TEHRAN (Iran News) Mahajerani began by reiterating apologies to the public and industrial sectors for the difficulties caused by recent energy shortages. She stressed that the government is working hard to help the nation overcome these challenges. She also highlighted the success of the “Two Degrees Less” campaign, initiated by the President, aimed at energy conservation. Mahajerani acknowledged that such efforts are difficult, especially in the winter and summer months, but emphasized that the support from citizens has been commendable.

The spokesperson also mentioned ongoing energy infrastructure improvements, such as the completion of 150 kilometers of new highways by the spring of 2025, and plans to enhance gas and electricity distribution to prevent further shortages. The government is working to ensure that the economic hardships do not further reduce the purchasing power of citizens.

Mahajerani discussed the painful reality of needing to urge citizens to conserve energy during the extreme seasons, especially given the shortages of both electricity and gas. She explained that these energy limitations are negatively impacting industries, and the government is working to mitigate the effects. Notably, recent power outages have saved about 5% of gas consumption and 3% of electricity use, although the government hopes to achieve a 10% reduction in energy consumption through continued public cooperation.

The spokesperson also addressed the economic concerns of the public, acknowledging that Iran’s economy has long caused hardship for the population. Mahajerani shared that the government has proposed a 20% increase in salaries, as well as tax exemptions, to alleviate the financial strain on citizens. Additionally, the government is focusing on producing more sustainable energy, such as solar power, and is working towards a goal of generating 30,000 megawatts of solar energy.

Regarding Iran’s diplomatic ties, Mahajerani confirmed that the government is in talks with Syria about reopening their embassies. This move is part of broader diplomatic efforts aimed at promoting peace and countering terrorism in the region. She added that Iran and Syria share a strong commitment to safeguarding Syria’s territorial integrity and political stability.

In relation to Egypt, Mahajerani highlighted President Pezeshkian’s recent participation in the D-8 summit in Egypt, which provided an opportunity for dialogue with leaders of developing Muslim-majority countries. She emphasized that Iran and Egypt can play a crucial role in establishing peace and stability in the region, benefiting all nations.

Responding to concerns about the currency situation, Mahajerani acknowledged the public’s worries but stressed that these economic reforms, including currency unification, are necessary to address the structural issues in the economy. These changes aim to reduce corruption, promote domestic production, and stabilize the currency. The spokesperson also reaffirmed the government’s commitment to long-term economic reforms, including increased transparency and bolstered infrastructure.

In conclusion, Mahajerani emphasized that the government is working on several national projects, including a comprehensive plan to tackle inflation and create jobs, with the aim of improving the country’s economic outlook over time.

The post Tehran, Damascus in Talks for Reopening Embassies appeared first on Iran News Daily.

TEHRAN (Iran News) Araghchi took to his X social media network on Monday morning to share his remarkable moment during his short stay in the Syrian capital and interaction with ordinary people there.”Araqchi ”

After an important meeting with the President of Syria, and a delightful pilgrimage to the shrine of Hazrat Ruqayyah (SA), we ate the city’s famous shawarma (dish) at the Dajajati restaurant in the Mezzeh area alongside the warm-hearted people of Damascus, he wrote in Arabic and posted along with some pictures.Shawarma can be found everywhere, but the authentic shawarma belongs to Damascus, which dates back more than a century, Araghchi added while referring to Dajajati Restaurant which is a famous hotspot for tourists and locals and is located in Damascus’ upscale Mezzeh Neighborhood.

The post Araqchi recounts unforgettable evening in Damascus appeared first on Iran News Daily.

The post Syria Condemns Deadly Israel Air Strikes on Civilian Sites near Damascus appeared first on Iran News Daily.

The post Int’l Action against Israel Discussed in Damascus appeared first on Iran News Daily.

TEHRAN (Iran News) –The consulate section of the Iranian embassy in Syria has resumed working after being leveled in an airstrike by the Zionist regime on Monday.

The post Iranian consulate in Damascus resumes operation after Israeli airstrike appeared first on Iran News Daily.

TEHRAN (Iran News) –Leader of Iran’s Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei has warned that the Israeli regime will pay for striking an Iranian diplomatic mission in the Syrian capital Damascus on Monday.

