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Destiny Making Moments

Long before the establishment of the Eu- ropean Union. It was believed that Union of European Countries is a myth upheld from the ancient era, brought about every once in a while, when Europe became weak. The last time, after overcoming 1930 eco- nomic crisis, this idea was strongly brought about in Austria. Finally in 1952, and after 1990, and later in 1993, the idea of European Union was materialized through the establish- ment of the Union. Considering the process of its establish- ment, there were, and still are, various opin- ions about it. Now while nearing the referendum in UK for remaining in, or exiting from The Europe- an Union, it has been said that the majority are of the opinion that remaining and interacting is better than exiting. Once exiting occurs, it will be vital for both European Countries, and UK, especially for the government of David Cameron, the Conservative Party, and even for world economy.

Dr. Amir Houshang Amini 2

Iran's foreign trade

Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 Report 3 During The first month of year 1395

Iran’s Foreign Trade during The first month of year 1395

According to the statistics of the I.R of Iran's Customs Department, the Iran's foreign trades volume during the first month of the year 1395 are as indicated in the following tables: According to the statistics of ment, the Iran’s foreign trades the year 1395 are as indicated in the I.R of Iran’s Customs Depart- volume during the first month of the following tables:

A. Imports: 1395, the most value and rank is “Soybeans” with 87 During the first month of weight of imports, at the first million dollars and a value of Imports: During the first month of 1395, the most value and weight of imports, at the first rank is "Soybeans" with 87 million dollars and a value of 4.41 percent.

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The most important imports during the first month of 1395, have been done with countries, as follows: 1) "China" with 207 thousand tons and 383 million Dollars and 10.76 percent of weight and 19.37 percent of value, 2) " United Arab Emirates " with 369 thousand Tons and 368 million Dollars and 19.16 percent of weight and 18.58 percent of value, 3) "Turkey" with 93 thousand tons and 156 million Dollars and 4.86 percent of weight and 7.88 percent of value, 4) "Germany" with 125 thousand tons and 113 million Dollars and 6.51 percent of weight and 5.70 percent of value and 5) "India"

The with most 90 important thousand tons imports and 108during million the Dollarsfirst month and 4.68 of percent 1395, have of weight been and done 5.44 with countries,percent as of follows:value. 1) "China" with 207 thousand tons and 383 million Dollars and 4 Report Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 10.76 percent of weight and 19.37 percent of value, 2) " United Arab Emirates " with 369 thousand Tons and 368 million Dollars and 19.16 percent of weight and 18.58 percent4.41 of percent. value, 3) "Turkey" withEmirates 93 t housand“ with 369 thousandtons and tons 156 and million 113 million Dollars Dollars and 4.86 The most important imports Tons and 368 million Dollars and 6.51 percent of weight percentduring of weight the first andmonth 7.88 of 1395, percent and 19.16of value, percent 4) of"Germ weightany" and with 5.70 125percent thousand of value andtons and 113 millionhave been Dollars done with and countries, 6.51 percent and 18.58 of weight percent andof value, 5.70 per5) cent“India” of with value 90 andthousand 5) "India" with 90as thousandfollows: 1) “China” tons and with 108 3) million“Turkey” Dollarswith 93 thousandand 4.68 tons percent and 108 of million weight Dollars and 5.44 percent207 of thousandvalue. tons and 383 tons and 156 million Dollars and 4.68 percent of weight and million Dollars and 10.76 per- and 4.86 percent of weight 5.44 percent of value. cent of weight and 19.37 per- and 7.88 percent of value, 4) cent of value, 2) “ United Arab “Germany” with 125 thousand

Exports: During the first month of 1395, a compound of exported goods with the separation of gas liquidities, petrochemical products and other kind of goods such as industrial, agricultural, mineral,goods carpet with and the separationhandy crafts of gas are such as follows:as industrial, agricultural, ExportsExports:: During the first month of 1395, a compound of exported goods with the During the first month of liquidities, petrochemical prod- mineral, carpet and handy crafts separation1395, aof compound gas liquidities of exported, petrochemicalucts and other kindproducts of goods and are other as follows: kind of goods such as industrial, agricultural, mineral, carpet and handy crafts are as follows:

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As indicated in the table, export has decreased 37.89 percent of weight and 17.91 percent in value of Dollar.

During the first month of 1395, most of exports have done with the countries, as follows: 1)"China" with 2.655 thousand tons and value of 797 million Dollars and 32.45 percent of weight and 26.51 percent of value, 2)"United Arab Emirate" with 1.037 thousand tonsAs indicated value in the of table, 443 ex - millionand 32.45 Dollars percent of and weight 12.68 and ue percent , 4)”Republic of of weightKorea” with and 14.74 percent ofport value, has decreased 3)"Iraq" 37.89 percent with 1.14426.51 percent thousand of value, 2)”Unit tons - and660 vathousandlue oftons 399 and value Million of Dollars of weight and 17.91 percent in ed Arab Emirate” with 1.037 278 million Dollars and 8.07 and 13.99value percent of Dollar. of weight andthousand 13.27 tons percent value of 443 of mil val- uepercent , 4)"Republic of weight and 9.25 of perKorea"- with 660 thousand tons and value oflion 278 Dollars million and 12.68 Dollars percent andcent 8.of 07value, percent and 5)”India” of with weight and AsDuring indicated the first inmonth the oftable, 1395, exportof weight has and decreased 14.74 percent 6.29 of percent562 thousand of weight tons andand value 14.15 of 9.25 percentmostpercent ofof exports invalue, value have of anddone Dollar. with5)"I ndia"value, 3)”Iraq”with 562 with 1.144thousand thou- 263 tons million and dollars value and 6.87 of per 263- million dollars andthe countries,6.87 percent as follows: of 1)”Chi wei- ghtsand and tons 8.74and value percent of 399 Mil of- value.cent of weight and 8.74 percent na” with 2.655 thousand tons lion Dollars and 13.99 percent of of value. andDuring value theof 797 six million month Dollars of 1394,weight most and 13.27of exports percent ofhave val- done with the countries, as follows: 1)"China" with 12.162 thousand tons and value of 3.731 million Dollars and 32.07 percent of weight and 22.65 percent of value, 2)"Iraq" with 7.584 thousand tons value of 3.076 million Dollars and 20 percent of weight and 18.68 percent of value, 3)"United Arab Emirate" with 4.536 thousand tons and value of 2.798 Million Dollars and 11.96 percent of weight and 16.99 percent of value , 4)"India" with 3.368 thousand tons and value of 1.367 million Dollars and 8.88 percent of weight and 8.3 percent of value, and 5)"Afghanistan" with 1.938 thousand tons and value of 1.269 million dollars and 5.11 percent of weight and 7.7 percent of value.

