Economy

Iran’s economy is in for a big shock: Economist

An Iranian economist says a recent drop in oil prices will probably take a toll on Iran’s economy, complicating government efforts to draft a spending package.

Reciprocal Trade Visits between Iran, US on Agenda: Official

Trade offices will reopen in Iran and the US in the future.

Iran’s Sarakhs Trade Zone Welcomes Foreign Investment

Sarakhs Zone is ready to accept and cooperate with foreign investors who are willing to take part in the Zone's trade, economic and industrial activities.

The heavens of Iran to become the heaven of flights amid hellacious conflicts

Foreign Airlines are willing to make a comeback to Iran’s sky which offers solace to airlines flying away from war-torn areas.

Iranian and Dutch businessmen meet to promote trade ties

Iranian and Dutch businessmen held talks at the Netherlands Council for Trade Promotion to bolster trade ties between the two nations.

Iran, Russia Plan to Use National Currencies in Bilateral Trade

Ruble and rial are going to replace the US dollar in bilateral transactions between Iran and Moscow.

India to go ahead with investment in Iran’s Chabahar Port

A new chapter in Iran-India trade relations; hurdles were cleared after Narendra Modi took office.

Iran ready for joint investment in Qatar

Visiting Qatari Minister of Economy and Commerce Sheikh Ahmad bin Jassim bin Mohammad al-Thani meets with Iranian officials, discussing bilateral ties and joint investment.

EBEX 2014, invest show opens in Kish

The first Kish International Exchange, Bank, Insurance, Capital Market and Privatization Exhibition (EBEX 2014) and the 6th Exhibition on Investment Opportunities in Iran Opened in Kish Island.

Canadian, Australian companies ready for gas cooperation

Companies from Canada and Australia have expressed readiness to put their money into Iran’s gas projects, the National Iranian Gas Company says.

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Industries Ministry: Iran welcomes foreign investment in mining sector

The Deputy Minister of Industries, Mines and Trade says Iran has set the stage for foreigners to invest in its mining and mineral industries.

Iran’s saffron exports hit $83 million mark

Iran registers a 20 percent rise in its saffron exports in the first half of the Iranian calendar year, earning more than 83 million dollars in revenues.

Politicizing approach towards Iran to hurt World Bank’s credit

Iran’s economy minister took a swipe at unfair sanctions and the politicized approach of the World Bank toward Iran.

Iran planning to boost economic relations with Caspian Sea nations

Iran has stressed that it is determined to boost trade ties with all the neighboring countries, especially the Caspian Sea littoral states.

Iran is set for economic leap

The government of Prudence and Hope is determined to clear the hurdles in the way of economic activity.

Hand-woven Persian carpet motifs to be registered globally

Iran is bent on taking out patents on its world-famous carpet motifs.

Sweden and Iran take steps toward closer economic ties

Swedish commercial attaché holds talks with a senior Iranian Chamber of Commerce official to explore avenues of forging closer economic ties.

Iran Chamber of Commerce, JICA, John Hopkins launch business clinic

Iran’s chamber of commerce taps into foreign experience to promote business.

Iran, Spain call for bigger role of private hands

Iran and Spain take steps toward establishing closer private-sector cooperation.

Iran, Russia sign MoUs to boost economic, trade ties

Iran and Russia have agreed to use national currencies in bilateral trade.

Iran, Russia can boost trade exchanges tenfold

The value of bilateral trade between the Islamic Republic of Iran and Russia can rise more than tenfold, Iranian Oil Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh says.

Over 20 Czech business firms to visit Iran in mid-September

Representatives from more than 20 Czech business companies plan to visit Iran in mid-September.

No expense is spared to pitch Iranian carpets internationally

The government has its sights on the extensive promotion of Iranian carpets across the world to help the industry reclaim its past glory.

Iran’s non-oil exports up 21 percent

The Trade Development Organization says the country’s non-oil exports have posted double-digit growth.

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