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Iran Urges Chinese Investors to Expand Economic Cooperation and Investment

siavash — Sat, 08 Nov 2025 11:53:21 +0000

Iran Urges Chinese Investors to Expand Economic Cooperation and Investment

TEHRAN (Iran News) The meeting, hosted by the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, was attended by senior officials including the Deputy Minister of Industry, Mine and Trade (MIMT), Iran’s ambassador to China, several members of parliament, and the Iranian consul general in Shanghai.

Najafi-Arab noted that Iran traditionally exports goods such as dried fruits, saffron, carpets, handicrafts, and energy products to China but should now focus on exporting industrial and high-tech goods. “We must diversify our exports to include advanced manufactured products and increase the overall trade volume with China,” he said.

He announced the Chamber’s decision to establish a new commercial office in China to support Iranian exporters and promote non-oil exports. Similar plans are under way in Khorgos, northwest China, to set up facilities for packaging and production of Iranian goods. Najafi-Arab also proposed creating a digital platform to link Iranian and Chinese business communities directly, adding that the Tehran Chamber would provide office space for Iranian traders based in eastern China to enhance cooperation.

Highlighting the need for stronger institutional support, Najafi-Arab urged Iran’s embassy in Beijing to address persistent challenges in financial transactions and visa issuance. He also invited participants to visit the Tehran Chamber’s pavilion at the China International Import Expo, where Iran will showcase its industrial and commercial capabilities for the second consecutive year.

The chamber president expressed concern about the country’s declining investment rates, particularly in foreign investment. “Iranians abroad who run successful businesses should consider investing inside the country. Iran’s economy urgently needs new capital, especially in infrastructure, railways, energy, smart agriculture, and road construction,” he said.

Former Iranian ambassador to China Alaeddin Boroujerdi, now head of the Iran-China Friendship Association, called for establishing local Iranian chambers of commerce in various Chinese provinces, with the embassy’s support. He noted that visa issuance remains a major obstacle for Iranian traders, describing the process at China’s embassy in Tehran as “unacceptably slow.” He urged Iranian diplomats to pursue the issue with Chinese authorities.

Ruhollah Najabat, head of the Iran-China Parliamentary Friendship Group, stressed the need for an operational roadmap for bilateral trade. He proposed deploying multiple commercial attachés across China to identify provincial business opportunities and strengthen coordination between Iran’s private sector and government institutions.

Peyman Falsafi, member of parliament and of the Agricultural Commission, underlined the importance of aligning all state agencies under the 25-year Iran-China Cooperation Agreement. He highlighted China’s successful use of blockchain and digital currency technologies to bypass Western financial systems and suggested that Iran could adopt similar models to overcome sanctions-related barriers.

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Iran Loses to Chinese Taipei in FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 Division B Final

siavash — Mon, 21 Jul 2025 06:43:19 +0000

Iran Loses to Chinese Taipei in FIBA Women’s Asia Cup 2025 Division B Final

TEHRAN (Iran News) Chen Wei-An led the victorious team with an impressive 18 points and 7 rebounds, supported by Huang Ling-Chuan’s consistent 17 points, including five three-pointers.

Iran fought valiantly, spearheaded by Mahla Abedi’s outstanding double-double performance of 23 points and 15 rebounds. Despite its efforts, Iran fell short in the Division B final for the second consecutive edition.

This victory marks Chinese Taipei’s return to Division A for the 2027 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup and highlights its memorable journey for redemption.

In a thrilling rematch, Thailand edged out Mongolia 78-73 in the third-place game, avenging an earlier loss in a fiercely contested game.

This victory marks Chinese Taipei’s return to Division A for the 2027 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup and highlights its memorable journey for redemption.

In a thrilling rematch, Thailand edged out Mongolia 78-73 in the third-place game, avenging an earlier loss in a fiercely contested game.

This victory marks Chinese Taipei’s return to Division A for the 2027 FIBA Women’s Asia Cup and highlights its memorable journey for redemption.

In a thrilling rematch, Thailand edged out Mongolia 78-73 in the third-place game, avenging an earlier loss in a fiercely contested game.