Average price of each ton of ex- lars which compared with similar creased 21.75 percent in value of ported goods has been 367 Dol- period in last year, has been de- dollar. Average price of each ton of exported goods has been 367 Dollars which compared with similar period in last year, has been decreased 21.75 percent in value of dollar

Average price of each ton of exported goods has been 434 Dollars which compared with similar period in last year, has been i Wednesday, December 23, 2015 - 02:00 ‘GDP Growth to Stabilize at 4%’ increased 3.33 percent in value of dollar.

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Sarein

Sarein or Sareyn is a small city near Ardabil in the Northwest of Iran .Serein is the most famous and popular hot springs center of Iran, however there are plenty of other Mineral and hot springs in different area of Iran as: Mahallat, Abe Ask, Ramsar, and,.. But Sarein center of Mineral water Spa, in Ardabil Province is due to the location, quality of its water, and other local production such as Honey, Carpet , silk rugs and … is the most visited hot springs area with accommodation facilities in Iran Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 ARMENIANS OF MODERN IRAN 7

Sarein (also Romanized as Sareyn) is defined in the Per- sian dictionary as “spring’s Outlet”, and is the only City of Sarein County

Introduction: Sarein County is a county in Ardabil Province. The capi- tal of the county is the city of Sarein. This county was split off from Ardabil County after the 2006 census. According the 2006 census, the county’s population was 17,197, in professional hikers. months, and in the winter for 3,937 families. The county Sabalan is located in Mesh- skiing. Climate is in the win- consists of two districts: the ginshahr city in Ardebil prov- ters bitterly cold, with tem- Central District and Sabalan ince. It is the third highest peratures descending to −25°. District. Sarein County has mountain of Iran with a per- Sablan enjoys specific at- only one city called Sarein. manent crater lake at the sum- tractions in various seasons of Ardabil Province, which mit, located on the southeast the year where the mountain was established in 1993 from side of the mountain, is el- climber feels he has entered a the eastern part of East Azer- liptical with an area of 120 land of dreams and wonders. baijan., Zanjan, and Gilan, hectares. This salt-water lake There are also many trails is one of the 31 provinces of is located south of the Ardabil and a few small villages in Iran with an area of 17,800 city and constitutes an impor- the area, as well as many no- Square km and 1.248 million tant recreational site for the madic people with their round habitants (2011). Its adminis- inhabitants of Ardabil with ‘Yurt’ tents. Visiting these trative center is Ardabil. several facilities. nomadic people is one of the best reasons for climbing the Its famous natural region is Since it is covered with ice mountain. the Sabalan Mountains, one from mid-September through The native language of Sa- of the most interesting moun- early June, mountain climbers rein is the Azeri dialect, how- tains of Iran, with an altitude use it for ice skating. ever Persian is understood of about 4,811 m., which is Sabalan has a ski resort and and official language. originally a volcanic moun- different tourist areas such as On the slopes of the moun- tain. Its summits is located 41 mentioned the Serein’s hot tain, many mineral water km. from Ardabil and can be water Spa, and it is known springs flow. easily observed while trave- for its beautiful vistas. Thousands of tourists visit ling on the road to Sarein and Many domestic and foreign the springs each year and Ardabil. There is a lake on the tourists come to this region many claim its therapeutic top of the Sabalan Mountain, for its cool climate (max 35 benefits. which is a major attraction for °C) during the hot summer The mountain, the crater 8 ARMENIANS OF MODERN IRAN Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57

the Sabalan Mountains due to their landscapes and attrac- tions annually host several visitors. Some of the histori- cal villages of the province have their own importance from the tourism point of view. Some of these villages are Onar in Meshginshahr, Kalkhoran and Sangi in Ar- dabil

Ardabil province, as men- tioned is more or less well known for its carpets as well as sweets such as Halva. The souvenirs of the province are: wickerwork, wool hand- woven cloth, coarse rug, felt carpet, different metal and wooden works, inlaid, silver objects, earthenware, local shoes, and other handicrafts. This spring is located 24 kilometers from Ardabil and one kilometer north of Vakil and the lake can usually be Namin, Sarein, Nir, and Par- Abad Village among a vast ascended from the northern sabad. valley, and its temperature and southern tracks. is 49° C. Its altitude is 1,820 Ardabil is known for its silk meters above the sea level. Its Once ascended, one can see and carpet trade tradition. Ar- water is enriched with several a panorama of the beautiful dabil rugs are renowned and minerals useful for rheuma- region for more than a 100 the ancient Ardabil Carpets tism and skin diseases. kilometers around. are considered some of the best of the classical Persian Serein Its geographic coordi- Ardabil’s capital stands carpet creations. Ardabil is nates is 38°09′N 48°04′E. and about 70 km from the Cas- also known as the seat of a is known for its hot springs. pian Sea. The province has World Heritage Site: the sanc- The population is about 8000, been blessed with splendid tuary and tomb of Shaikh Safi and increases to more than natural beauty and numerous ad-Din, eponym of the Safa- 20000 domestic and foreign sights. The province is divid- vid Dynasty. tourists in the summer time, ed into 10 counties: Ardabil, due to the charming climate. Bilasavar, Germi, Khalkhal, Rural areas of the province It stands 28 km from Ardabil Kowsar, Meshginshahr, especially on the outskirts of Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 ARMENIANS OF MODERN IRAN 9

and total area is 1.28 km2. The climate and hot springs region is very famous due to are the first attractions for its being close to Sarein and Sarein is also famous for tourists who travel to this re- its exquisite sceneries. its ‘Ashe Doogh’ (Yogurt gion from different parts of Soups), during the busy sum- Iran and the world. There are 5 mineral water mer periods, it is not uncom- There are about 250 Hotel, springs in this village includ- mon for many of the local Motel, and inn, in different ing: Vila Darreh, Sari Qieh shops to be seen selling and class in Sarein. Souei, Ab Bad, Ab Cheshm preparing this soup. and Gol Ali springs. Hot springs (spa) have al- The Sarein springs are near The water of all mineral ways been in Sarein, but the an inactive volcano in mount springs in Vila Darreh village 1990s earthquake caused Sabalan and its water contains is the same in terms of chemi- some of them to get colder sulphur particles and it is be- cal compounds and they are or hotter. The water is heated lieved that it is good for bone similar to the components largely by the Sabalan Moun- and joint pains. of Gasha Sadian and the San tain which is one of Iran’s The most important mineral Galimeh mineral springs in highest mountain after Dama- water springs of Sarein are lo- France. vand. cated in Vila Darreh and Vakil Sarein is also very famous Abad. The water of Vila Darreh for its honey, again like the Vila Darreh village is lo- mineral springs includes Bi- soup, many of Sareyn’s shops cated some 4 km northwest of carbonate, Calcium, Sodium sell honey which is produced Sarein. and they are cold. One of the locally by the Bee keepers of advantages of these mineral the area. Most springs in this village water springs is its effect on are cold and lukewarm. This body tissues. The water of 10 ARMENIANS OF MODERN IRAN Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57

