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Iran’s monthly PMI continues to fall for a second month in a row

Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) has released the country’s new PMI data for the fiscal month of Dey (December 21, 2024 – January 19, 2025), which has continued to fall after it witnessed a sharp decline in the previous month.

Macro Economy

Iran eyes partnership in Uzbekistan’s construction sector

Head of Iran-Uzbekistan Joint Chamber of Commerce has highlighted the need for Iran to gain a foothold in Uzbekistan’s construction industry.

Joint Chambers

The struggle for fair wages in the US

Workers continue to push for fair wages as the US minimum wage lags behind the cost of living.

World Economy

Iran’s Central Bank pushes for stronger private sector role in global trade

Governor of the Central Bank of Iran (CBI) urges stronger banking ties with BRICS, SCO, and EAEU, highlighting Iran’s $140 billion trade despite sanctions.

Iran Chamber

Finland shaken by labor protests in 2024 over labor reforms and welfare cuts

Finland saw widespread labor protests in 2024 over government reforms and welfare cuts, with workers challenging policies seen as undermining their rights and protections.

World Economy

Iran plans to raise its power generation by another 30,000 MW

Iran’s Minister of Energy has said that the country has plans to add another 30,000 MW to its power generation capacity by the end of the current administration of President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Energy

Tunisian ambassador visits Iran Chamber of Commerce

Imad Al-Rahmuni, Tunisian ambassador to Iran, visited Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture (ICCIMA) where he met ICCIMA President Samad Hassanzadeh on February 2, 2025.

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“Iran’s mining sector needs €55 billion investment to unlock full potential”

Iran’s mining sector requires an additional €55 billion in investment to reach its full potential, despite the current $10 billion capital in the industry, according to a private sector operator familiar with the matter.

Mine and Industry

Iran’s private sector ready to boost trade with Tunisia, says Chamber of Commerce president

Iran’s private sector has significant capabilities to enhance trade with Tunisia across multiple industries, Samad Hassanzadeh, President of Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines, and Agriculture said on Sunday, emphasizing the need for closer economic cooperation between the two nations.

Iran Chamber

Labor unrest and wage policies in 2024

In 2024, labor unrest surged globally, driven by wage disputes and working conditions, while some countries maintained stability. This article explores the key factors behind these crises.

World Economy