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  • Strait of Hormuz 2026-03-13 17:45

    By Seyed Hamid Hosseini, Mehdi Hasanvand, and Reza Mokhtar

    Iran’s long-range blows against US are economic, not military

    TEHRAN - In many wars, the first reactions appear on the battlefield. The deeper consequences, however, tend to surface in markets, supply chains and the strategic calculations of governments. The recent confrontation between Iran on one side and the United States and Israel on the other was initially portrayed as a rapid and limited military clash. Yet growing signs suggest that the crisis could evolve into a far more consequential test — not only for the global economy, but for the stability of the international order itself.

  • War costing 2026-03-07 12:07

    War costing U.S. one billion dollars daily

    TEHRAN- Hebrew-language sources have announced that the United States is spending one billion dollars daily on the war with Iran, and the Israeli economy is also facing heavy costs.

  • Gaza Iftar 2026-02-23 16:19

    Economic catastrophe haunts Gaza during Ramadan

    Palestinians in Gaza are observing Ramadan amid a profound economic catastrophe, as Israel maintains strict limitations on food and supplies despite a nominal ceasefire reached in October, Al Jazeera reported Monday.

  • Vice President Aref talking to political scholars 2026-02-21 19:23

    Vice president says foreign policy must serve economy, build social capital

    TEHRAN - Vice President Mohmmad Reza Aref said on Saturday that foreign policy must serve the economy and strengthen social capital, pointing to the complicated situation that Masoud Pezeshkian’s government has been wrestling with since he took over as president in the summer of 2024.

  • Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian 2025-12-27 21:42

    By Mona Hojat Ansari 

    ‘We're now stronger than the 12-day war’

    President rolls out plans for economic management, makes no mention of potential US talks

    TEHRAN – Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian did not appear particularly fixated on the prospects of a new deal with the U.S. when he sat down with Khamenei.ir, a website overseen by the Leader's office, and discussed two issues most pressing for the Iranian people: whether Tehran can fend off a second potential war with Israel, and what can be done to control runaway inflation, which has worsened in the backwash of the war Israel and the U.S. launched against Iran in June.

  • ترامپ 2025-10-10 16:31

    By Mahdi Zolfaghar

    Trump’s impasse against economic structures

    TEHRAN- The “structure–actor” dichotomy is an invisible yet well-recognized paradigm in the international system. According to this principle, even in cases where the behavior of powerful actors changes, it does not eliminate or even significantly weaken the structures governing international relations.

  • interview 2025-10-05 18:31

    Prof. Dr. Mohammad Reza Farzanegan in interview with Tehran Times

    In an exclusive interview with Tehran Times, Prof. Dr. Mohammad Reza Farzanegan, a distinguished economist specializing in West Asian economies at Philipps-Universität Marburg, Germany, provides an in-depth analysis, regarding the impact of the reactivation of UN sanctions on Iran’s Economy, Society, Innovation, and Geopolitical Orientation

  • iccima 2025-07-20 12:33

    ICCIMA proposes special economic measures committee to boost private sector role in economy

    TEHRAN – The head of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA) Samad Hassanzadeh has called for the creation of a Special Committee for Economic Measures, led by the Government-Private Sector Dialogue Council, as a means to expand the role of the private sector and navigate the challenges of war and international sanctions.

  • Russia expands ties with Africa 2025-06-09 22:51

    Russia plans to boost economic and military ties in Africa

    Russia is working to enhance its economic and military ties in Africa, Moscow has outlined.

  • Travelers look at the grandeur of the Imam Mosque, originally named the Shah Mosque (not pictured), during their visit to the UNESCO-listed Naqsh-e Jahan Square in Isfahan. The 17th-century Ali Qapu Palace is seen in the background. 2025-06-09 18:05

    By Leila Ajdari

    Post-sanctions tourism development in Iran: lessons from Turkey and prospects for the future

    As someone who has spent decades working in tourism policy and planning in Iran, I have never seen a more critical moment for our industry than now.

  • US interference in Lebanon economy 2025-05-11 22:35

    By Sondoss Al Asaad

    What is Washington's interest in drying up Lebanon's cash economy?

    BEIRUT — Ahead of May 2026 parliamentary elections, Washington is counting on the impact of a series of punitive measures against the Shiite duo, Hezbollah and the Amal Movement. 

  • Preserving the past, building the future: Kandelous and the path to sustainable tourism 2025-05-09 17:21

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Preserving the past, building the future: Kandelous and the path to sustainable tourism

    KANDELOUS (Mazandaran province) – Nestled in the heart of Iran’s Alborz mountain range and just 35 kilometers from the Caspian Sea, the ancient village of Kandelous offers an authentic rural escape for those in search of tradition, tranquility, and natural beauty.

  • German 2025-02-24 22:02

    Merz faces hard road to government after German election win

    German conservatives under Friedrich Merz vowed on Monday to quickly form a government after winning a national election but face tricky coalition talks and the prospect of an obstructive parliament after far-right and far-left parties surged.

  • Tehran tourism fair aims to counter Iranophobia, help boost economy 2025-02-08 18:24

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Tehran tourism fair aims to counter Iranophobia, help boost economy

    TEHRAN – Deputy Tourism Minister Anoushirvan Mohseni-Bandpey has announced that the 18th Tehran International Tourism and Related Industries Exhibition will be inaugurated by President Masoud Pezeshkian and will take place from February 11 to 14. He emphasized that strengthening tourism relations is the most effective way to counter Iranophobia.