these springs eases inflam- very cold in summer and its Tehran and other big cities mation of tissues through the foodstuffs, particularly dairy escape to the tranquility and tiny pores in the skin which products, meat and honey good weather that Sarein has transfer the water to the body are famous. The natural and to offer. cells inside. Another effect of unique environment of the these springs is on livers. The region is very interesting for Some of Sarein Springs are: water of these springs is eas- tourists. - Qarah Soo (A’saab) ily absorbed by the liver due Thermal Spring – Relieving to having special minerals There are 9 hot springs in - Sari Soo Thermal and provides cure.. Sarein, with ‘Gavmish Golly’ Spring – Relieving being the hottest, with wa- - Gavmish Golly Ther- Vakil Abad village is locat- ter reaching 67 degrees, and mal Spring - Relieving and ed 25 km northwest of Arde- turning out around 80 liters good for Rheu matism bil. The most important and per second from the source. - General Thermal famous mineral water spring There is also several cold wa- Spring - Good for Joint Pains in this region is Sardabeh ter springs nearby, with the - Besh Bajilar Thermal where the water temperature most popular being situated in Spring - Good for Joint Pains is as high as 35 centigrade. a small village nearby called - Qahveh Suei Thermal Just a bit high above Sarda- ‘Vila Darreh’ - the water here Spring - Good for Joint Pains beh, there are 6 springs in is fizzy and is very good for - Pehenlu Thermal the mountainous area of Haft the kidneys. Spring - Relieving. Block. The climate in Sarda- The climate is by far a great - Sarein is also famous beh is very pleasant and it is asset, and many Iranians from for its ‘Ashe Doogh’ (Yogurt Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 ARMENIANS OF MODERN IRAN 11

mental and physical health are goals of this complex.

“Laleh International Ho- tel Group” tries hard to pro- vide high quality services to ensure the satisfaction of its guests, and in this regard it is committed to move toward is- sues such as the quantitative development of recreational and hospitality capacities, Soups), during the busy sum- built with many facilities near the increase of units, constant mer periods, it is not uncom- Laleh Hotel in Sarein, and progress and the quantita- mon for many of the local shines like a gem in the city. tive and qualitative develop- shops to be seen selling and ment of services, promoting preparing this soup. Among the facilities of this the level of human resources - Hot springs (spa) have complex, three indoor pools, through continuous training always been in Sarein, but individual tubs, pressurized and close monitoring, observ- the 1990s earthquake caused pools, dry and steam sauna, ing the rules and regulations some of them to get colder a medical room, massage and making good use of the or hotter. The water is heated therapy and physiotherapy fa- standards recognized by the largely by the Sabalan Moun- cilities, beautiful green area, tourism industry. tain which is one of Iran’s a big parking lot and sports highest mountain. shop in the complex, can be Laleh International Hotel - Sarein is also very fa- mentioned. Group remains beside you in mous for its honey, again like creating sweet memories and the soup, many of Serein’s Endeavors in obtaining unforgettable moments dur- shops sell honey which is guest satisfaction and their ing your trip produced locally by the Bee keepers of the area. - The native language of Sarein is the Azeri dialect, however Persian is under- stood and official language.

Sabalan Spa: This complex has two separate parts for men and women and has the approximate capacity of 600 persons in each working shift. It is one of the most unique hot mineral water hydrother- apy units of its kind in Asia, 12 Report Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 Gavmish Golly Thermal Spring

Parliament Speaker:

Iran Ready to Attract Foreign

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Parliament Speaker: Iran Ready to Attract Foreign Investments

(FNA) - Iranian Parliament Speaker Ali Larijani underlined Iran's readiness for accepting foreign investments after the nuclear agreement was signed between Tehran and the six world powers (the US, Russia, China, France, Britain and Germany) in July 2015.

"The grounds are prepared for foreign investment inside Iran following the nuclear agreement," Larijani said, addressing a joint meeting between Iranian parliament and government(FNA) officials - Iranian in TehranParliament on Sundayment,” Larijani evening. said, addressing the removal sanction imposed Speaker Ali Larijani underlined a joint meeting between Iranian against Iran, and said, “The is- The Iranian parliamentIran’s speaker, readiness meantime for accepting, called forparliament coordination and government between of -thesue is being followed up on by Iranian government andforeign the parliamentinvestments toafter pave the the ficials way for in such Tehran investment. on Sunday the senior officials, specially Larijani reiterated the neednuclear for agreement the othe wasr side's signed commitment evening. to the removal Iranian Foreign Minister Mo- sanction imposed againstbetween Iran ,Tehran and said, and "Thethe six issue Theis being Iranian followed parliament up speak on- byhammad Javad Zarif, but more the senior officials, specially Iranian Foreign Minister Mohammad Javad Zarif, world powers (the US, Russia, er, meantime, called for coor- effective measures maybe need- but more effective measures maybe needed to remove sanctions.” China, France, Britain and Ger- dination between the Iranian ed to remove sanctions.” In a relevant development on Saturday, President Rouhani underlined that the guidelines of Suprememany) Leader in July of the2015. Islamic Revolutiongovernment Ayatollah and the Seyed parliament Ali In a relevant development on Khamenei helped the country's negotiating team toto strike pave the a nuclearway for such agreement invest- Saturday, President Rouhani with the world powers back“The in grounds July 2015.are prepared for ment. underlined that the guidelines of foreign investment inside Iran Larijani reiterated the need for Supreme Leader of the Islamic following the nuclear13 agree- the other side’s commitment to Revolution Ayatollah Seyed Ali

