Speaking at a meeting with economic stakeholders in Khuzestan province, Foroud Asgari, Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance and Director General of the Islamic Republic of Iran Customs Administration (IRICA), underscored the importance of implementing unified border management. “Like in other countries, border management in Iran must fall under the direct supervision of customs,” he said.
Asgari noted that while the Customs Law provides a framework for integrated border control, its application has varied across different administrations. He called for consistent enforcement and renewed coordination among relevant agencies.
Among the operational updates, Asgari announced the formal issuance of an import code to Shalamcheh Customs, an important step in expanding trade capacity at one of Iran’s key border crossings. He urged private sector actors to capitalize on the new designation and engage proactively with customs authorities.
In a further move to bolster inspection capabilities, IRICA has delivered two truck-mounted X-ray scanners to Khuzestan’s border posts. The equipment is expected to improve cargo screening efficiency and reduce bottlenecks in cross-border logistics.