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Iran reports 27% rise in cargo transit in 10 months

Iran’s Ministry of Roads and Urban Development (MRUD) says cargo transit via the country rose 27% year on year in the 10 months to January 19.

Transportation

Iran’s largest carmaker sets new record for daily output

Iran’s largest carmaker IKCO has hit a new record in daily production of passenger cars amid plans in the country to increase its annual car production by nearly 30%.

Mine and Industry

Iran’s steel output up 8% to 31 million mt in 2024

Iran raised its steel output by 8% last year compared to 2023 as manufacturers failed to hit higher production targets because of restrictions on energy supplies to industries, according to Iran’s state metals and mining company IMIDRO.

Mine and Industry

Iran’s exports to Afghanistan up 84% in 2024: Embassy

Iran’s exports to Afghanistan rose significantly in 2024, according to figures from the Iranian embassy in Kabul, amid growing trade ties between the two neighbors.

Trade

Iran, Russia sign comprehensive strategic partnership agreement

The presidents of Iran and Russia have signed a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement for long-term cooperation.

Trade

Iran, Turkey to resolve issue of stranded trucks soon: Minister

Iran’s transportation minister says the country is working with neighboring Turkey to reach a permanent solution to the issue of trucks stranded at the border between the two countries because of fuel tax disputes.

Transportation

Iran reports $8.8 billion mining exports in eight months

Iran’s exports of mining and metals products reached $8.8 billion in the eight calendar months to November 20.

Mine and Industry

Iran’s oil exports to China drop in November

New data by a major tanker tracking service show that Iran’s oil exports to China dropped significantly in November amid a rise in domestic demand for energy as well as regional tensions that affected the transport and removed customers from the market.

Energy

Iran president says seriously pursuing long-term deal with China

Iran’s president has expressed his commitment to implementing a comprehensive cooperation agreement with strategic partner China.

Macro Economy

Iran to expand overseas farming to 2 million hectares by 2029

Iran has set a target to expand its overseas farming to 2 million hectares (4.942 million acres) by 2029 amid efforts to ensure sufficient food supplies in the country.

Agriculture and Environment