• Loading, unloading of goods in Imam Khomeini port up 8% in 5 months on year

    Loading, unloading of goods in Imam Khomeini port up 8% in 5 months on year

    TEHRAN – The loading and unloading of goods in Imam Khomeini port, in the southwestern Khuzestan province, increased by eight percent during the five months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-August 22), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.

  • Exports outpace imports in Iran-Kazakhstan trade

    Exports outpace imports in Iran-Kazakhstan trade

    TEHRAN- Iran's Commercial Attaché in Kazakhstan, referring to the volume of trade between the two countries, reported an increase in exports compared to imports from Iran to Kazakhstan in the first three months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-June 21), as compared to the same period of time in the past year.

  • TPO chief urges stronger trade, transport links within SCO

    TPO chief urges stronger trade, transport links within SCO

    TEHRAN – Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) head called for stronger economic and logistics cooperation among Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) members, stressing the need to streamline customs procedures, standardize regulations, and improve transport infrastructure to ensure sustainable growth in the region.

  • Privatization, export-driven strategy set to reshape Iranian free trade zones

    Privatization, export-driven strategy set to reshape Iranian free trade zones

    TEHRAN – Iran’s government is moving to overhaul its free trade zones by focusing on privatization, exports, and greater private-sector participation, senior officials said at a national investment forum.

  • Iran, Astrakhan officials push trade, transport ties under INSTC

    Iran, Astrakhan officials push trade, transport ties under INSTC

    TEHRAN – Iran’s consul general in Astrakhan Ahmad Heydarian, met with the governor of the Russian province to discuss trade, transport, and cultural cooperation.

  • Historic Visit to China: A Launchpad for Iran’s Multilateral and Resilient Economy

    Historic Visit to China: A Launchpad for Iran’s Multilateral and Resilient Economy

    TEHRAN- President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent visit to China and participation in the 25th Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) Summit marked a pivotal moment in Iran’s economic diplomacy. With over 20 cooperation agreements signed and the proposal of innovative financial initiatives, the visit represents a strategic step toward strengthening Iran’s regional and global economic standing. Amid ongoing sanctions, the visit focused on reducing reliance on the U.S. dollar and expanding transit infrastructure, offering a promising outlook for Iran’s economic future.

  • Exports from mining sector exceeds $4.1b in 4 months

    Exports from mining sector exceeds $4.1b in 4 months

    TEHRAN - Exports from Iran’s mining sector reached $4.132 billion in the first four months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 21-July 22).

  • Beyond the V-Day Parade: What Global Voices Reveal About China’s Rise

    By Xu Yawen

    Beyond the V-Day Parade: What Global Voices Reveal About China’s Rise

    As the golden sun bathed Tiananmen Square on the morning of September 3rd, China hosted a grand commemoration marking the 80th anniversary of its victory in the War of Resistance Against Japanese Aggression and the World Anti-Fascist War. The powerful display of military might and national pride captivated billions worldwide.

  • Iran-Turkey trade stands at $3.09b in 7 months

    Iran-Turkey trade stands at $3.09b in 7 months

    TEHRAN- The latest statistics released by the Turkish Statistical Institute (TURKSTAT) show that trade between Iran and Turkey in the first seven months of 2025 decreased by four percent compared to the same period last year, reaching $3.09 billion.

  • Iran, Japan discuss ways to cooperate on road, housing, urban development research

    Iran, Japan discuss ways to cooperate on road, housing, urban development research

    TEHRAN- A meeting between representatives of the Japanese Embassy in Tehran and the Road, Housing and Urban Development Research Center of Iran was held at the Research Center with the attendance of the Center's President, the First Secretary and Head of the Economic Section of the Japanese Embassy in Iran, and their accompanying delegation, aiming to enhance the level and quality of bilateral cooperation.