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Iran Launches 150 Priority Projects to Drive Inclusive Growth

Iran’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance has unveiled 150 priority projects and several cross-sector “megaprojects” within the first 100 days of the current administration, underscoring its central goal of financing production.

Iran Introduces Measures to Facilitate Foreign Investment

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, invited foreign investors to enter the Iranian market and outlined new measures designed to ease investment procedures.

Economy minister vows to scrap restrictive directives to boost FTZs

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has pledged to abolish restrictive directives and regulations that he says have undermined the spirit of the country’s free trade zone legislation. Speaking on the sidelines of the reopening of the Steel Aras plant, he argued that cumbersome rules had rendered the law “a dead spirit” and must be repealed to restore its intended effect.

Iran’s economy minister pledges legal stability to attract investors

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has announced that a comprehensive bill to reform the country’s free trade zone legislation has been finalised and will soon be submitted to parliament. Speaking during a meeting with investors and business leaders in the Aras Free Trade Zone, he said the reforms aim to make the zones “truly free” and position them as engines of national economic growth.

Minister of Economy engages investors in Aras Free Trade Zone

On Thursday, November 20th, Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, convened with investors and business leaders in the Aras Free Trade Zone (FTZ) during a visit to East Azerbaijan Province.

Signing of Tax Credit Deal to Boost Vocational Tech Infrastructure

A landmark agreement to facilitate the granting of tax credits aimed at strengthening technological infrastructure in vocational and technical training centers was signed in Tehran.

Economy Minister Announces Export Tariff Reforms

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has announced plans to revise export tariffs on raw and semi-processed materials to stabilize rates and reduce the frequency of regulatory changes. He added that a program to facilitate the repatriation of foreign currency earned from exports will be issued within the next two weeks.

Iran Revives Unfinished Investments on Kish Island

Iran’s economy minister, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has announced the reactivation of nearly 110 trillion rials (around $1.5bn) in investment projects on Kish Island, a free-trade zone in the Persian Gulf. The projects, initiated in previous years but left dormant due to regulatory and financial obstacles, are now being brought back into operation.

Iran’s Economy Minister Sets $10 Billion Investment Target for Each Free Trade Zone

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has called on the country’s free trade zone managers to aim high, announcing a bold target of attracting $10 billion in investment per zone over the next three years.

Iran’s Economy Minister Unveils $100 Billion Investment Plan, Eyes Kish Island as Digital and Aviation Hub

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, announced that the ministry has identified $100 billion worth of investment projects, with a portion allocated to the country’s free trade zones (FTZs).

Iran, Tajikistan Explore Joint Innovation Fund and Tech Cooperation

During his visit to the Dushanbe International Investment Forum, Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, met with Mirzo Khurshed Fayzullozoda, Director of the Agency of Innovation and Digital Technologies, to discuss expanding bilateral cooperation in digital innovation, technical knowledge exchange, and joint support for startups.

Iran, Tajikistan Deepen Economic Ties Through Joint Fund, Engineering Cooperation

During a bilateral meeting in Dushanbe, Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, and Minister of Economic Development and Trade of the Republic of Tajikistan, Zavqizoda Zavqi Amin, outlined a roadmap for expanding economic cooperation between the two countries.

Iran’s Economy Minister Meets Tajikistan’s Investment Chief in Dushanbe

Iranian Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, met with Sulton Rahimzoda, the Chairman of the State Committee on Investments and State Property Management of the Republic of Tajikistan. This meeting took place during Madanizadeh's visit to the Dushanbe International Investment Forum, which is scheduled to be held from October 14 to 16, 2025, in the capital city of Tajikistan.

Iran’s Minister of Economy Meets Tajik President:

Special Financial Mechanisms Can Help Expand Iran–Tajikistan Ties Beyond Sanctions

Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, met with Tajik President Emomali Rahmon on the sidelines of the Dushanbe International Investment Forum.

Iran and Tajikistan Strengthen Ties Toward a Sustainable Future: Iran's Economy Minister

At the International Investment Forum held in Dushanbe, the capital of Tajikistan, the Minister of Economic Affairs emphasized the importance of strengthening economic and cultural ties between Iran and Tajikistan. He highlighted green investment opportunities and regional cooperation in energy, technology, transportation, and agriculture as key foundations for sustainable development in the region.

Dushanbe Int'l Investment Forum Opens with Focus on Green Growth

The Dushanbe International Investment Forum officially opened today in Tajikistan’s capital with a keynote address by President Emomali Rahmon. Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, is also scheduled to speak at the forum later today.

Minister: Iran’s Economic Ministry Unveils Plan to Expedite Customs Clearance

Iran’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance has announced a comprehensive initiative aimed at reducing customs clearance times to three days—a move intended to address long-standing bottlenecks in the country’s import infrastructure.

Iran Seeks a Region Where Power is Pursued Through Peace: President Pezeshkian

President Masoud Pezeshkian said that real security is achieved not through force, but through trust-building, regional cooperation, and mutual respect.

Minister of Economy: FTZs Transformation Bill Focusing on Digital Economy is Underway

The Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance identified Free Trade Zones (FTZs) as pivotal to the country's economic development. Citing China's successful model, he announced a strategic plan to transform FTZs to foster sustainable growth without triggering rampant inflation.

Iran’s Economy Minister Signals Deepening Trade Ties with China

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyyed Ali Madanizadeh, has reaffirmed Tehran’s commitment to strengthening economic relations with China, citing the need to expand trade and investment between the two countries.

Iran at SCO; Economic Engine for Multilateralism

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian is consolidating Iran’s pivotal role in countering Western unilateralism at the 2025 Shanghai Cooperation Organization (SCO) summit in Tianjin, focusing on expanding economic cooperation with China and Russia.

Economy Minister Joins Presidential Delegation to China

Dr Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, departed Tehran for China early on Sunday as part of a high-level delegation led by President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Facilitating Customs Procedures by Redesigning Processes

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has called for a comprehensive redesign of customs procedures, citing inefficiencies in clearance operations and inter-agency coordination as key obstacles to trade facilitation.

Steel, Sanctions and Strategy: Iran Eyes Khuzestan for Investment Revival

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has identified Khuzestan province as a strategic hub for investment, particularly in oil, petrochemicals, and heavy industry, amid mounting economic pressures and looming environmental obligations.

Exports, Private Sector, and Free Trade Zones: Iran’s Three-Pronged Investment Strategy

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has outlined a tripartite strategy to stimulate investment and regional development, centred on export expansion, private sector engagement, and the enhancement of free trade zones (FTZs). Speaking during a visit to Sistan and Baluchestan province, Madanizadeh met with economic stakeholders in Chabahar and members of parliament to present the Ministry’s roadmap for growth.

Chinese Ambassador Meets with Iranian Economy Minister

Cong Peiwu, Ambassador of the People's Republic of China to the Islamic Republic of Iran, met with Seyyed Ali Madanizadeh, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, on Monday.

Iran’s Economy Minister Confirms First FATF Invitation for Direct Negotiations

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has announced that the Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has formally invited Iran for direct negotiations, marking a significant milestone in the country’s efforts to re-engage with international financial standards.

Minister: Digital Economy Is Key to Reviving Iran’s Economic Model

In a recent meeting with digital economy stakeholders, Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance underscored the government’s firm commitment to supporting the digital sector, calling it a catalyst for economic transformation. He emphasized that digital innovation is essential to boosting productivity and dismantling the outdated frameworks hindering Iran’s economic progress.

Iran’s Finance Minister Prioritizes Smart Reform in Taxes and Customs

Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has declared digital transformation of the country's tax and customs systems as his administration’s foremost priority.