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Khamenei helped the country’s US presidential candidates state part of their undertakings, while negotiating team to strike a nu- and threaten at present, then we we have done our part and shut clear agreement with the world will burn it,” Ayatollah Khame- down the 20-percent enrich- powers back in July 2015. nei warned during his remarks ment at Fordo (nuclear enrich- “If there were not the Supreme at a meeting with the heads of ment facility) and Arak (heavy Leader’s guidelines and resolute the three branches of power, water reactor).” supports my government and high-ranking officials and dif- He also warned that the hostil- negotiating team would have ferent government bodies and ities between Tehran and Wash- faced many problems in strik- armed forces on the occasion ington would not end as the US ing the JCPOA deal,” Presi- of the holy month of Ramadan is resolved to topple the Islamic dent Rouhani said in an Iftar here in Tehran. Republic. “It is wrong to assume (fast breaking meal) ceremony The Iranian leader’s warning that we can come along with the attended by senior officials in is deemed as a general message US, this is wrong and we can- charge of JCPOA implementa- to the political brass in Wash- not rely on illusions as their is- tion in Tehran. ington, but seems to be more sue is with the life and essence He said that the pre-JCPOA addressed to the US presiden- of the Islamic Republic and this era is bygone now and govern- tial candidate, Donald Trump. cannot be resolved through ne- ment and everyone should think The totally estrange presidential gotiations.” about that how they can make nominee has repeatedly warned Yet, Ayatollah Khamenei re- use of the atmosphere of post- that he would tear apart and dis- iterated that the arrogant party JCPOA in line with national in- card the nuclear deal with Iran seeking continued animosity is terests more than before. on day one of office if he is ever not Tehran, but Washington that President Rouhani underlined elected, while his Democrat ri- wants regime change in Iran. that the JCPOA was the cheap- val Hillary Clinton has said that “Some imagine that hostilities est way to achieve the objec- she would remain loyal to the are the result of our belligerence tives, and said, “There has been deal although she has vowed to towards the US; (then if that’s no way other than JCPOA to be tough on Iran. true) what has the Islamic Re- achieve such goals so quickly.” The Iranian leader further public done to France? Why did Ayatollah Khamenei warned blasted the US for hypocrisy in France play the bad cop in the the US presidential candidates return for Iran’s honesty, say- nuclear talks and why are the to watch their mouth when ing, “As regards the JCPOA, Netherlands and Canada show- speaking of the Vienna nuclear the opposite party has defied its ing enmity (towards Iran),” the deal, stressing that Tehran will duty that has been removing the Supreme Leader asked. also ditch the agreement if fu- sanctions, the problem with the The US has been lagging in ture White House leaders show banks has not yet been resolved, implementation of the last July disrespect and discard it. the oil tankers insurance is done nuclear deal with Iran. Months “We do not violate the JCPOA at a limited scope, the crude after the implementation of the (Joint Comprehensive Plan of revenues and our money that nuclear deal, Iran is complain- Action also known as the nucle- are in other countries are not ing that the US has not shown ar deal), but if the opposite party given back to us and the Ameri- its loyalty to the agreement in violates it and tears it apart as the cans have not fulfilled a major action. 14 Report Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57

Iran condemns US political abuse of banking system for pressure

(MNA) – Iran’s UN Ambassador Khoshroo has condemned recent US court ruling to seize assets of Iran as a clear example of abusing banking and financial networks for fake and unsubstantiated claims to pressure its nation.

Ambassador and Permanent Representative of the Islamic Republic of Iran to the United Nations Gholamali Khoshroo made the remarks in his statement before the General Assembly on Agenda item 117 on “The United Nations Global Counter-Terrorism Strategy” on Thursday.

Full text of his statement is as follows: Iran’s UN Ambassador Khoshroo has condemned recent US court ruling to seize assets of Iran as a clear example of abusing banking and financial networks for fake and unsubstantiated claims to pressure its In the Name of Allah, the Compassionate, the Merciful nation. Mr. President, Ambassador and Permanent Compassionate, the Merciful niversary of the adoption of Representative of the Islamic I wouldMr. President, like to begin by commendingthe CT Ambassadors strategy, and and since Permanent two Representatives of Iceland Republic of Iran to the United andI wouldArgentina like and to their begin colleagues by years for theago hard when work we of adoptedfacilitating the text of the fifth biennial Nations Gholamali Khoshroo commendingreview of the UnitedAmbassadors Nations Gl obalthe lastCounter-Terrorism review in 2014, Strategy. tens of made the remarks in his state- and Permanent Representa- thousands of innocent civilians ment before the General As- tivesAs we of convene Iceland todayand Argentina to commemorate including the 10thwomen anniversary and children of the adoption of the CT strategy, and since two years ago when we adopted the last review in 2014, tens of thousands of innocent sembly on Agenda item 117 on and their colleagues for the have fallen victim of terrorism civilians including women and children have fallen victim of terrorism worldwide. On the other “The United Nations Global hardhand, workthe number of facilitating of foreign the terro ristworldwide. fighters Onhas thecome other to thhand,e highest record number of 31,000 Counter-Terrorism Strategy”. textindividuals of the fifth that posebiennial a serious review threat the tonumber the in ternationalof foreign terroristand regional peace and security. There ofare the still United millions Nations of people Global living underfighters terrorists’ has come domination to the high in- Iraq and Syria. Terrorism is a Full text of his statement is as Counter-Terrorismmulti-dimensional issueStrategy. and it canest only record be defe numberated if ofa comprehensive31,000 plan in place is follows: implemented by various relevant individualsstakeholder inthat a coordinatedpose a seri manner.- There should also be certain level of cooperation among all actors genuinely committed to fight terrorism particularly As we convene today to ous threat to the international at the regional level. The strategy provides such common platform for cooperation. In the Name of Allah, the commemorate the 10th an- and regional peace and secu- Mr. President,

This year we have before us the Plan of Action presented by the Secretary-General, which is also in response to the request made through “the World against Violence and Violent Extremism” or “WAVE” resolution initially proposed by President Rouhani that was adopted by consensus on 18 December 2013. President Rouhani initiated this idea while foreseeing the process of radicalization of extremist elements in the region and beyond, leading to more violence and terrorism.

Violent extremism is the most critical challenge that the world is currently facing. It is evident that the Takfiri ideology, which has nothing to do with Islam, lies at very core of the predicament of our time. The international community needs, first and foremost, to focus on this vicious ideology that seek to instill hatred and anger in the hearts and minds of the youth everywhere in

