Non-oil exports driving force for Iran economy

Tehran (IP) - Iran's Minister of Industry, Mines, and Trade has said that this year, the driving force of the country's economy is non-oil exports, and in this regard, activating all export capacities and export markets with a focus on the private sector is on the agenda.

Iran PressIran News: Reza Rahmani in a meeting with members of the Parliament's Special Commission for the Protection of National Production and Supervision of Article 44 added: "Last year we managed to export more than 135 million tons despite all problems."

"Today, there must be a belief in the country that 'production' is the main focus of all policies and planning, and that our monetary, banking and foreign currency policies should be tailored to this issue," the official said.

Rahmani added: "Corona's outbreak has also affected countries' foreign trade and its effects are gradually becoming clearer. We are witnessing the special decisions of other countries in banning and restricting imports and exports. It has imposed restrictions on production and exports that need serious attention." 207

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