The post Ayatollah Khamenei referring to Israel’s raid on Iran consulate in Damascus: We will make them regret committing crime appeared first on Iran News Daily.

The Iranian foreign minister arrived in the Syrian capital at the head of a delegation earlier today.

Upon arrival at Damascus airport, Amirabdollahian was accorded welcome by his Syrian counterpart Faisal Mekdad.

Mikdad in a press statement described the visit of Abdollahian as very important that comes after a lot of local, regional and international developments.

“We stand by Iran in the nuclear file and we support its stance in this regard,” Mikdad said.

In Damascus, Amirabdollahian said that the Zionists are seeking to destabilize Syria and increase Syrians’ problems.

Upon his arrival in Damascus, Amirabdollahian told reporters that the Syrian president’s recent visit to Tehran marks a new milestone in relations between the two states.

Referring to the importance of his visit to Syria, the top Iranian diplomat added that Iran and Syria are in a new phase of comprehensive cooperation, including in various economic and trade areas.

He highlighted that today is a great opportunity to discuss with his Syrian counterpart Faisal Mikdad the latest situation in relations between the two states.

Iran strongly condemns the attempts of the Zionist regime and their aggression on the territorial integrity of Syria, Amirabdollahian stressed, adding that the Zionists seek to destabilize and increase the problems of the people who are returning to their cities and homes in Syria along with the sanctions imposed against the Syrians and Resistance.

The Syrian people, government, and leadership are acting strongly in defending the territorial integrity of their country, he said.

Iran understands Turkey’s concerns on security issues and strongly opposes any military attempts with any justification, he underscored, adding that Iran works to resolve the existing misunderstandings between Turkey and Syria through diplomacy and political dialogue.

Last week, the Syrian Minister of Agriculture extended his gratitude to the Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei as well as the Iranian nation and government for assistance in a slew of construction projects in the Arab country.

Speaking on the sidelines of the 42nd edition of Damascus International Flowers Fair on June 26, Mohammad Hassan Qatana commended Iran for its support in wheat silos’ construction, and for building a number of dams, roads, and highways in Syria.

The post FM, Syrian President Meet in Damascus appeared first on Iran News Daily.

Speaking upon his arrival in Damascus, Ghasemi said that end of war in Syria is a new beginning for new round of economic ties between the two countries especially Iran and Syria have been together for years in fighting the international terrorism.

With the war almost over in Syria, Tehran and Damascus are determined to reach real trade agreements and expand their economic relations, the minister reiterated.

Ghasemi is leading a high-ranking economic and trade delegation to Damascus and was welcomed by Syria’s Economy and Trade Minister Mohammad Samer al-Khalil at Damascus International Airport.

“The end of the war in Syria is the beginning of a new era of economic relations between the two countries, especially given that Iran and Syria have been beside one another throughout the era of fighting international terrorism,” Ghasemi said.

During his three-day visit, the Iranian minister is scheduled to meet with Syrian President Bashar al-Assad, as well as the country’s prime minister and ministers of economy and trade, transport, social affairs and labor, and housing and construction.

The Syrian industry, construction, and infrastructure will be the main focus of the bilateral talks.

Khalil, for his part, hailed the inseparable ties between the two nations and expressed gratitude for the sacrifices made by the zealous Iranian youth on his country’s soil.

“In Syria, we want extensive cooperation with Iran,” the Syrian minister stated.

“We hope that the meetings of Mr. Ghasemi and his accompanying delegation with the Syrian officials will lead to agreements aimed at reaching economic and trade partnerships between the two sides,” he added.

Last month, Syria’s Minister of Industry Ziyad Sabbagh invited Iranian companies and advanced industries to invest in the Arab country’s process of reconstruction and recovery from the Western-sponsored war on Syria, which began in 2011.

The Syrian minister called on Iranian companies to “have partnership and cooperation with the public and private sectors in the Syrian Arab Republic and use the benefits provided by the law, which gives a great opportunity for investment in Syria” to further promote bilateral ties.

Days later, Iran’s vice president for parliamentary affairs, Mohammad Hosseini, said Tehran was ready to implement reconstruction projects in Syria.

The post Tehran Determined to Expand Economic Ties With Damascus appeared first on Iran News Daily.

