Investment

Investment in upstream oil sector key to economic growth

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – The vice chairman of the Iranian Parliament’s Energy Committee said investment in the upstream oil sector is a strategic move that drives economic growth, improves livelihoods and enhances public services.

Iran approves over $7 billion worth of foreign investment

TEHRAN, Apr. 21 (MNA) – Iran’s Foreign Direct Investment Board approved more than $7 billion within the framework of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) from several countries in different sectors.

Cleric urges for stepped-up efforts in attracting investments

TEHRAN, Mar. 21 (MNA) – Tehran's Friday Prayers interim leader Hujjat al-Islam Kazem Sedighi has called on government officials to make their utmost efforts in realizing the Leader’s advice on the increase in investments for production.

Economy min. to visit world investment confrence in Riyadh

TEHRAN, Nov. 24 (MNA) – Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of Iran Abdolnaser Hemmati is going to visit Saudi Arabia to attend the 28th WAIPA World Investment Conference.

Iran approves over $5 bn in foreign investment in key sectors

TEHRAN, Nov. 21 (MNA) – Iran's Foreign Investment Board approved more than $5 billion in foreign investments during its 286th meeting under the new administration, according to a statement from the Ministry of Economy on Wednesday.

Oman deputy min. terms Iran safe place for investment

TEHRAN, Sep. 08 (MNA) – Oman’s Deputy Minister of Labor has emphasized that Iran is a safe place for Omani investors due to its appropriate infrastructure and security.

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Private sector investments hit 40 percent of total amount

TEHRAN, May 13 (MNA) – The share of private sector investment in Egypt reached 40 per cent in the current fiscal year, Planning and Economic Development Minister Hala El Said stated.

Iran economy minister arrives in Cairo for AIIB meeting

TEHRAN, Sep. 24 (MNA) – Ehsan Khadnouzi, Iran's Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance arrived in Cairo on Sunday at the head of a delegation to attend the 8th annual meetings of the Asian Infrastructure Investment Bank (AIIB).

Foreign investment in Iran capital market grows 83%

TEHRAN, May 20 (MNA) – The Central Securities Depository of Iran (CSDI), the capital market clearing house, says 4,374 trading codes have been issued for foreign investors and 27 codes were issued during the twelfth month of the last fiscal year.

Iran, Oman agree on PTA, joint investment: minister

TEHRAN, May 08 (MNA) – The Iranian economy minister met with visiting Omani commerce minister in Tehran on Monday during which they announced their agreement on signing a PTA and joint investment agreement.

Russia top investor in Iran: minister of economy

TEHRAN, Apr. 03 (MNA) – The largest investor in Iran in the last financial year, which ended on March 20, 2023, was Russia, Iran’s Minister of Economy and Finance Ehsan Khandouzi stated.

Iran a market for long-term investments: NPC head

TEHRAN, Mar. 23 (MNA) – The National Petrochemical Company (NPC) managing director said Iran is a market for long-term investments.

Iran says ready for new investment in its oil sector

TEHRAN, Mar. 19 (MNA) – The Iranian Oil Ministry has issued a statement saying that it would welcome any offer for foreign investment in its oil and gas projects.

Iran’s FDI at 18.6% growth in 2021

TEHRAN, Nov. 01 (MNA) – According to the report of United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD), the value of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in Iran in 2021 hit $1.425 billion, showing about 18.6% hike as compared to a year earlier.

Iran's FDI in mining, industrial sector hits $382mn in H1

TEHRAN, Oct. 18 (MNA) – The total volume of foreign investment approved in the mining and industrial sector in the first half of the current Iranian calendar year in 1401 (from March 21 to Sep. 22) hit $382.4 million.

Tehran, Damascus discuss activation of investment processes

TEHRAN, Jun. 28 (MNA) – In a meeting with officials of Syria's Tartus city, an Iranian economic delegation reviewed the activation of investment capacities and opportunities as well as the development of Tehran-Damascus economic relations.

Iran SCOCOEX proper investment platform for SCO members

TEHRAN, Jun. 25 (MNA) – A member of the policy-making council of Iran SCOCOEX 2022 International Event said that the event provides a useful platform for a boom in tourism and paves the way for investment for all member states.

Iran’s FDI growth in industrial sector hits 52% last year

TEHRAN, May 21 (MNA) – The total volume of foreign investment within the framework of Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in mineral and industrial sector last year in 1400 (ended March 20, 2022) registered a 52.2 percent growth.

Iran, Iraq stress enhancing bilateral trade ties

TEHRAN, Feb. 26 (MNA) – Islamic Republic of Iran and Iraq stressed the need for enhancing and broadening bilateral trade and economic activities.