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rity. There are still millions of with Islam, lies at very core of UN Plan of Action on prevent- people living under terrorists’ the predicament of our time. ing violent extremism. It is domination in Iraq and Syria. The international community imperative that Member States Terrorism is a multi-dimen- needs, first and foremost, to strive to also create their own sional issue and it can only be focus on this vicious ideology national plans dealing com- defeated if a comprehensive that seek to instill hatred and prehensively with all drivers plan in place is implemented anger in the hearts and minds leading to violent extremism by various relevant stakehold- of the youth everywhere in including through countering er in a coordinated manner. the world. Al-Qaeda and the extremist narratives that aim There should also be certain Taliban are the first so-called to incite mainly young indi- level of cooperation among all “achievement” of extrem- viduals to violence and terror- actors genuinely committed to ist ideology, and ISIS and al- ism. fight terrorism particularly at Nusra and its affiliates are the the regional level. The strat- latest. Mr. President, egy provides such common For decades a number of platform for cooperation. As the consequence of ex- root causes and factors have tremist ideologies held by Tak- led or contributed to the Mr. President, firi groups, thousands of indi- spread of terrorism. Unlaw- This year we have before us viduals from over a hundred ful use of force against other the Plan of Action presented countries have joined ISIS and States, foreign aggression and by the Secretary-General, Al-Qaeda and their affiliated occupation as well as foreign which is also in response to networks mainly in Syria and interference in internal affairs the request made through Iraq committing terrorist and of other States are among such “the World against Violence other heinous inhumane acts, causes and factors to name a and Violent Extremism” or threatening security, stability few. Moreover, excessive and “WAVE” resolution initially and well-being of the societies disproportionate use of mili- proposed by President Rou- where they operate. We could tary force in the name of coun- hani that was adopted by con- have avoided the current situ- tering terrorists creates fertile sensus on 18 December 2013. ation should we had addressed ground for vicious cycles of President Rouhani initiated this phenomenon apart from violence and terrorism. this idea while foreseeing the any political or short sighted process of radicalization of ex- considerations soon in ad- We are of the view that tremist elements in the region vance. countering terrorism should be and beyond, leading to more done in full conformity with violence and terrorism. That is why we should focus the United Nations Charter, on prevention and address the international law, international Violent extremism is the conditions conducive to vio- human rights and humanitari- most critical challenge that the lent extremism and terrorism an law. Use of force in combat- world is currently facing. It is and in this regard we welcome ing terrorism by outside forces evident that the Takfiri ideol- our debate this year on ad- without the explicit consent ogy, which has nothing to do dressing the provision of the of the state concerned would 16 Report Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57

constitute a flagrant violation The Islamic Republic of Iran cial networks for fake and un- of the principle of sovereignty has been the target of terror- substantiated claims to pres- and territorial integrity, which ist acts under different forms sure our nation. The Iranian in its turn would endanger rule and manifestations, includ- Government is committed to of law at the international lev- ing State sponsored terrorism use all possible means at its el. for the entire post-revolution disposal, including recourse era. We have a high regard for to the International Court of Iran opposes any attempt to the large number of Iranian Justice to recover its proper- equate the legitimate struggle victims of terrorism, almost ties illegally seized by the US of peoples under colonial or 17,000 individuals, affected authorities. alien domination and foreign by numerous terrorist attacks occupation, for self-determi- over the last 36 years. The We must recognize that se- nation and national liberation, Government has taken all pos- lective or double standards with terrorism. Such equation sible measures to address their and simply categorizing good is aimed at prolonging occupa- needs and concerns properly and bad terrorism based on tion of the territories and op- in close cooperation with the the short term political inter- pression of their people. The relevant civil society organi- ests would not help us to up- use of State power for sup- zations. root terrorism. Such wrong pression and violence against approaches could only under- peoples struggling in opposi- We strongly reject the unilat- mine international trust and tion to foreign occupation and eral preparation of lists accus- cooperation in countering in exercising their inalienable ing other States of so-called terrorism. The international right to self-determination “sponsoring terrorism” and community should have a uni- should continue to be con- any consequences thereof, fied approach in fighting this demned. My delegation rejects which is inconsistent with in- scourge in an indiscriminate accusations made by repre- ternational law and is merely manner. As we have success- sentative of the Israeli regime, exploited as a political tool to fully accomplished the fifth which itself was built on the advance other agendas and po- biennial review of the Strat- basis of intimidation, terror litical goals of enlisting gov- egy these days, we must care- and occupation. This regime ernments. Such unilateral acts fully follow national, regional is well known as the single including through misusing of and global plans to implement most significant practitioner judicial means, would not only the Strategy in a comprehen- of “state terrorism” responsi- violate certain principles of in- sive way, with the cooperation ble for many terrorist acts. Its ternational law but also under- of all, in a balanced manner, atrocities against Palestinian mine urgently required joint with sufficient attention to people over so many decades efforts by all States to counter the conditions conducive to have fueled extremism and terrorism. The recent political the spread of terrorism while other crises in our region and decision of the US courts to avoiding double standards and beyond. seize properties of the Central discrimination for better and Bank of Iran is a clear example lasting results. Mr. President, of abusing banking and finan- I thank you. high regard for the large number of Iranian victims of terrorism, almost 17,000 individuals, affected by numerous terrorist attacks over the last 36 years. The Government has taken all possible measures to address their needs and concerns properly in close cooperation with the relevant civil society organizations.

We strongly reject the unilateral preparation of lists accusing other States of so-called “sponsoring terrorism” and any consequences thereof, which is inconsistent with international law and is merely exploited as a political tool to advance other agendas and political goals of enlisting governments. Such unilateral acts including through misusing of judicial means, would not only violate certain principles of international law but also undermine urgently required joint efforts by all States to counter terrorism. The recent political decision of the US courts to seize properties of the Central Bank of Iran is a clear example of abusing banking and financial networks for fake and unsubstantiated claims to pressure our nation. The Iranian Government is committed to use all possible means at its disposal, including recourse to the International Court of Justice to recover itsIran’s properties illegally National seized by the US authorities.Botanical Garden We must recognize that selective or double standards and simply categorizing good and bad terrorism based on the short term political interests would not help us to uproot terrorism. Such wrong approaches could only undermine piece internat ofional trustheaven and cooperation on in countering earth terrorism. The international community should have a unified approach in fighting this scourge in an indiscriminate manner. As we have successfully accomplished the fifth biennial review of the Strategy these days, we must carefully follow national, regional and global plans to implement the Strategy in a comprehensive way, with the cooperation of all, in a balanced manner, with sufficient attention to the conditions conducive to the spread of terrorism while avoiding double standards and discrimination for better and lasting results.

I thank you.