  • Speaker Ghalibaf 2024-12-31 22:21

    Ghalibaf rejects move to impeach economy minister, calls for constructive interaction

    TEHRAN – Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf voiced his opposition to the seemingly-abandoned plans to impeach the economy minister during a speech on Tuesday.

  • parliament 2024-12-24 22:50

    Iranian parliament holds closed-door session to discuss dollar exchange rates, economic issues

    TEHRAN – The spokesperson for the Iranian Parliament's Board of Directors announced that a closed-door session was held to discuss the recent surge in exchange rates and pressing economic issues facing the country.

  • Hezbollah 2024-11-23 21:57

    By Sondoss Al Asaad

    Hezbollah paralyzes Israel's economy 

    BEIRUT - With great slowness and a clear failure to establish control, the Israeli invading army continues its attempt to invade two main axes: the Khiyam axis in the eastern sector and the Shama-Bayada axis in the western sector.

  • Government spokesperson underlines handicrafts’ role in national development 2024-11-17 17:27

    Government spokesperson underlines handicrafts’ role in national development

    TEHRAN - Fatemeh Mohajerani, the spokesperson for the Iranian government, has emphasized the importance of handicrafts as a cornerstone of national development during her visit to the 37th National Handicraft Exhibition in Tehran on Saturday.

  • Tourism is a key economic asset for Iran, head of Planning and Budget Organization says 2024-10-23 18:12

    Tourism is a key economic asset for Iran, head of Planning and Budget Organization says

    TEHRAN - Hamid Pour-Mohammadi who presides over Iran’s Planning and Budget Organization (PBO), has emphasized the importance of tourism as a vital driver of the nation’s economy, urging comprehensive planning to fully harness its potential.

  • Leader-Pezashkian 2024-10-14 22:25

    Economy, foreign relations take center stage in president’s weekly meeting with Leader

    TEHRAN – Iranian President Maoud Pezeshkian highlighted his administration’s economic and international priorities and plans during a Monday meeting with the Leader of the Islamic Revolution.

  • Moody 2024/09/27

    By Ehsan Etesam

    Behind closed doors: Israel scrambling to avert another economic crisis

    TEHRAN – In a stark condemnation of the Israeli government's policies, Moody's Investors Service, a global credit rating agency, has downgraded Israel's sovereign credit rating, sending shockwaves through its financial landscape. This move, driven by concerns over the deepening political and economic instability fueled by the government's aggressive actions, has raised serious alarm bells about the uture of the Israeli economy.

  • China 2024-07-12 13:20

    By Ouyang Yaofu

    China's market-oriented reforms: Always ongoing and never completed

    In December 1978, China initiated reforms to transition from a planned economy to a market economy, continuously advancing market-oriented reforms since then, with the role of market mechanisms in resource allocation steadily strengthening. With the deepening of the reform and opening-up, China's economy has grown exponentially, with market entities such as domestic enterprises, individual businesses and foreign-invested institutions emerging rapidly.

  • expo 2024-05-06 15:13

    Iran Expo 2024

  • Israel GDP 2024-04-16 22:25

    Gaza war takes large toll on Israel's 2023 GDP

    Israel's war against Gaza has taken a larger toll on economic growth in the final three months of 2023 than previously thought.

  • port 2024-03-09 13:02

    Freight transit in Shahid Rajaee Port up 89%

  • Iran aims to attract millions of Chinese vacationers 2024-03-04 17:52

    Iran aims to attract millions of Chinese vacationers

    TEHRAN – Iran has set its sights on attracting millions of Chinese nationals as part of its strategy to boost the tourism industry.

  • China economy 2024/02/04

    By Chang Hua, Ambassador of China to Iran

    China, biggest engine of global economic growth

    TEHRAN- In 2023, in the midst of the global economic slowdown and the rising complexity, severity and uncertainty of the external environment, China's economy fought its way through difficulties. National economy rebounded and improved. High-quality development was pushed forward in a solid manner. The main expected goals were successfully achieved, with gross domestic product (GDP) exceeding 126 trillion Yuan, a year-on-year growth rate of 5.2%.

  • Beyond souvenirs: tourism as catalyst for handicrafts economy 2024-02-03 18:46

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Beyond souvenirs: tourism as catalyst for handicrafts economy

    Iran, a country steeped in rich history, diverse cultural heritage, and traditions, seeks to rebuild a strong alliance between its budding tourism and vibrant handicrafts.

  • Fajr intl. handicrafts festival: a global showcase of artistry and tradition in Tehran 2024-01-28 18:37

    By Afshin Majlesi

    Fajr festival: a global showcase of artistry and tradition in Tehran

    TEHRAN - Tehran is to host a major international handicrafts festival, aimed to signal a message of intergenerational connection in the realm of traditional arts and crafts.

  • Mayor unveils plans to boost handicraft industry in Iranian capital 2024-01-05 17:31

    Mayor unveils plans to boost handicraft industry in Iranian capital

    TEHRAN – On Thursday, Tehran Mayor Alireza Zakani unveiled plans for the forthcoming [Iranian calendar] year, aiming to transform the handicraft sector in the Iranian capital.