ICCIMA chief urges France to expand cooperation in non-sanctioned sectors

TEHRAN – The head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) called for broader economic engagement with France in non-sanctioned sectors such as agriculture, water and pharmaceuticals during a meeting with the French ambassador in Tehran, saying commercial ties could help ease political constraints between the two countries.

Kohak project an example of effective co-op between S. Korea, Iran: South Korean ambassador

TEHRAN- South Korean Ambassador to Iran, Kim Junpyo, emphasized the continuation of cooperation with Iran in environmental and social projects, and stated that the implementation of the "Kohak" rural wastewater project in Sistan-Baluchestan province is a successful example of effective and friendly cooperation between South Korea and Iran.

Tehran, Beijing outline housing cooperation roadmap ahead of planned MOU

TEHRAN – Iran’s Transport and Urban Development Ministry said officials from Tehran and Beijing have begun drafting a housing and construction cooperation roadmap that is expected to form the basis of a bilateral memorandum of understanding (MOU) to be signed during the Iranian president’s upcoming visit to China.

By Ebrahim Fallahi

Iran expands economic ties with Afghanistan with new trade, mining, energy initiatives

TEHRAN – Senior representatives from Iran’s Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) and multiple Afghan economic bodies signed a series of cooperation agreements during a high-level visit to Kabul and the Imam Abu Hanifa International Exhibition, signaling a broad effort to expand trade, investment and technical collaboration across mining, agriculture, energy and healthcare.

Iran deepens scientific ties with China through new ocean research pact

TEHRAN – Iran’s National Institute of Oceanography and Atmospheric Science has signed a cooperation agreement with the Second Institute of Oceanography of China’s Ministry of Natural Resources, aiming to expand joint research in deep-sea studies under the framework of Iran’s BRICS membership.

Tehran’s 1st school equipped with solar panels opened in presence of S. Korean ambassador

TEHRAN- The first school equipped with solar panels was inaugurated in Tehran's District 12 on Monday. During the opening ceremony, it was announced that any school wishing to move towards installing solar panels will receive 50 percent support from the district municipality.

Qeshm to host digital export development event

TEHRAN – The managing director of Qeshm Free Zone Organization said the island will host a Digital Export Development event known as “Q-Gate” on December 16–17, as part of a broader push to strengthen Iran’s digital economy and expand technology-based exports.

Iran eyes stronger foothold in Iraqi market with $20b trade goal

TEHRAN – Iran is seeking to expand its commercial presence in Iraq, with the Iran–Iraq Joint Chamber of Commerce outlining a three-year target to raise bilateral exchanges to $20 billion, driven by Iran’s capacity to supply a broad range of consumer goods, food products and industrial materials.

Iran positions itself as central bridge for China–Europe rail corridor

TEHRAN – Iran’s transport minister said progress on the strategic Marand–Cheshmeh-Soraya railway is accelerating, paving the way for a continuous China–Europe rail route that would place Iran at the heart of a major new transit corridor.

Iran, South Korea discuss expansion of co-op in science, research, technology

TEHRAN – In a meeting aimed at strengthening academic and technological ties, South Korea's Ambassador to Iran, Kim Junpyo, met with Iran’s Deputy Minister of Science, Research and Technology, Farhad Yazdandoust, on Sunday.