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Iran's National Botanical Garden piece of heaven on earth

(MNA) – If you are a nature lover and like seeing the world's whole nature only in three hours, Iran's Nationa Botanical Garden is a must to see. If you are a nature lover is located by the side of a hectares. and like seeing the world’s 25highway between the capi- The Garden is home to whole nature only in three tal, Tehran, and the city of 3000 species of plants, hours, Iran’s Nationa Botan- Karaj. shrubs and trees. Through- ical Garden is a must to see. Although made around out a full visit around the ‘You can see all nature’s 40 years ago, the Garden wonderful garden you can variety here!’ This is what was open to public in recent see different species of guides of Botanical Garden years. plant.Gaillardia grandiflo- say to the astonished visi- The place is planned to be ra, Lonicera japonica, Gl- tors. the main center for horticul- editschia caspica, Fraxinus Founded in 1968, National ture and plant taxonomy in excelsior, Atriplex canes- Botanical Garden of Iran Iran with area of about 150 cens, Taxus baccata, Sorbus 18 Report Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57

terminal, Frangula alnus, On a weekend in April, I ers in various fields related Danae racemose, Quercus visited this park and truly it to natural resources and en- castaneifolia subsp undu- was the best time for visit- vironmental sciences in this lata, Zelkova carpinifolia, ing the big well maintained unrivaled complex and na- Tilia platypyillus, Ruscus garden with charming at- tional treasure of Iran’s Na- hyrcanus, Tussilago farfara, mosphere as well as calm- tional Garden, trying to take Urtica dioisa, Polystichum ing environment. care of the live and unique aculeatum, Cydonia oblon- In a three-hour tour inside museum of nature and at ga, Albizia julibrissin, Gl- the well-kept beautiful Bo- the same time make the stu- editschia caspica, to name a tanical Garden you can see dents and those interested few. many plants and species in nature and Botany more from parts of the world are familiar with the advantages The purpose of establish- brought up here in different of Iran’s plants. ing the Botanical Garden sections, including Aknorz, In fact, while the annual was to produce a collection Caspian as well as non-Ira- visit of the UK Royal Bo- of native and non-native nian parts like American, tanic Gardens, Kew, which plants outdoors or in green- Japanese, European, Hima- is the world’s second bo- houses. layan, and Caucasian parts. tanical garden, is close to The Garden plays an im- Still under construction, 2 million, the number of portant role in research field the garden contains an ar- people visiting the National of Botany or plant sciences, boretum, six lakes, hills to Botanical Garden of Iran in horticulture, public edu- represent the Alborz and Za- Tehran is only 50 thousand cation and making people gros mountains and Himala- each year. aware of the importance and yas, rock garden, a water- Worse, the garden every diversity of plants and the fall, a wetland, desert plants year faces with the night- need for their protection. areas, a salt lake and a wadi, mare of funding to pay for The Botanical Garden is a river about 1 km long, sys- treatment and maintenance also a resource bank to pro- tematic area, fruit garden, of thousands of plant spe- tect genetically the endan- picnic area with some pa- cies. gered species from extinc- vilions and other facilities. All these issues perhaps tion. The botanical and horticul- are rooted in the way the National Botanical Garden tural library has more than spectacular complex de- of Iran can help researchers 11,000 volumes. serves to be recognized to know about the country’s Thanks to the country’s re- the people and the whole plant species and determine search system, the beautiful world, the place that is the the scope of their distribu- place is considered without result of efforts and exper- tion through various scien- doubt one of the most im- tise of a group of the most tific methods. portant achievements in the elite researchers and experts Research on methods of field of natural resources. in the field of Botany, envi- breeding of worthy species Accordingly, Iran’s pow- ronmental design and relat- for protection is another is- erful research system has ed sciences to forestry and sue to be addressed in the brought together a collec- desert. Garden. tion of about 300 research- Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 Report 19

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Iran to defend holy shrines with all power

(MNA) – In a meeting of (MNA) – In a meeting of authorities authorities and Islamic coun- and Islamic countries’ ambassadors tries’ ambassadors with Lead- with Leader f Revolution, President er f Revolution, President Rouhani asserted that Islamic Rouhani asserted that Islamic Republic of Iran will defend holy Republic of Iran will defend shrines with all power. holy shrines with all power. “The Islamic Republic of “The Islamic Republic of Iran will not Iran will not turn a blind eye turn a blind eye to the issues around to the issues around the world the world and will not stand idly by; and will not stand idly by; we we help the oppressed and defend the help the oppressed and defend holy shrines, and are proud of this,” the holy shrines, and are proud said President Rouhani in meeting of of this,” said President Rou- authorities of the country and ambassadors of Islamic countries with hani in meeting of authorities who have been in state of neg- path of justice and the law, as Leader of the Islamic Revolution Ayatollah Khamenei. of the country and ambassa- ligence, that terror and terror- stressed by the Leader, with dors of Islamic countries with ism knows no certain bound- other two branches’ help”. “Unfortunately, we are facing killings and displacement in many Islamic countries,” said Leader of the Islamic Revolu- ary and nation and those who He also mentioned that President on Wednesday. “People in Iraq, Syria, Libya and other Islamic countries are mourning tion Ayatollah Khamenei. think fleetingly and wanted “government is carrying out the death of their beloved ones while they should enjoy Eid al-Fitr with smiling lips.” “Unfortunately, we are fac- to use some groups as means prompt measures and will ing killings and displacement should have understood that draft and submit a bill to the “Today it should have become clear for the heads of all Islamic countries, even those who have in many Islamic countries,” terrorism is a threat to the Parliament in this regard”. been in state of negligence, that terror and terrorism knows no certain boundary and nation and said President on Wednesday. whole Islamic world,” Rouha- “We will reform the admin- those who think fleetingly and wanted to use some groups as means should have understood that “People in Iraq, Syria, Libya ni asserted, expressing hope to istrative system with people terrorism is a threat to the whole Islamic world,” Rouhani asserted, expressing hope to see those and other Islamic countries are see those countries form a real and Leader’s support,” contin- countries form a real coalition to eradicate terrorism throughout the Islamic world. mourning the death of their be- coalition to eradicate terrorism ued President. loved ones while they should throughout the Islamic world. He also congratulated Eid al- Referring to unusual wages, the President said “government, along with the other two branches, enjoy Eid al-Fitr with smiling Referring to unusual wages, Fitr to all Muslims around the is determined to address the issue along the path of justice and the law, as stressed by the Leader, lips.” the President said “govern- world, ambassadors of Islamic with other two branches’ help”. “Today it should have be- ment, along with the other countries, especially the Ira- come clear for the heads of all two branches, is determined nian nation and the Leader or He also mentioned that “government is carrying out prompt measures and will draft and submit a Islamic countries, even those to address the issue along the Revolution. bill to the Parliament in this regard”.

“We will reform the administrative system with people and Leader’s support,” continued President.

He also congratulated Eid al-Fitr to all Muslims around the world, ambassadors of Islamic countries, especially the Iranian nation and the Leader or Revolution.

