TEHRAN- Hamid Bovard, Acting Oil Minister, announcing progress in the reconstruction program of damaged South Pars refineries, reported efforts to speed up operations and restore lost gas production capacity by the end of the Iranian calendar month Azar (December 21).
TEHRAN- The head of the Iran Chamber of Commerce, in a meeting with the head of the Kenya Chamber of Commerce, described Kenya—due to its strong financial infrastructure and the strategic port of Mombasa—as the most important gateway for Iran and other countries to the African market, and stated: Iran sees Kenya as a strategic and reciprocal partner and can play a role as a gateway for Kenya to Central Asia and Eurasia.
TEHRAN- In a significant step toward strengthening bilateral economic relations, senior officials from Iran and Pakistan convened to explore avenues for expanding cooperation in the mining sector. The meeting between Mohammad Ali Dehghan Dehnavi, Head of the Trade Promotion Organization of Iran (TPO), and Asad Ahmad, CEO of the Pakistan Mineral Development Corporation, marked another milestone in the two neighboring countries' ongoing efforts to deepen their trade and economic partnership.
TEHRAN - After 18 years representing Iran’s national blind football team, Behzad Zadaliasghari is preparing for what could be the final chapter of his international career. As the Asian Para Games approach in Nagoya, Japan, the experienced player is determined to help Iran reclaim the continental title before bringing his distinguished career to an end.
TEHRAN – Buying a car can involve more than choosing a model and agreeing on a price. Prospective buyers may need to visit several dealerships, compare technical specifications, arrange financing, verify a used vehicle’s condition and navigate paperwork before completing a transaction. Tehran Auto Plaza is being developed around the idea that much of this journey could happen in one place.
TEHRAN - Iran’s national wheelchair basketball team are determined to begin their campaign at the Nagoya Asian Para Games with a strong performance against Iraq, according to team coach Mohammadreza Dastyar.
TEHRAN – For many motorists, a visit to a car showroom has a specific purpose: to inspect a vehicle, discuss a price and decide whether to buy. Tehran Auto Plaza is being developed around a broader idea, one in which the automobile becomes the starting point for a day of discovery, specialist services, social encounters and new experiences.
TEHRAN - In an article published on Monday, the editor-in-chief of the Saudi daily Asharq Al-Awsat used the Ansarullah strike on Riyadh airport as a pretext to level a series of sweeping — and at times bizarre — accusations.
TEHRAN – Saudi Arabia is once again testing its options for dealing with Ansarallah, hoping that what failed the first time might succeed the next.
TEHRAN — “I don’t have a single B on my report card. Is this the respect I get?” The girl standing at the school gate was crying, and the officials in front of her did not move. “Have I ever done anything wrong? And now you’re telling me I can’t enter the school. Why should I have to give up my religion?”
