Today’s Highlights

An examination of recent price trends in Iran’s commodity markets across the steel, mining, and petrochemical sectors in Shahrivar 1404 (August–September 2025) reveals significant price increases in certain products and notable volatility in urea fertilizer and lubcut markets. These shifts are influenced by both domestic and global factors—including construction demand, infrastructure projects, and exchange rate fluctuations—that have precisely shaped the current market outlook

In a world where attention spans are shrinking and emotional resonance is the new currency, industrial branding is undergoing a profound transformation. No longer is it enough for a product to function well or look sleek—today, it must feel right. This shift is being driven by a powerful, interdisciplinary approach known as neurodesign: the science of designing for the brain

The Secretary of the Supreme Council of Free and Special Economic Zones, emphasizing the importance of restoring economic advantages to free trade zones, stated:

“The establishment of independent bank branches and the strengthening of financial infrastructures in free trade zones are among our top priorities, and with the support of the Central Bank, these goals will be achieved in the near future.”

A group of members from the Iranology Scientific Association, accompanied by several history professors from Shahid Chamran University of Ahvaz, conducted a research visit to the Arvand Free Trade Zone.
During the visit, they evaluated the condition of archaeological sites within the area and emphasized the need for systematic and well-structured archaeological studies to preserve and better understand the region’s ancient heritage.

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.

An examination of the latest price trends in the commodity markets of the steel, mining, and petrochemical sectors during Shahrivar 1404 (September 2025) reveals a significant increase in certain products and notable fluctuations in urea fertilizer and lube cut oil.
These changes are influenced by both domestic and global factors, including construction demand, infrastructure projects, and currency exchange rate volatility, all of which have precisely shaped the current market outlook.

In today’s media-driven world, brands are no longer defined solely by formal advertising campaigns and large marketing budgets. What has emerged in recent years as a powerful and sometimes decisive force in shaping brand reputation and corporate credibility is a phenomenon known as electronic word-of-mouth (e-WOM).

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.

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.

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.

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.

In the days when regional relations in the Middle East have taken on new complexities, Pakistan’s clear and outspoken message during the “12-day war,” declaring its support for Iran’s positions, stands as a diplomatic turning point and a strategic opportunity to enhance the economic cooperation of the two countries. The diplomatic support and public opinion in Pakistan, repeatedly echoed in discussions and statements, reflect historical ties and the potential capacity for deepening trade relations.

Mohsen Benar, Director General of Research and Development at RighTel, announced the design and deployment of an intelligent robot that, with advanced imaging capabilities, real-time monitoring, and 5G connectivity, operates in hard-to-reach and hazardous environments of the oil, gas, petrochemical, and mining industries. It enables precise monitoring of personnel presence, fault detection, and pipeline leakage identification, and by sending analytical reports to operational teams, contributes to enhancing the safety and efficiency of these industries.

In the second press conference of the Association of Steel Structure Producers and Exporters, representatives of this key Iranian industry, with an annual steel production of 40 million tons, highlighted challenges such as energy imbalance, lack of liquidity, and the decline in specialized workforce. They also reported ongoing discussions with the government to remove obstacles. Modern technologies and “green steel” were introduced as the keys to sustainable development and increased productivity.

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.

One of the solutions to enhance productivity in the mining sector is the use of artificial intelligence and digitalization, aimed at addressing the challenges of this sector, which plays a significant role in enabling the mining industry to achieve its 13% share in the Seventh Development Plan.