Non-Oil Exports Iran’s Top Economic Priority: VP
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The Iranian administration’s overriding priority in the economic sector for the current year is boosting the export of non-oil goods, First Vice President Eshaq Jahangiri said.
Iran’s Chabahar Port A Game Changer in India’s Transshipment: Minister
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – With the help of Iran’s southeastern port of Chabahar, India will reduce its logistics costs by 20 percent in container transport to CIS countries, bypassing China or Europe, India’s Shipping Minister Mansukh Lal Mandaviya said.
Iran Bans Export of Face Masks
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The export of face masks made in Iran is banned for now given a surge in the coronavirus cases and the growing demand for masks inside the country, an official said.
Enemies Trying to Stifle Iran’s Oil-Free Economic Progress: President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani blamed the recent fluctuations in foreign currency prices on “a complicated psychological operation” launched by the enemies aimed at undermining Iran’s oil-free economy through intensified pressures.
Iranian, Chinese Economies Complementary, Not Rivals: Trade Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The economies of Iran and China complement each other, head of Iran-China Joint Chamber of Commerce said, adding that it was totally natural for the two countries to formulate a road map for long-term cooperation.
Iran Self-Sufficient in Repairing Offshore Oil Rigs
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran has gained self-sufficiency in the repair and maintenance of offshore oil drilling rigs, an official said.
Iran-Russia Economic Commission to Convene in September
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian and Russian officials agreed to hold the 16th session of the Joint Economic Cooperation Commission in September.
President Highlights Iran’s Progress in Energy Sector despite Sanctions, COVID-19
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – President Hassan Rouhani highlighted Iran’s major advances in the water treatment and electricity industries, saying the administration takes pride in launching new projects while the country is under the pressure of the US sanctions and the outbreak of coronavirus pandemic.
Iran Resumes Gas Exports to Turkey
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran has resumed the export of natural gas to neighboring Turkey after a 3-month hiatus caused by an explosion that hit the pipeline on Turkish soil on March 31.
IRGC Aerospace Force Ready to Help Iran’s Car Industry
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – The commander of the Islamic Revolution Guards Corps Aerospace Force said the force can provide Iranian automakers with advanced technologies so that they can overcome their shortcomings and reduce their reliance on foreign firms.
80% of Iran’s Trade Borders Reopen: Acting Minister
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Caretaker of Iran’s Ministry of Industry, Mine and Trade said 80 percent of the country’s borders have been reopened for trade exchanges and exports after a weeks-long closure due to the outbreak of coronavirus.
President Rouhani Launches Strategic Oil Pipeline Project
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani on Thursday launched a major oil pipeline project which enables the country to export its oil without relying on the Strait of Hormuz.
Iranian Cargo Ship Carrying Food Docks in Venezuela
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – An Iranian-flagged cargo ship has docked in the Venezuelan port of La Guaira carrying food to supply the South American nation, a report said.
Fluctuations in Iran’s Currency Market Temporary: President
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian President Hassan Rouhani said the recent fluctuations in the country's foreign currency market are temporary.
Iran's Methanol Exports to China Rise: Report
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian exports to China doubled in April as the economy reopened from the slowdown in February-March to contain the spread of COVID-19, a report said.
VP Urges Rise in Iran’s Non-Oil Exports
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iranian First Vice-President Eshaq Jahangiri described a jump in the non-oil exports as a panacea for the country’s economic problems.
Iran Receives Money for Gasoline Sold to Venezuela: Official
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – A member of Iran’s Expediency Council said the country has received money from Venezuela for selling gasoline with five oil tankers.
Iran Among World’s Top 5 Power Plant Constructors
TEHRAN (Tasnim) – Iran is among the top five countries in the world in the construction of power plants, CEO of Iranian energy and infrastructure conglomerate MAPNA said.