Iran to attend Caspian Sea littoral states meeting in Astana

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British Petroleum Discusses Developing Iranian Oilfields

Serious negotiations are be- pening the company’s office in long-awaited oil dues from ing held between the National Tehran, Javadi noted that BP is Rhum gas field in the North Iranian Oil Company and Brit- willing to reopen its office and Sea. ish Petroleum for injecting in- plans have been made to make vestment and developing some it happen in summer. Iran and the UK have been Iranian oilfields, the deputy oil cooperating in Rhum Gas minister and head of NIOC According to the official, Field in the North Sea since said . there have been great changes December 2005, when the in BP’s policies compared to field started pumping, until “The new round of talks re- the past as the oil giant’s of- the imposition of the US-en- volves around expanding oil- ficials have shown interest in gineered sanctions. It led to fields, implementing enhanced transferring state-of-the art a stoppage of gas production oil recovery methods in the knowhow to Iran. from the field in 2010. oilfields and conducting re- search and development initia- Confirming ongoing talks Rhum Gas Field, which cost tives,” Rokneddin Javadi was with several high-profile com- $565 million to develop, is also quoted as saying by Mehr panies, including BP, to sell shared equally by British Pe- News Agency. Iran’s crude, Mohsen Qam- troleum and Iran. sari, director of international Javadi noted that the oil gi- affairs at the National Iranian As part of efforts to put Brit- ant has shown interest in de- Oil Company said, “If talks ish companies back on Iran’s veloping a few oilfields in the with BP come to fruition, Iran business map, Lord Lamont, Persian Gulf state. will provide the much-needed who chairs the British-Iranian oil for one of BP’s refineries in Chamber of Commerce, dis- Underscoring the fact that South Africa.” cussed bilateral banking hur- NIOC has signed neither dles to facilitate the repayment memorandums of understand- According to Amirhossein of Iran’s blocked share from ing nor contracts with the Brit- Zamani-Nia, deputy for in- the gas field. ish enterprise, the official said, ternational affairs at the Oil “Reaching an agreement with Ministry, BP is looking for As a stepping stone to rekin- BP is not far-fetched if the investment opportunities and dle ties with the Middle East two sides follow their negotia- partnership in Iran’s oil and country, Royal Dutch Shell tions.” gas projects which explains cleared its outstanding €1.77 talks between NIOC and BP billion ($1.9 billion) debt to Asked about the time of reo- for settling Iran’s accumulated Iran for the crude oil it had sanctions, the guidelines count a few of Iran’s advantages such as its large population of highly educated young people. “EU trade with Iran currently stands at around $8 billion and is expected to quadruple in the next two years,” it states. The UK government sees oil and gas sector, airports, infrastructure and railroad as opportunities for British businesses in Iran. “The lifting of economic sanctions is expected to unlock significant spending on the oil and gas industry as well as other sectors of the economy, which would benefit from investment and access to new technology.” A noteworthy point mentioned in the guidelines, which incidentally receives Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 Report 21 special attention, is the official announcement that the British government has tasked UK Trade and Investment–based both in the UK and in the British boughtEmbassy but was in unable Tehran–to to pay engagetion is to witharrive local in Tehran businesses for na of to transportation,provide support railway and dueassistance to financial restrictions.“to help ensuretalks UK with business the Iranian benefitsofficials. fromand express opportunities trains, he said. as they Aarise”. Shell spokesperson said Iran’s Charge d’affaires Habibollahzadeh further in Ina statementpractical last terms, month the the mainMohammad task of Hassan UKTI Habibolhere is- tonoted provide that the export talks arefinance in first and companyinsurance is “interested for British in ex firms- lahzadeh that intend told IRNA to export that the to Iran.stage to get acquainted with ploringAs for the the role sizeShell ofcan the play cover, British however, official’s applications visit to Teh- projectsare sa idand to haveexploring to bethe in studiesdeveloping case-by-case Iran’s energy in rancooperation aims to promote with Iran’s coop- Ministrygrounds of for Economic mutual invest Affairs- potentialand Finance. within the bounda- eration in infrastructure fields ment. riesAccording of applicable to laws”. the British governmensuch as airportt, and UK aviation. Export FinanceHe said has that Britishalready Business been in London,contact April with 9,a numberIRNA – of exporters about businessMinister with Iran. Sajid Javid is slated BritishThat Minister a government of State at thedepartment The British has delegation been giv is alsoen theto onusvisit Tehran of providing in May to official help Departmentreassurance of Transport for UK Rob businesses- interested toto engageboost London- with Iranadvance is further economic proof cooperathat Britain- ertis Goodwill firm on heading taking a delegaadvantage- Tehran of cooperationIran’s new in opening.the are- tion.  Iran IranAir, BoeingAir, Boeing ink MoU ink MoUon sales on ofsales airliner of airliner by (MNA)representatives – An Mo of the for Ameri purchasing- canbrand-new company. airplanes was signed betweenOn the Iran basis Air ofand the Boeing agree - Aircraftment, upon manufacturing obtaining appropri company.- ate licenses by the two parties, Iran Air, branded as The Airline of a number of Boeing 737 Next the Islamic Republic of Iran, Generation aircraft as well as announced the news in a statement 300ER and 900 models of Boe- noting “following the implementationing 777 series will of be the purchased Joint Comprehensiveby The Airline Planeof the ofIslamic Action (JCPOA),Republic of several Iran in giantthe form aircraft of a manufacturersLease-Purchase took Contract. extensive (MNA) – An Mo for purchas- presence in the Iranian market Finalization of the accord and ing brand-new airplanes was which were accompanied with its implementation are subject signed between Iran Air and serious determination of the to receiving required licenses Boeing Aircraft manufacturing Minister of Roads 18and Urban from the Iranian and American company. Development Abbas Ahmad governments. Iran Air, branded as The Air- Akhundi for renovation of the line of the Islamic Republic of country’s ageing fleet.” In February, the American Iran, announced the news in company was granted approval a statement noting “following Meanwhile, Iran Air (known from the US government to ex- the implementation of the Joint as Homa) and Boeing reached plore resuming sales to Iran af- Comprehensive Plane of Action a Memorandum of Understand- ter US sanctions were partially (JCPOA), several giant aircraft ing on sales of airliners after lifted in January following a manufacturers took extensive several rounds of negotiations deal on Tehran’s nuclear pro- measures to establish an active during the visits to Tehran made gram. 22 Report Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57

