Economy

China to Invest $3bn in Iran’s Fish Farming

More signs have appeared to show that East Asian countries are interested in Iran’s fish farming business. China has joined South Korea to announce that it is planning to invest $3 billion in Iran’s fisheries.

62% Rise in Iran’s Non-Oil Exports

Iran’s exports of non-oil commodities have increased by 62 per cent in the first quarter of the Iranian calendar year (started on March 21).

Iran to Open Commercial Centres in Africa

A senior Iranian trade official announced that Iran plans to open commercial centres in Africa.

Temperature Rise Cause Saudi Crude Oil Exports to Plummet

After a considerable temperature rise, Saudi Arabia’s crude oil exports have dramatically declined as the country’s power plants must consume higher amounts of crude oil to cope with the increased demand of the hot season.

Iran Sees Bulgaria as Gateway to European Union: Larijani

In a meeting in Tehran, Speaker of Iran’s Parliament Ali Larijani and Bulgarian Prime Minister Boyko Borissov explored the avenues for promoting mutual cooperation between Tehran and Sofia.

Iran’s Oil Output at Highest Level in 5 Years

The latest market figures show that Iran’s oil production has already hit the highest level in the past five years – what could mark a major achievement for the country only months after the removal of sanctions in January.

Meeting of Iran’s Central Bank, US Treasury, and Int’l Banks Postponed

A meeting between officials from the Central Bank of Iran (CBI), the US Treasury and international banks in London to discuss banking restrictions on trade with Iran despite a lasting nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers has been delayed, the British government said.

Iran in Talks with Mitsubishi to Buy Passenger Planes

After the nuclear deal between Tehran and world powers and the end of anti-Iran sanctions, Tehran started its talks with giant American and European plane-makers, Boeing and Airbus. However, the US is sabotaging the deals, and Iran seems to be turning to alternative options.

Transfer of Technology Knowhow, a Prerequisite to New Contracts: First VP

Iranian Vice-President Eshaq Jahangiri underlined the significance of transfer of technology knowhow in foreign contracts, and described it as a necessity within the frameworks of Resistance Economy.

Tehran Stock Exchange joins World Federation of Exchanges

An Iranian official says the Tehran Stock Exchange (TSE) is joining the World Federation of Exchanges (WFE).

Iran’s Cabinet Readying Bill on Big Change in Banking Sector

The Iranian administration has worked out a proposal that, if passed by the Parliament, will usher in a major development in the country’s banking sector, President Hassan Rouhani announced.

Iran and Turkmenistan Envisage Huge Goods-For-Energy Barter

An Iranian Petroleum Ministry official says Iran and Turkmenistan have envisioned a $30bn barter deal in their economic exchange.

Deputy Industry Minister: Economy Needs $800bn Investment

Iran’s Deputy Industry Minister said the country requires $8bn of investment in order to reach the goal of 8% economic growth.

Mining Report: New Exploration Plans Yield 90 Tons of Gold

400 tons of iron ore, 500 tons of coal and 90 tons of gold were tapped into following the implementation of new exploration plans

Sanctions on Bank Melli in Hong Kong Lifted

Deputy Governor for Currency Affairs at the Bank Melli of Iran (BMI) announced that sanctions on BMI Hong Kong Branch had been lifted since June 24 and the branch will soon resume its activities there.

140,000 New Jobs in Tourism by March 2018: CHTHO Chief

Iran will create some 140,000 job opportunities in the field of tourism by the end of the next Iranian calendar year (March 2018), the head of the Cultural Heritage, Tourism and Handicraft Organization (CHTHO), Masoud Soltanifar, announced.

Chabahar Port: Indian Firms to Invest $235m

The Managing Director of the Ports and Maritime Organization said that the capacity of Chabahar port will increase from 2 million tons to 8 million tons after an investment of $235m from Indian firms.

Iran’s First-Quarter Overseas Trade Increases

Latest figures from Iran's customs office show that foreign trade income stood at over $10,472 billion in the first quarter of the Iranian calendar year (started March 20).

Iran Sees Rise in Export of Agricultural Products

Iran’s exports of agricultural products in the first two months of the current Iranian year have grown in term of both value and weight, according to data released by the Agriculture Ministry.

Body eases Iran restrictions, keeps blacklist

The world’s anti-money laundering body has suspended some of its restrictions against Iran, citing the country’s commitment to legitimate business.

Japan’s Ambassador: High-Ranking Trade Missions to Visit Iran

The Japanese ambassador to Iran said that various MoUs between Tehran and Tokyo have been signed, and Japan is getting prepared to dispatch high-ranking business delegations to Iran.

Foreigners Want to Invest in Iran: Rafsanjani

Expediency Council Chairman Ayatollah Akbar Hashemi Rafsanjani underlined the positive effects that the Joint Comprehensive Plan of Action (JCPOA) has had on attracting foreign investment to the country.

Global Companies Looking to Invest in Iran’s Petchem Projects: PCCI

A senior official with Iran’s Petrochemical Commercial Company International (PCCI) said it has started talks with international enterprises over investments in the country’s petrochemical sector.

Inflation Rate in Iran Down to Less than 10%

Spokesman for the Iranian Administration Mohammad Baqer Nobakht announced on Tuesday, June 21, that the country’s annual inflation rate has fallen below 10% for the first time in several years.

Tehran and Kiev Want Closer Trade Links

Deputy Industry Minister, at a meeting with Ukraine’s ambassador to Iran, called for an expansion of trade exchange between Tehran and Kiev.

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