Economic Policies

Commerce minister:

Afghanistan emphasizes expanding trade activities with Iran

TEHRAN, Dec. 14 (MNA) – Afghan Minister of Industry and Commerce Alhaj Nooruddin Azizi has said that his country is willing to enhance trade-economic ties with Iran.

Iran most efficient transit route for Kazakhstan: Pezeshkian

TEHRAN, Dec. 11 (MNA) – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian says that Iran is the most efficient transit route for the Republic of Kazakhstan.

Iranian nation prime target of oppressive sanctions: VP

TEHRAN, Dec. 08 (MNA) – Iran’s First Vice President Mohammad-Reza Aref says that the noble nation of Islamic Iran is the main target of oppressive sanctions.

Iran’s economy registers a mild growth in H1: SCI

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – The Iranian economy expanded slightly in the first half of the calendar year that began in late March 2025, according to figures from the Statistical Center of Iran (SCI).

Pezeshkian calls for collective action to solve problems

TEHRAN, Dec. 07 (MNA) – President Masoud Pezeshkian has once again stressed the need for national unity and constructive engagement to deal with challenges faced by the Islamic Republic of Iran.

Roads min.:

Iran-UAE relations deep rooted in historical, cultural bonds

TEHRAN, Dec. 02 (MNA) – Iranian Minister of Roads and Urban Development Farzaneh Sadegh has said that the relations between Iran and the United Arab Emirates is deep rooted in the historical and cultural bonds.

ECO potentials contribute to more regional coop.:FM Araghchi

TEHRAN, Nov. 28 (MNA) – Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said Friday that the potentials that the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) provides to member states will contribute to increased cooperation in the region.

Iran’s industry minister heads to Istanbul for ECO Summit

TEHRAN, Nov. 25 (MNA) – Iran’s Minister of Industry Mohammad Atabak left Tehran for Turkey's Istanbul Tuesday to participate in the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) Summit which is held for the first time in 20 years at the ministerial level.

GC approves plan to remove four zeros from Iran's rial

TEHRAN, Nov. 08 (MNA) – The Guardian Council has approved a long-debated plan to remove four zeros from Iran’s national currency, Hadi Tahan Nazif, the Council’s spokesperson, has said.

ECO members emphasize strengthening regional coop.: SG

TEHRAN, Oct. 28 (MNA) – The secretary general of the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) says exchanging information and strengthening regional cooperation regarding the use of new technologies were emphasized by member states of body.

Iran-Oman ties have always been amicable: interior min.

TEHRAN, Oct. 27 (MNA) – Iran’s Interior Minister Eskandar Mo’meni has said that Tehran and Muscat have always established very close and amicable relations, especially in the recent years.

Iran's dep. interior min.:

Security basis for expanding economic coop. in ECO region

TEHRAN, Oct. 27 (MNA) – Iran’s Deputy Interior Minister for Security and Law Enforcement Affairs Ali Akbar Pour-Jamshidian says that security is the basis for expanding economic interactions in the Economic Cooperation Organization (ECO) region.

87% of trade with Russia exempted from Tariffs: envoy

TEHRAN, Oct. 22 (MNA) – Iran’s Ambassador to Russia said 87% of trade with Russia has been exempted from tariffs.

Tehran, Baku mull over mutually beneficial cooperation

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Iranian Roads Minister and Azeri Deputy Prime Minister discussed current issues of Azerbaijani-Iranian cooperation in Baku on Monday.

Iran expects 20% rise in farmed shrimp output

TEHRAN, Oct. 13 (MNA) – Iran’s production of farmed shrimp is expected to increase by up to 20% in the three-month harvesting season that will end in late November.

VP Aref calls for fully utilizing Iran-Russia potentials

TEHRAN, Sep. 30 (MNA) – Russia holds an important position in Iran’s foreign policy, Iran’s First Vice President said, adding that enhancing coordination and fully utilizing the two countries’ capacities remains a priority.

Iran, Russia ties boost regional economy: minster

TEHRAN, Sep. 24 (MNA) – Iranian minister of industry, mine and trade says that the strategic relations between Tehran and Moscow is a factor of the development of the regional economy, especially Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU).

Tehran to host 22nd Iran-Pakistan Joint Economic Commission

TEHRAN, Sep. 14 (MNA) – The 22nd Iran-Pakistan Joint Economic Cooperation Commission will be held in Tehran on Sep. 15-16.

Pezeshkian calls for reducing reliance on oil revenues

TEHRAN, Sep. 11 (MNA) – Pezeshkian said the government is prepared to work with producers and entrepreneurs, urging them to identify the areas where state support is most needed.

Iran opens another section of costly road project in north

TEHRAN, Sep. 09 (MNA) – Iran has opened another section of a costly road project that connects the capital Tehran to resort areas along the Caspian Sea in the north of the country.

Foreign Ministry:

China to continue energy cooperation with all countries

TEHRAN, Aug. 09 (MNA) – China will continue pursuing a reasonable policy and carry out energy cooperation with all countries, including Russia, Official Spokesman of the Chinese Foreign Ministry, Guo Jiakun, said.

South Korean won listed for trade in Iran’s official exchange

TEHRAN, Aug. 04 (MNA) – The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) has added South Korean won (KRW) to the list of foreign currencies tradable in its official exchange market.

Mobarakeh Steel plays a critical role in Iran economy

TEHRAN, Aug. 06 (MNA) – Mobarakeh Steel plays a critical role in providing raw materials for pipelines transferring water from the Oman Sea and the Persian Gulf to central and eastern provinces.

Iran, Azerbaijan emphasize strengthening economic cooperation

TEHRAN, Jul. 29 (MNA) – Officials from Iran and the Republic of Azerbaijan stressed the need to strengthen bilateral relations in the economic field.

Seyed Ali Madanizadeh elected as new economy minister

TEHRAN, Jun. 16 (MNA) – Seyyed Ali Madanizadeh was elected as Iran's Economy Minister, gaining majority of the votes in Iran's Parliament session.

China's policy synergy sustains growth, stabilizes employment

TEHRAN, Jun. 06 (MNA) – Amid mounting global uncertainties and a complex external environment, China is reinforcing its commitment to high-quality development to bolster economic stability and resilience.

China's economy on steady upward trajectory

TEHRAN, Jun. 06 (MNA) – Building on a positive start in the first quarter of 2025, China's economy is continuing to make steady progress, said Ding Lin, an official with the National Development and Reform Commission.