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NIOC introduces 14 oil exploration blocks to domestic, foreign companies

reporter 1222 — Tue, 08 May 2018 09:50:11 +0000

TEHRAN- National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) introduced 14 oil exploration blocks in Iran to the Iranian and foreign companies in a meeting in Tehran on Monday, Shana news agency reported.

The meeting participated by the representatives of Iranian and foreign companies was held on the sidelines of the 23rd Iran International, Oil, Gas, Refining and Petrochemical Exhibition (Iran Oil Show 2018) which kicked off at the Tehran Permanent International Fairgrounds on Sunday.

Of the 14 blocks, three onshore blocks are located in the Persian Gulf and three offshore blocks are located in the northeast of the country.

NIOC plans to name more onshore and offshore exploration blocks in the future.

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Leader urges nation to support domestic production

reporter 1222 — Tue, 03 Apr 2018 04:00:41 +0000

TEHRAN – Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Ali Khamenei has called on the entire Iranian nation to dedicate their efforts to promoting domestic production in line with resistance economy.

In a speech aired immediately after the turn of the Persian calendar year on March 20, the Leader extended New Year felicitations to all Iranians at home and abroad and other peoples who celebrate Noruz, which marks the beginning of the spring.

Ayatollah Khamenei described domestic production as “the pivotal” issue of the current year, which is the key to resolving many of the country’s economic and social woes, Press TV reported.

“The key is the domestic production and if it is speeded up, many of the problems would go away,” said the Leader. “I chose this as the pivot for this year’s motto. This year’s motto is supporting Iranian products.”

“This is not lonely the concern of officials but the people from all walks of life can contribute to it. To the very sense of the word, they can have a part,” the Leader added.

‘Iran has managed to foil U.S. plots to cause rifts in Middle East’

Addressing a large crowd of pilgrims at shrine of Imam Reza (AS) in the northeastern city of Mashhad on March 21, the Leader also said the Islamic Republic has well managed to defuse a plot by the United States to spread terrorism and cause rifts in the Middle East region to avert attention from the Zionist regime of Israel.

“The United States created terrorist groups like Daesh in the region in a bid to distract public attention from the Zionist regime. The United States either does not want or cannot ensure security in the Middle East,” the Leader remarked.

Ayatollah Khamenei went on to say that Western countries have failed to establish security and stability in Afghanistan, stressing that Tehran has offered assistance to regional countries based on good faith.

The Leader pointed out that Iran has managed to cleanse many parts of the Middle East from the presence of terrorists.

He added, “Iran has never sought to meddle in the internal affairs of other countries.”

“The Islamic Republic made an essential contribution to defeat the Takfiris in the region. The Islamic Republic was able to liberate the people from these Takfiris in an important part of this region, and these are great results not to be diminished,” he said, according to the official website of the Leader.

Elsewhere in his remarks, Ayatollah Khamenei hailed the Islamic Revolution’s achievements since its victory in 1979.

“The Islamic Revolution is moving forward strongly and vigorously while it has maintained its slogans and fundamental principles. The revolution’s 40th year [since victory] is the age of maturity and vitality, not senility and decline,” the Leader stated.

Ayatollah Khamenei also pointed to the great potential that the country enjoys, emphasizing that all national problems can be solved by the youth and through self-reliance.

“The Iranian nation has been able to fulfill the main principles of the (1979) Islamic Revolution. Our revolution toppled the domination of colonial powers over Iran… Before the Islamic Revolution, governments in Iran were brought to power by foreigners,” the Leader explained.

Ayatollah Khamenei also described Iran as the most independent nation in the world, stressing that all Iranians enjoy freedom within the framework of the constitution.

“No Iranian faces pressure or strain because of having different opinions about the establishment. Iranian youths feel confident and independent nowadays. There is still work to be done regarding justice in Iran,” he stressed.

He also said Iran is much better off than many other countries concerning education and healthcare, saying the gap between various classes of the Iranian society has been reduced following the Islamic Revolution.

The Leader warned that enemies are trying to make people disappointed about the establishment through propaganda, stressing that Iran has had a desirable record in terms of its gross domestic product (GDP).

Ayatollah Khamenei said educated young Iranians provide a huge capacity for the country, calling for the full exploitation of their capabilities.

The Leader also demanded that the country’s geographical capacities, energy resources and mineral reserves be tapped, underlining that the youth are able to do so many great things.

