Heidari described foreign investment as essential for Iran’s economic prospects, arguing that those already familiar with the country’s regulatory landscape are best placed to channel new funds. He said guidelines for private “investment promotion agencies” are close to completion. These bodies, he suggested, would both address investor concerns and operate as profitable ventures.

The official also unveiled plans for new financial instruments. A recent meeting with the president focused on foreign‑currency funds, designed to offer competitive returns and protect investors’ purchasing power. He highlighted a resolution allowing gold bullion imports to be sold transparently on the commodities exchange, a move intended to reassure investors of market clarity.

Heidari stressed that Economy Minister Dr. Medanizadeh sees support for foreign investors as central to economic reform, and that coordination has begun with the foreign ministry’s economic diplomacy unit. A list of investment projects in oil, gas, petrochemicals, mining, logistics and renewables will soon be published online. The agency also intends to use Iran’s energy exchange to manage risk and broaden financial tools for foreign capital.

Concluding the session, Mr. Heidari insisted that investors “want to stay and build, not just profit,” and pledged that the government would work vigorously to resolve their challenges.