-
Iran Urges WAIPA to Condemn U.S. and Israeli Military Aggression
The Organization for Investment, Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran (OIETAI) has sent an official letter to the Executive Director of the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA), calling for the condemnation of 'illegal attacks by the United States and the Israeli regime' against the Islamic Republic of Iran.
-
Tehran — Iran’s Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance is set to upgrade private sector bank guarantees to sovereign guarantees under a new regulato
The Deputy Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance and head of the Organization for Investment, Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran, Mahdi Heidari, said the policy would allow the government to extend sovereign backing to private bank guarantees in exchange for counter-guarantees from domestic firms.
-
Economy Min.: New Support Package for War-Damaged Industrial Units Nears Implementation
During a visit to factories damaged in the Jay Industrial Zone in Isfahan, the Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance announced that a government support package for affected industrial units has been finalized and is awaiting final approval before implementation.
-
Head of Investment Organization: Investment Security is a Must
The Deputy Minister and Head of Organization for Investment, Economic and Technical Assistance of Iran, speaking at a meeting with economic activists from Bushehr Province, emphasized the need to remove investment barriers, streamline administrative bureaucracy, and strengthen the role of economic activists in attracting domestic and foreign investors. He identified investment in the upstream oil and gas sectors as a key solution for improving the country's economic situation.
-
Head of Investment Organization Announces: Iran’s Comprehensive Plan for Post-War Reconstruction of Vital Industries
Iran's Deputy Economy Minister has announced the start of a new phase in the reconstruction of the country's vital industries following the "Third Imposed War," describing Bushehr Province, especially the city of Asaluyeh, as one of the main hubs of Iran's economic activity.
-
Iran’s Khuzestan Province Attracts $12.8mn Foreign Investment in Past Year
Iran’s south-western Khuzestan province, a strategic hub for energy and agriculture, secured $12.8mn in realised foreign direct investment during the past Iranian calendar year (ended March 20, 2026), according to the province’s top economic official, despite persistent international sanctions.
-
Iran Approves $126mn in Foreign Investment Projects in 1st Board Meeting of year
Iran’s Foreign Investment Board has given the green light to 35 projects worth $126mn in its first session of the 1405 solar year (started March 21, 2026).
-
Iran's Annual Non-Oil Trade with Neighbors Rises 21% to Over $74b
In terms of volume, Iran exchanged 112.8 million metric tons of goods with its neighbors, up 16 percent compared to the previous year.
-
Iran’s Foreign Trade Nears $110 Billion in 2025–26 Fiscal Year
Iran’s total foreign trade reached nearly $110 billion in the fiscal year ending March 20, 2026, according to data released by the country’s customs authority, underscoring steady commercial flows despite ongoing external pressures.
-
Minister of Economy Announces Comprehensive Support Package for Iranians in the UAE
Iran's Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, emphasizing that Iran is the eternal homeland of all Iranians, has issued an official statement in response to recent restrictions imposed on Iranian nationals residing in the United Arab Emirates. In the statement, he announced the preparation and implementation of a comprehensive support package designed to safeguard their capital and protect their interests.
-
Economy Minister: 1405 Will Be the Year of Resistance Economy Through National Unity and Security
Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, issued a message marking the coincidence of the Persian New Year and Eid al-Fitr, honoring the memory of the nation’s martyrs and praising the resilience of the Iranian people. He affirmed that the government’s economic team, guidede Leader’s designation of the year as “Resistance Economy in the Shadow of National Unity and National Security,” will mobilize all available capacities to realize this vision and navigate the challenges ahead.
-
Iran's Economy Minister Meets New UAE Ambassador, Invites Emirati Investment
Tehran - Ali Madanizadeh, Iran's Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, met with Khalid Abdullah Belhoul, the newly appointed Ambassador of the United Arab Emirates to Iran, inviting Emirati investors to explore opportunities in the Iranian economy.
-
Economy and Finance Ministers of Iran and Saudi Arabia Meet on the Sidelines of Al-Ula Summit
Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of the Islamic Republic of Iran, met with Mohammed bin Abdullah Al-Jadaan, Minister of Finance of Saudi Arabia, on the sidelines of the Second Emerging Economies Summit in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia.
-
Economy Minister Meets with President of the IsDB
Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of the Islamic Republic of Iran, met with Mohammed Al-Jasser, President of the Islamic Development Bank (IsDB), on the sidelines of the Second Emerging Economies Summit in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia. The summit is jointly hosted by the Saudi Ministry of Finance and the International Monetary Fund (IMF).
-
Bilateral Consultations between Economy Minister of Iran and Finance Minister of Qatar
Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of the Islamic Republic of Iran, met with Ali bin Ahmed Al-Kuwari, Minister of Finance of Qatar, on the sidelines of the Second Emerging Economies Summit in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia.