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Khuzestan’s Solar Power Production Conditions Are Unique

siavash — Sun, 12 Jan 2025 09:07:22 +0000

Khuzestan’s Solar Power Production Conditions Are Unique

TEHRAN (Iran News) TEHRAN – The Chinese Ambassador to Iran stated that Khuzestan Province has unique conditions in many areas, particularly in solar power production, and can effectively contribute to electricity generation through renewable energy.

Zhong Peiwu, during a meeting with the governor of Khuzestan in Ahvaz, expressed his pleasure at having the opportunity to observe the province’s capacities and hoped it would pave the way for greater connections between Khuzestan and China.

He highlighted the cultural, historical, and friendly ties between Iran and China, noting that strong bilateral exchanges have been established between the two countries.

The ambassador emphasized that Khuzestan holds significant potential in both traditional industries and emerging sectors, especially in the green economy and renewable energy, which could foster further cooperation between Iran and China.

He also pointed out that Khuzestan has excellent conditions for agricultural development and expressed confidence that bilateral cooperation in this field has a bright and promising future.

Peiwu identified efficient waste management and the export of high-quality aquatic products as key areas for collaboration between the two nations. He also suggested holding various training courses and establishing scientific exchanges between the two countries.

He expressed hope that with continuous and coordinated efforts from both sides, Iran’s cooperation—particularly Khuzestan’s—with China would progress to higher levels.

During the meeting, Khuzestan Governor Seyed Mohammadreza Mowlaei Zadeh stressed the importance of attracting investment and new technologies to the province. He stated that enhancing cooperation with China in agriculture, industry, and services is a priority.

Mowlaei Zadeh highlighted Khuzestan’s significant capacities across various sectors and expressed the province’s readiness for investment.

Referring to a study by a Chinese technical and expert delegation on Khuzestan’s investment potential, the governor added, “We are working to create suitable conditions for cooperation through the Ministry of Foreign Affairs.”

He praised China’s technological advancements and growth in recent years, noting its achievements in transportation, construction, solar panel production, recycling, and other sectors.

He emphasized that investment in Khuzestan would be mutually beneficial, pursued under a win-win strategy.

“This investment will undoubtedly be profitable for both Chinese and Iranian sides, and we are committed to fostering constructive cooperation with China,” he said.

The governor underscored the serious determination of both the Iranian President and Chinese leadership to strengthen bilateral relations. He noted that Khuzestan has significant potential for collaboration in agriculture and fisheries.

Addressing environmental concerns, Mowlaei Zadeh pointed to air pollution as a major issue in Khuzestan and suggested that China could assist in this area. “If we can collect gas flares from oil fields and modernize agricultural harvesting methods, Khuzestan’s climate will greatly improve,” he explained.

He concluded by stressing the importance of leveraging global technology and advancements while continuing to support domestic producers.

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China at UN Dismisses Pompeo Remarks about JCPOA Commitments

reporter 1222 — Mon, 21 Sep 2020 13:17:05 +0000

TEHRAN (Iran News) – China’s UN Ambassador Zhang Jun called recent remarks made by US Secretary of State Mike Pompeo against Iran unilateral, re-emphasizing the fact that the US’s departure from the JCPOA took away all of its rights to benefit from the agreement in any way.

“China is committed to upholding the efficacy of the JCPOA and the authority of the Security Council resolution, and will make relentless efforts toward the political solution of the Iranian nuclear issue,” Jun said in a letter addressed to the UNSC on Monday.

Stressing that the US is no longer a JCPOA participant, he said, “Therefore, it is illegitimate for the United States to demand the Security Council invoke the snapback mechanism”.

Mike Pompeo said Saturday that all UN sanctions against Iran were “back in effect” under the so-called snapback provision in the 2015 Iran nuclear deal, formally named the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA).

Pompeo said last month that he triggered a 30-day process at the council leading to the return of UN sanctions on Iran on Saturday evening that would also stop a conventional arms embargo on Tehran from expiring on Oct. 18.

But 13 of the 15 Security Council members say Washington’s move is void because Pompeo used a mechanism agreed under a 2015 nuclear deal between Iran and world powers, which the United States quit in 2018.

Washington argues it triggered the return of sanctions – known as “snapback” – because a UN resolution that enshrines the pact still names it as a participant. Diplomats say few countries are likely to reimpose the measures lifted under the 2015 deal.