“Iran’s economy must focus on domestic production. We should not depend on help from outside but work inside the country. We need to fight the pockets of corrupt people in the country fiercely… We need to put an end to the dependence of the country’s economy on oil. We should be zealous in supporting our domestic products and national economy,” Ayatollah Khamenei added.

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Domestic marine industry continues to grow

reporter 1222 — Thu, 25 Jan 2018 07:50:11 +0000

TEHRAN– Iranian Defense Ministry’s Marine Industries Organization chairman said on Wednesday that today, Iran is capable of manufacturing most of its maritime equipment domestically.

Rear Admiral Amir Rastegari made the remarks on the sidelines of an exhibition of maritime capabilities in Tehran, adding that today, most of Iran’s needs in maritime sector is produced domestically.

He added that navigation systems, and various types of electric motors and compressors are manufactured by Iranian companies and Iran has been able to design and manufacture offshore platforms as well. m

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Iran Unveils New Naval Gear

reporter 1222 — Wed, 29 Nov 2017 11:00:23 +0000

TEHRAN– The Iranian Navy on Wednesday unveiled several new military systems, equipment, and projects, including a homegrown type of torpedo fuel that only the US had the technical know-how to make.

In a ceremony in Tehran, Navy Commander Rear Admiral Hossein Khanzadi unveiled nine new achievements of local experts and officers.

The products include a system for testing lightweight anti-submarine torpedoes, called Mersad, which facilitates the weapon preparation process to a great extent.

Among the other products were a testing system used for checking all parts of Ra’d (thunder) missile system, a digital auto-pilot system for guiding torpedoes, and a naval battle simulator.

The Navy commander also unveiled an advanced homegrown fuel that propels torpedoes with combustion engines. Burning without any need for oxygen, such fuel allows for the extension of range of the weapon. Only the US had the know-how to produce the fuel.

Another item put on display in the event was a high-tech material used for coating various military vessels and structures. Developed by Iranian nanotechnology experts, the new material greatly improves durability of equipment and reduces maintenance costs.

The Navy also unveiled the design of an unmanned, remote-controlled boat used for electronic warfare.

The event came one day after a group of commanders met with Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali Khamenei on the National Navy Day.

In the gathering, the Leader urged the Navy to enhance its capabilities, both in terms of military gear and combat power, and address its shortcomings by making use of the facilities available in various sectors of the country.

In recent years, Iran’s naval forces have increased their presence in high seas to secure naval routes and protect merchant vessels and oil tankers against pirates.

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Velayati warns Macron not to interfere in Iran’s domestic affairs

reporter 1222 — Sat, 18 Nov 2017 07:10:28 +0000

TEHRAN – Iran’s Leader top Aide Ali Akbar Velayati said in an interview with IRIB, that French president’s interference in Iran’s missile program is not in interest of France and Macron.

“It is not in interests of France and the French President Mr. Macron to interfere in issues of sensitivity to Iran, like missiles and strategic affairs of Iran,” said Iran’s Leader top Aide, Ali Akbar Velayati, on Friday warning the French head of state not to interfere in the state affairs of the Islamic Republic of Iran.

“Such interferences have no effect other than tarnishing the reputation of French government in the eye of the Islamic Republic of Iran,” asserted the former foreign minister, who is now an advisor of Iranian Leader Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei, condemning and denouncing the recent anti-Iran remarks of French President Emmanuel Macron made in the tour of Persian Gulf states in last week.

“As an Iranian who is familiar with French issues and the foreign policies of this country I advise the French president to take the path of General de Gaulle the Former President of France in his foreign policy and act relatively independent,” Velayati advised Macron.

“We never ask for the permission of others in regards to our defensive issues or what range of kilometers should our missiles be for,” the official categorically rejected any chance for negotiating over Iran’s missile program.

“It’s Mr. Macron’s no business and he has no right to interfere in this issue,” underlined Mr. Velayati, “If he wants to have growing relations between Iran and France, he should abstain from meddling in these issues because it is against the interests of France.”

“It is obvious that our response to his request will be negative and why he raises such a request to get declined and later be criticized for defeat in foreign policy,” articulated the Iranian veteran diplomat who acted as foreign minister for 16 consecutive years.

“Mr. Macron! Take heed to my advice; there is not even a 1% chance to get us negotiate over our internal affairs,” he referred to Macron’s anti-Iran speech in Sweden.

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