-
Minister of Economy Meets with Ministers of Uzbekistan and Pakistan to Expand Regional Economic Cooperation
According to SHADA, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of the Islamic Republic of Iran, met with Jamshid Kuchkarov, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Economy and Finance of Uzbekistan, and Muhammad Aurangzeb, Federal Minister of Finance and Revenue of Pakistan, on the sidelines of the Second Emerging Economies Summit in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia, to discuss ways to promote bilateral and regional economic cooperation.
-
Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance Meets with OPEC Fund President
The Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance of the Islamic Republic of Iran, Dr. Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, met with Abdulhamid Al Khalifa, President of the OPEC Fund for International Development (OFID), on the sidelines of the Second Emerging Market Economies Summit in Al-Ula, Saudi Arabia.
-
To Attend Emerging Markets Summit Minister of Economy Arrives in Saudi Arabia
The Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, at the head of a delegation, arrived in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, to participate in the second Emerging Markets Summit and hold bilateral meetings. He was welcomed upon arrival by the Ambassador of the Islamic Republic of Iran.
-
-
Iran-Russia Business Forum Held to Boost Banking and Cooperation
A year after Iran and Russia signed their comprehensive strategic agreement, Iranian and Russian business leaders gathered in Moscow on January 27, 2026, for a joint economic forum hosted by Bank Melli Iran (BMI) at the headquarters of Mir Business Bank. The meeting focused on expanding banking ties, facilitating trade, and identifying new investment opportunities between the two countries.
-
Iran Proposes Establishing a Joint Cooperation Council Between Its FTZs and CIS Members
The Secretary of Iran’s High Council of Free Trade and Special Economic Zones has called for the establishment of a structured mechanism to expand economic cooperation with member states of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS).
-
Economy Minister: Iran’s Economic Situation Is Under Control
Iran’s Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance says the government has full control over the economic conditions, outlining recent measures and upcoming plans in the areas of capital markets, foreign exchange, taxation, and structural reforms.
-
Economy Minister: Iran's Customs Breaks Historic Record in Clearing Essential Goods
Iran’s Minister of Economy says concerns over the country’s stock of essential goods are unfounded, noting that strategic reserves are in “excellent condition.” Seyed Ali Madanizadeh announced that imports have proceeded smoothly and that Iranian customs recorded historic highs in the clearance of essential goods over the past week, with distribution networks operating normally.
-
Economy Minister: Commodity Vouchers Designed to Curb Inflation
Iran’s Minister of Economy says the government’s new commodity voucher system is aimed at controlling inflation and ensuring subsidies reach real consumers.
-
Economy Minister: Government Is Paying Subsidies for Essential Goods Directly to Consumers
The Minister of Economy explained the government’s new currency policy, which allocates preferential foreign exchange directly to citizens as the final consumers. He stated that, based on data obtained in recent weeks, this policy has successfully ensured that subsidies for essential goods reach the lower-income groups, fulfilling the government’s objective.
-
Iran’s Finance Minister: Government Moves to Protect Middle-Class Purchasing Power
At the 134th meeting of the Government–Private Sector Dialogue Council, Iran’s Finance Minister Seyed Ali Madanizadeh outlined the country’s new foreign exchange policy, debt repayment strategy, measures to support corporate working capital, and mechanisms to safeguard the purchasing power of middle-income earners.
-
Iran Unveils ‘National Credit Plan’ to Stabilize Currency Markets and Support Households
Iran’s Finance Minister, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, has outlined a comprehensive policy package aimed at stabilizing the foreign exchange market and shielding households from inflationary pressures. Central to the initiative is the launch of the National Credit Plan for Iranians, designed to expand financial access and support employment. The plan begins this month as a pilot and will be rolled out nationwide later this year if successful.
-
Iran, Afghanistan, and China Launch Joint International FTZ Project
A webinar was held to present the report on the International Free Trade-Industrial Zone project involving Iran, Afghanistan, and China, chaired by the Director General of Economic Affairs and Finance of South Khorasan Province.
-
Iran pushes financial innovation: Gilan hosts conference on modern funding tools
A conference in Gilan province brought together senior economic managers, representatives from banks, insurers, and the capital market to discuss modern financing instruments and the need to raise financial literacy. The event, organized under the auspices of the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance, underscored the government’s ambition to move beyond traditional lending and to embed new mechanisms into the country’s financial architecture.
-
Iran’s Foreign Trade Volume for the First Nine Months
According to the Iran Customs Administration, the country’s total foreign trade during this period amounted to more than 148.2 million tons, valued at nearly 85.4 billion dollars.