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In recent days, an important meeting was held on Kish Island, attended by the Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, the Secretary of the Supreme Council of Free and Special Economic Zones, the managing directors of Iran’s free zone organizations, and various economic stakeholders.
This gathering marked a turning point in the development and strategic scope of Iran’s free trade zones — particularly because the remarks of Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, can be regarded as among the most significant government statements on free zone policy in recent years.
Addressing the managers and economic actors, he praised the recent efforts of the Supreme Council Secretariat and emphasized that “Iran’s free trade zones are, in fact, not free — they remain constrained by excessive regulations and restrictions that must be lifted.”

Although this statement might seem like a simple critique, it in fact carries a profound and foundational message, reflecting the Ministry of Economy’s firm determination to redefine the role and position of free trade zones within the broader architecture of Iran’s national economy.

The 27th International Iran Steel Symposium was held from October 27 to 29, 2025 (Aban 6–8, 1404) on Kish Island, with the participation of leading companies and key players in Iran’s steel industry.
On the final day of this major event, the Kaveh South Kish Steel Company’s booth was honored as the top booth of the symposium, in recognition of its continuous efforts, technological innovations, and strong presence as a major steel billet producer and a key industrial hub in Iran’s steel sector.

Right now, the world’s energy landscape is shifting faster than ever. As the urgency to tackle climate change grows, there’s a rising spotlight on green hydrogen—a clean fuel that could reshape how we produce and use energy. Green hydrogen is made by splitting water using electricity from renewable sources like solar and wind, producing fuel without any carbon emissions. This makes it a powerful player in the race toward a sustainable and low-carbon future.

Fatemeh Bagheri, journalist and editor-in-chief of Titrsanat News Agency, was recognized as one of the elites in the country’s knowledge-based and media sector, receiving her statuette and certificate of appreciation from Abouzar Shahpari during a special ceremony honoring national elites and knowledge-based centers. This event highlighted the active and influential presence of this media outlet in scientific and specialized news coverage and created a distinguished position for Titrsanat News Agency.

In today’s meeting on September 30, 2025, the Association of Knowledge-Based Centers and National Elites, with the presence of Abouzar Shahpari and Saeed Mohammadi, emphasized the necessity of combining artificial intelligence with human intelligence and strengthening the networking of knowledge-based companies. In its pursuit of enhancing the country’s scientific and economic position, this association, focusing on empowering elites and facilitating the export of knowledge-based products, seeks to create a fundamental transformation in various industries.

The CEO of Iran Minerals Production and Supply Company (IMPASCO) announced the company’s extensive activities in 20 provinces of the country for the development of mineral explorations, stating that with the attraction of private sector investment and the utilization of capital market capacities, plans have been made to accelerate the development of metal and coal mines next year.

The 6th edition of the Mustafa Prize for Science and Technology was held yesterday at Vahdat Hall in Tehran, with the presence of the most distinguished thinkers and leading figures in science and technology. This event represented a fusion of wisdom, innovation, and enthusiasm for scientific advancements in Iran and across the world.