TEHRAN- The Iranian Minister of Information and Communication Technology Issa Zarepour says Iran plans to launch foreign satellites from Iranian stations within the next two years.

Speaking about Iran's objectives in the realm of the space industry, Zarepour highlighted the country's ambition to utilize Iranian satellite carriers for launching satellites belonging to other nations. 

He emphasized the significant progress Iran has made in its space industry over the past two years, indicating a strong trajectory for further advancement.

Zarepour underscored the Ministry's objective of ensuring the safe launch and successful orbiting of neighboring countries' satellites using Iranian satellite carriers. 

He also noted Iran's self-sufficiency in imaging and evaluating satellites, with ongoing efforts focused on enhancing the accuracy of Iranian satellites. 

Iranian satellite carriers are capable of launching satellites weighing between 100 to 200 kilograms, facilitated by ground stations for signal reception.

Highlighting the broader impact of Iran's space industry, Zarepour emphasized its contribution to improving the quality of life for Iranian citizens. 

He mentioned plans for further improvements in Iranian launchers, with aspirations to reach the Geo layer within a five-year timeframe. 

Zarepour expressed optimism about the future launch of Iranian-made satellites, building on recent successes in satellite deployment.

In a significant development, the Islamic Revolution Guard Corps (IRGC) recently achieved a milestone by successfully launching its Sorayya satellite into a 750-kilometer orbit. 

This accomplishment underscores Iran's growing capabilities in aerospace technology and its ambitions in space exploration. 

The Sorayya satellite was launched using the three-stage solid-fuel Qaem 100 satellite carrier, developed by the IRGC Aerospace Force, marking Iran's first satellite deployment at this altitude.

Following the successful launch, General Ali Jafarabadi of the IRGC Aerospace Force's Space Division expressed readiness to launch satellites for neighboring countries, subject to government facilitation of necessary negotiations. 

General Jafarabadi highlighted the IRGC's expertise in launching research satellites weighing less than 100 kilograms and reiterated the success of the recent collaboration between the government and the IRGC in satellite launches. 

He affirmed the IRGC's preparedness to conduct multiple launches for the Iranian government, citing the successful deployment of the Qaem 100 satellite carrier and the Sorayya satellite as examples of Iran's growing capabilities in space technology.