The opening ceremony of the exhibition was attended by Iranian Industry, Mining, and Trade Minister Reza Fatemi Amin and Syrian Economy and Foreign Trade Minister Mohammad Samer Al-Khalil.

As reported, the exhibition features 164 Iranian companies active in a variety of fields including medical equipment, medicine, construction, architecture, agriculture, livestock and poultry, oil, gas and petrochemicals, police and security equipment, as well as food, water, and electricity.

The steel industry, informatics, doors and windows, elevators, shop equipment and chain stores, motorcycles, automotive industry, textile industry, home appliances, and banking and insurance are also among the areas represented in the mentioned exhibition.

Speaking on the sidelines of the opening ceremony, Fatemi Amin expressed Iran’s interest in cooperation with Syria for reactivating the country’s economic and industrial potentials and restoring the economy.

He further announced the Islamic Republic’s readiness for joint investment in Syria to meet the domestic market needs and also to export to other countries in the region.

The first exposition of Iran in Syria after the defeat of the U.S.-backed ISIS terrorist group was held from December 25 to 28, 2018.

Over the past few years and since the end of the war in Syria, Tehran and Damascus have been taking major steps for expansion of mutual trade ties, and Syria has become one of the major focal points regarding the Iranian government’s plans for boosting non-oil exports to the region.

The two countries have been pursuing the implementation of a free trade agreement signed between the two sides back in 2010 after years of postponement.

According to Farzad Piltan, the director-general of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO)’s Office of Arabian and African Countries, the implementation of this agreement with Syria, which Fatemi Amin is scheduled to pursue during his visit to Syria, means that the two countries’ traders will be exempt from current export and import restrictions and bans in their exchanges.

Considering Syria’s efforts for reconstructing the country’s war-torn infrastructures in recent years, the construction sector has been one of the major areas that Iran has been focusing on for the expansion of ties with the Arab country.

Head of Iran-Syria Joint Chamber of Commerce Keyvan Kashefi has said that currently, commodity items in the fields of housing construction, bridge and dam construction, electricity supply, and technical and engineering services are at the top of the list of exports to this country.

Photo: Iranian industry minister Reza Fatemi Amin cutting the ribbon at the opening ceremony of the Iranian exclusive exhibition in Damascus.

The post Exclusive exhibit of Iranian products kicks off in Damascus appeared first on Iran News Daily.

During a meeting with the Syrian Minister of Higher Education Bassam Bashir Ibrahim in Tehran, Bahram Einollahi stated that the role of Iran and Syria as prominent members of the Resistance Axis requires them to continue their cooperation in various fields.

The Iranian health minister said: “After the Islamic Revolution, Iran’s Health Ministry has turned into a role model in the world by meeting the country’s medical needs and treating all diseases, despite the cruel sanctions.”

“We have about 20,000 faculty members and 220,000 students and 53 medical universities across the country and we will solve our problems ourselves,” he noted.

He also pointed to the COVID pandemic and said that Iran’s medical staff made its utmost efforts to treat the patients and combat the notorious virus despite the crisis.

“Iran is also ready to exchange students, teachers, and medical experiences with Syria,” added the Iranian official.

Einollahi also highlighted the high pace of the nationwide vaccination against COVID-19, saying: “Iran has injected 95 million doses of vaccines in about two and a half months, inoculating 83% of the people with the first dose and 60% with the second dose.”

He referred to the education of international students in Iran and explained that the admission process for international students increased almost six fold and was on the rise, with a large number of Syrian students were studying in Iran.

He announced that Iran established the first stem cell transplant department in Damascus and hoped it would be inaugurated soon.

In the end, the Iranian minister stated that Iran-Syria cooperation is feasible in many fields.

Meanwhile the Vice President for Science and Technology of Iran Sorena Sattari said that Iranian knowledge-based companies were ready to supply laboratory equipment required by the Syrian market.

On the sidelines of Bassam Ibrahim’s visit to the permanent exhibition of knowledge-based companies in Tehran, Sattari said: “Given the existing capacity, Iranian technology companies to meet 80% of the needs of the domestic market in the field of laboratory equipment.”

Referring to last year’s visit to Syria and the agreements reached with Syrian officials, Sattari added: “There is a good capacity for Iranian knowledge-based companies to operate in Syria.”

The post Tehran Eager to Boost Ties With Damascus appeared first on Iran News Daily.