Iran eyes high-value exports to China, leverages Chinese e-commerce platform

TEHRAN - Iran aims to boost exports of higher value-added goods to China and facilitate the sale of Iranian products through a Chinese online platform, the head of the country’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO) said.

Iran, China sign deal on coal-to-gas technology cooperation

TEHRAN – Iran’s Research Institute of Petroleum Industry (RIPI) and a major Chinese firm called Keyon have signed a memorandum of understanding to collaborate on coal-to-natural gas conversion technologies, officials said on Thursday.

Tehran Chamber of Commerce hosts Iran-China business development forum

TEHRAN - The Iran-China Business Development Forum convened at the Tehran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (TCCIMA), with the participation of China’s ambassador to Iran, the head of Iran’s Trade Promotion Organization (TPO), the chair of the Iran-China Parliamentary Friendship Group, and senior officials from the Tehran Chamber.

Iranian, Chinese plastic industry groups sign co-op deal at Iran Expo 2025

TEHRAN – On the sidelines of Iran Expo 2025, the Iranian Masterbatch and Compound Producers Association and the Shenzhen Plastics Association of China signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) aimed at enhancing cooperation in the plastics industry through experience-sharing, technology exchange, and investment opportunities.

IMIDRO eyes joint projects with China, from solar power to copper chain development

TEHRAN – Iran’s state-owned mining and metals development body, IMIDRO, is exploring new areas of cooperation with Chinese partners, ranging from building solar power plants to expanding the copper value chain, according to its chairman.

Pavilion of Iran titled best in China intl. trade service fair

TEHRAN- With the unceasing efforts of Iranian experts and capable companies, Iran's pavilion won the title of "Best Exhibition Pavilion" at the 2024 China International Fair For Trade In Service (CIFTIS).

Iran, China aim to bolster maritime economy, agricultural co-op

TEHRAN – Iran’s Agriculture Minister Gholamreza Nouri Ghezeljeh emphasized the potential for Iran and China to activate a maritime-based economy and foster collaboration in agriculture and food security, creating a vast market for domestic and international customers.

Chinese ambassador highlights Khuzestan's unique potential in solar power production

TEHRAN – The Chinese Ambassador to Iran Cong Peiwu emphasized Khuzestan Province's unique potential in various sectors, including solar power generation, and its capacity to leverage renewable energy for electricity production.

NDF announces cooperation with China on foreign investment

TEHRAN – Hossein Eyvazlou, a member of the executive board of Iran’s National Development Fund (NDF), announced plans for collaboration with China in the field of foreign investment in Iran.

China ready to invest in combined-cycle power plants in Iran’s Khuzestan

TEHRAN – Chinese investors are prepared to fund the construction of combined-cycle power plants in Iran’s energy-rich Khuzestan province to help address the country’s energy imbalance and boost regional economic development, a Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) representative said on Thursday.

Iran, China sign cooperation MOU on sidelines of Indian Ocean forum

TEHRAN – Iran and China have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) for development cooperation on the sidelines of the Indian Ocean Rim Development Cooperation Forum, IRNA reported.

Tehran, Beijing reaffirm strategic ties, shared global vision during Gharibabadi’s visit

TEHRAN – Iran and China have reaffirmed their strong strategic partnership and aligned positions on key international issues, following consultations between Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Legal and International Affairs Kazem Gharibabadi and Chinese Vice Foreign Minister Ma Zhaoxu in Beijing. 

Iran seeks cooperation with China for developing renewables

TEHRAN – Iran’s Deputy Energy Minister Homayoun Haeri has said the Islamic Republic is seeking to use Chinese expertise and technology to develop the country’s renewable industry, IRNA reported.

Iran’s energy minister to attend Belt and Road Energy Ministerial Conference in China

TEHRAN – Iranian Energy Minister Abbas Aliabadi is going to visit China to attend the third Belt and Road Energy Ministerial Conference in Qingdao, East China's Shandong Province which is due to be held during October 23-24.

Safeguard international fairness and justice, build a beautiful home of the SCO

The 23rd Meeting of the Council of Heads of Government of Member States of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) will be held in Pakistan. This will be beneficial for delivering the outcomes of the Meeting of the Council of Heads of State, and joining hands to build a more beautiful home of the SCO.

By Mahnaz Abdi

People’s Republic of China 75th founding anniversary celebrated in Tehran

TEHRAN- The Chinese Embassy in Iran celebrated the 75th anniversary of the founding of the People’s Republic of China at the place of Parsian Azadi Hotel in Tehran in the evening of Saturday (September 28).

Iran, China to deepen ties with new joint commissions

President Pezeshkian says cooperation to be expanded in various sectors

TEHRAN – Iran and China have agreed to establish joint commissions to enhance economic, security, political, and cultural cooperation and operationalize the existing agreements, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian announced upon returning to Tehran from a three-day visit to the UN headquarters in New York. 

Iran, China talk regional stability as West Asia grapples with widespread Israeli violence

TEHRAN – The senior advisor to Iran’s foreign minister sat down with the special envoy of the Chinese government for West Asian affairs on Monday. The two addressed pressing regional issues including Israel’s ongoing massacre in Gaza.

Chinese ambassador proposes sister city agreement with Semnan to strengthen ties

TEHRAN - Chinese ambassador to Iran, Cong Peiwu, has announced a potential sister city partnership between Chinese cities and Semnan, reflecting the historical ties between the two nations.

ICCIMA calls for implementing Iran-China strategic agreement

TEHRAN – Head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has called for the implementation of the Iran-China 25-year strategic agreement in a meeting with China’s Ambassador to Tehran Cong Peiwu.

Chinese delegation to deliver crucial message to Pezeshkian: Chinese envoy

TEHRAN- On Friday, Cong Peiwu, the ambassador of the People's Republic of China in Tehran, announced the upcoming departure of a high-level Chinese delegation to Iran for the inauguration ceremony of President-elect Masoud Pezeshkian. 

By Mahnaz Abdi

‘Naan’ encapsulates Xinjiang culture, cuisine

XINJIANG- There is no other food that better encapsulates the culture and cuisine of the ethnic group in China’s northwestern Xinjiang province than “Naan”, a baked flatbread.