients were hospitalized,” Lari said.

“Fortunately, 207,000 patients have recovered and discharged so far,” She said.

The Spokeswoman said: “Unfortunately, in the past 24 hours, 200 COVID-19 patients have lost their lives, bringing the total death toll to 11,931.”

The official stated: “3,270 patients are in intensive care units.”

“So far, around 1,846,793 COVID-19 diagnostic tests have been conducted in the country,” the Health Ministry spokeswoman said.

According to the spokeswoman, the provinces of Khuzestan, Kurdistan, Kermanshah, Hormozgan, Bushehr, Khorasan Razavi, East, and West Azerbaijan and Ilam are in a critical situation (Red Status).

The others such as Tehran, Fars, Mazandaran, Hamedan, Zanjan, Sistan and Baluchestan and Alborz are on alert.

Meanwhile yesterday Health Minister Saeed Namaki warned, “Coronavirus is one of the most dangerous and unknown viruses that have entered the human societies, and none of the world’s top virologists have predicted its future.”

Namaki said, “Due to the sanctions and many problems in the country’s economic situation, in the first phase of the disease, we had a difficult period and huge problems, thus with the help of all the people, non-governmental organizations and the sacrifices of the medical staff, we were able to create a great achievement. Death tolls reached about 30 people a day, and we were moving toward single digits mortality.”

“I have said many times that we are playing chess with an unknown virus and normalization of the situation and this delusion that the Coronavirus is over is one of the most dangerous ideas,” Saeed Namaki told reporters, adding: “A new wave has engulfed us in very important and border provinces, West Azerbaijan, Ilam, Khuzestan, Bushehr, Sistan- Baluchistan were affected.”

The Minister of Health said, “Today, we have reached a more favorable situation in provinces such as Kurdistan, Khuzestan, Bushehr, and Kermanshah, but it still does not mean that we have overcome the disease.”

“Wearing a mask and keeping social distancing can make us more than 80 percent immune against Coronavirus. We have to take social distancing seriously and not travel,”

Namaki called on all people to continue to fully and carefully implement health protocols in order to prevent the re-outbreak of the disease.

Warning that elderly people are more vulnerable to the COVID-19, the Health Minister reiterated that it is wrong to think that going to a party and leaving grandparents at home will keep them away and safe from the virus because when their grandchildren return from the party, they transmit the virus.

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