Iran Expands Economic Ties with Venezuela Amid Challenges
TEHRAN - Iran and Venezuela continue to strengthen economic ties, particularly in the automotive and technology sectors, despite challenges in private-sector cooperation and economic constraints. According to Amir Mehrpourian, head of the Iran-Venezuela Joint Trade Committee, Iranian state-owned enterprises dominate trade relations, as the Venezuelan government prefers dealing with state-backed entities due to its military-controlled administration.
Zarif: Iran ‘strategic self-reliance’ does not rest on going nuclear
Zarif argues that Iran’s deterrence is rooted in self-reliance, advanced defense capabilities, and historical resistance to external aggression.
Iran FM calls for expansion of economic ties with Afghanistan
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi has said that economic relations between Iran and Afghanistan are at an outstanding level, hoping that his visit to Kabul would pave the way for the expansion of the ties.
Pezeshkian vows to remove ‘obstacles’ faced by private sector
Iran’s President Masoud Pezeshkian has pledged that his government will work to eliminate any obstacles hindering the private sector in the country.
Iran Prepares to Attract Investments From Persian Gulf, Eurasian Countries
TEHRAN - The head of Iran’s Organization for Investment and Economic and Technical Assistance has announced the formation of special committees aimed at facilitating investment from Gulf, Eurasian, and neighboring countries.
Potential for 10-Fold Increase in Trade Volume Between Iran and Uzbekistan
TEHRAN - An online conference aimed at enhancing trade cooperation between Alborz province and Uzbekistan was recently held with the participation of the Iranian ambassador to Uzbekistan and Alborz's economic officials.
Iran’s Safdarian wins speed gold in Ice Climbing World Cup
Iranian ice climber Mohammad-Reza Safdarian won the men’s speed gold at Ice Climbing World Championships (UIAA) in Switzerland.
Iran FM calls for protection of minorities’ rights in Syria
Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi called for the protection of the rights of minorities in Syria.
Iran’s non-oil exports up 18% in 10 months: Minister
Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Abdolnasser Hemmati, has said that Iran’s export of non-oil commodities recorded an 18% growth in the first 10 months of the current Iranian calendar year, which began on March 20, 2024.
20% Growth in Trade Between Iran and Azerbaijan in 2024
TEHRAN - The head of the International Affairs Center of Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban Development announced at the 16th Joint Economic Commission meeting between Iran and Azerbaijan that trade between the two countries reached $580 million in 2024, reflecting a 20% increase from $480 million in 2023.