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Maldives Police Arrest Three over Hurting Chinese, Australian

reporter 1222 — Thu, 06 Feb 2020 13:57:04 +0000

TEHRAN (Iran News) – Maldives police on Thursday arrested three men over the stabbing of two Chinese nationals and an Australian, and were probing their suspected links with Daesh (ISIL or ISIS), officials said.

The three men were stabbed on Tuesday night in Hulhumale, an island seven km (four miles) north of capital city Male, Maldives police said on Twitter, Reuters reported.

One of the Chinese nationals was a tourist and the two others worked in the city. They were in stable conditions in the hospital, police added.

Chinese and Australian embassy officials were not immediately available to comment.

A Maldivian radical group affiliated with Daesh had taken responsibility for the attack in a video posted online, local media reported on Wednesday.

One of the three masked men seen in the video accused the Maldivian government of being run by infidels and warned more such attacks were coming.

Police said they were working to confirm the veracity of the video.

Last year, a 35-year-old man identified as a leader for Daesh in the Maldives by the US authorities was arrested for allegedly leading Daesh recruitment in the mainly Sunni Muslim nation.

The archipelago in the Indian Ocean derives much of its income from tourism.

Daesh claimed responsibility for deadly bombings in Sri Lanka in April last year, and has been looking to bolster its presence in the sub-continent after being driven out of its self-styled caliphate in Iraq and Syria.

The Maldives parliament has given sweeping investigative powers to counter-terrorism agencies, and authorities have stepped up operations against hardline groups.

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Iran to increase nano product sales in Chinese market

reporter 1222 — Thu, 23 Nov 2017 13:30:17 +0000

TEHRAN – Iran will soon open three more sales offices in China for the sale of domestically-produced nanotechnology products, Head of the Iran Nanotechnology Initiative Council (INIC) Saeed Sarkar said Wednesday.

INIC Secretary-General Saeed Sarkar told Mehr News correspondent on Wednesday that the country plans to open three more nano product sales offices in China, which would bring the number of Iranian nano offices in the East Asian country to six.

“We picture a bright future for our advances in nanotechnology and have made good progress in this field so far,” Sarkar said, noting the opening of a slaes office in China two years ago aimed at increasing exports to the East Asian country.

“Investing in China for us is equal to investing in 40 countries, which is why China has been our priority,” Sarkar stressed, adding “if we fail to develop our high-tech sectors, the knowledge-based companies will go bankrupt.”

He went on to add, “selling nano products to China can be a good opportunity for us in nanotechnology field. China can serve as a stepping stone for our knowledge-based companies active in nanotechnology to export their products to other countries.”

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China Urges Continuation of JCPOA Implementation

reporter 1222 — Mon, 09 Oct 2017 16:00:34 +0000

TEHRAN – Chinese Foreign Ministry spokeswoman Hua Chunying expressed the hope that the 2015 nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers can continue to be “earnestly implemented”.

“We hope that the comprehensive Iran nuclear agreement can continue to be earnestly implemented,” Hua told a daily news briefing on Monday, according to Reuters.

She added that the Iran nuclear deal was a good example of how to solve something peacefully through talks.

Hua further said that the agreement had played a positive and important role in ensuring nuclear non-proliferation and protecting peace and stability in the Middle East.

The remarks came after a senior US official said President Donald Trump is expected to decertify the agreement.

The official, speaking last week on condition of anonymity, said Trump was also expected to roll out a broader US strategy on Iran that would be more confrontational.

Trump’s team now faces an Oct. 15 deadline to tell Congress whether it will continue to certify that Iran is compliance with the deal. If Trump refuses to certify, Congress will have 60 days to decide whether to re-impose US sanctions on Iran.

Last month, Trump, during an address before the United Nations General Assembly, said, “The Iran deal was one of the worst and most one-sided transactions the United States has ever entered into frankly that deal is an embarrassment to the United States, and I don’t think you’ve heard the last of it”.

Iran and the Group 5+1 (Russia, China, the US, Britain, France and Germany) reached the 159-page nuclear agreement in July 2015 and implemented it in January 2016.

Since the historic deal was signed in Vienna, the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) has repeatedly confirmed the Islamic Republic’s compliance with its commitments under the JCPOA, but some other parties, especially the US, have failed to live up to their undertakings.

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