CBI not to give away banking accounts info. to foreigners TEHRAN, Jul. 05 (MNA) – is restricted to combating mon- some restrictions on Tehran Governor of the Central Bank ey-laundering and terrorist fi- on June 24, welcoming “Iran’s of Iran (CBI) dismissed certain nancing, and Iran itself decides adoption of, and high-level po- assumptions that the CBI would what is defined as terrorism.” litical commitment to, an Action consign banking accounts and The Guardian Council has Plan to address its strategic (an- clients’ information to the intl. recently approved a bill on ti-money laundering and anti- money laundering body (FATF). combating terrorist financing terror financing) deficiencies.” Valiollah Serif stressed that in- in a bid to clear the path for Getting Iran off the FATF black- ternational banking transactions increasing Iran’s credit status. list will provide a good opportu- are not related to the JCPOA, Iran has voluntarily handed the nity for the country to normalize adding “unfortunately, certain anti-money laundering law to its banking industry. individuals hinder the correct the International Money Fund Meanwhile, the Organization implementation of measures by (IMF), which according to Dep- for Economic Co-operation and dispersing suspicions, particu- uty Governor of the CBI Ha- Development (OECD) in its larly in regard to the Financial mid Tehranfar “would alleviate latest report on countries’ risk Action Task Force (FATF).” many concerns of foreign banks index, reported Iran’s risk rat- Seif went on to clear the mis- for doing business with Iran.” ing with one step improvement conception that the Central The FATF (Financial Action from 7 to 6. The countries’ risk Bank of Iran would give away Task Force), an international rating determines investment at- banking accounts and clients’ group that monitors money traction limit, the cost of credit information to the FATF, saying laundering worldwide, called insurance and foreign financing. “our agreement with the FATF for a one-year suspension of

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Lastic Sazi Gilan Co.: Producing Rubber, M.D.: K Consultancy Co.: Development Business Ser- Naser Nabipour Jafarabad, Address: postal Code: vices, M.D.: Valerie Dimier Vallet, Address: third 1533955611, Third Flour, No. 13, Davazdahom Floor, No. 10, Shengerf Alley, Mirdamad St., Alley, Eshghyar St., Apadana St., Tehran, Tel: Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 22227617, Fax: + 98 (21) + 98 (21) 88520917, Fax: + 98 (21) 88520915, 22275912, Email: [email protected] . Email: [email protected] . Darman Yab Darou Co.: Medicines and medical Karian Hamrah Co.: Cellphone, M.D.: Ali Ash- equipment, M.D.: Seyed Mostafa Hosseini, Ad- ghar Kaviani, Address: Postal Code: 1433885146, dress: Postal Code: 1437634561, No. 36, Azade- No. 2209, Opposite Simorgh Hotel, Upper than gan Intersection, Bistom St., ordestan St., Tehran, Beheshti St., Vali-e-Asr St., Tehran, Tel: + 98 Tel: + 98 (21) 87174, Fax: + 98 (21) 88355903, (21) 2323, Fax: + 98 (21) 88710068, Email: Email: [email protected] . [email protected] . Pishro Mobtakeran Chista Co.: Host of special- Matmaa Co.: Mineral Industries, M.D.: Sadjad ized and international exhibitions and confer- Ghoroghi, Address: Postal Code: 19575651, No. ences, M.D.: Vahid Tayebinejad, Address: Postal 19, Eighth Kouhestan, Dibaji Jonoubi, Farmani- Code: 1913834417, first floor, No. 8, in the corner yeh, Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 26119280-3, Fax: + 98 of Haghighi Alley, north Sima St., Yazdanpanah (21) 22286188, Email: [email protected] . St., Shariati St., Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 22924526- 31, Fax: + 98 (21) 22910284, Email: vahid_man- Toseeh Bazargani Akhavan Jam Co.: Kitchen ap- [email protected] . pliance manufacturer, M.D.: Mohsen Akhavan Jam, Address: Postal Code: 1658988411, No. 11, Makhzan Foulad Rafe Ind. Production: Host of West Yekom St., Abali Road, Tehran, Tel: + 98 specialized and international exhibitions and con- (21) 77337273, Fax: + 98 (21) 77335283, Email: ferences, M.D.: Ali Asghar Rahmani, Address: [email protected] . Makhzan Foulad Rafe Ind. Production, Laleh Ye- kom, Tashbandan Industrial City, Mahmoudabad, Iman Sun Ltd. Co.: Oil, Gas, Petrochemical Mazandaran, Tel: + 98 (11) 44782164-8, Fax: + Equipment, M.D.: mohammad Jafar Imanbeigi, 98 (11) 44782164-8, Email: daboosanat.tolid@ Address: 27, Old Gloucester St., London, WC1 N yahoo.com . 3 AX, United Kingdom, Tel: + 44 (203) 8070138, Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57 Short News 27

Ebdagaran Tejarat & Sanaat Co.: Petrochemi- cal, M.D.: Nahid Salehi, Address: Postal Code: Imer Consulting Engineers Co.: Engineering 1667846111, First Floor, No. 40, No. 40, Ghiasi consultant, M.D.: Babak Tahmasebi, Address: St., Zabeti St., Mousavi St., Heravi Square, Teh- Postal Code: 14337894651, No. 1107, 11th Floor, ran, Tel: + 98 (21) 22973890, Fax: + 98 (21) Sarv-e-Saee Tower, Mostoufi St., Vali-e-Asr St., 22974367, Email: [email protected] Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 88714933, Fax: + 98 (21) . 88710551, Email: [email protected] .

Arsham Parseh Anahita Co.: Trading, M.D.: Behsa Pharmaceutical Co.: Pharmacy, M.D.: Gita Amirhossein Jaberansari, Address: Postal Code: Sheikholeslami Borghani, Address: Postal Code: 1917643346, F;at No. 1301, 13 Floor, Anahita 1467753373, No. 27, 10th St., Zarafsgab Ave., Building, upeer than Mirdamad Bridge, Afrca St., Phase 4, Shahrak Gharb, Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 88881545, Fax: + 98 (21) 88370371, Fax: + 98 (21) 880718196, Email: pro- 88195817, Email: [email protected] . [email protected] .

Hamrah Service Khavarmiyaneh Co.: Mobile and Pak Dairy Co.: Dairy Products, M.D.: Alireza Sa- Tablet Services, M.D.: Alireza Shafiepour Mot- jadi Manizani, Address: Postal Code: 13865364, lagh, Address: Postal Code: 1567719911, No. 85, Shir Pastorizeh Square, Kiloometer 3 of Fath Sohrevardi Intersection, Motahari St., Tehran, Tel: Highway, Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 60941, Fax: + 98 + 98 (21) 88662888, Fax: + 98 (21) 88663769, (21) 66809535, Email: [email protected] . Email: [email protected] .

Zamyad Co.: Producing light and heavy vehicles, M.D.: Fereidoun Hamidi, Address: Postal Code: Individual Members: 1386183741, Zamyad Co. 15 kiloometer of karaj road, Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 44922911-20, Fax: + Naeim Alinaghi: Flat No. 4, No. 270, Address: 98 (21) 44922012, Email: [email protected] . Motahari St., Tehran, Tel: +98 (21) 88329345 – 88329346.

Jam Mokriyan Boukan Co.: Trading, M.D.: Seyed Hadi Ladi Seyedian: Trading, Address: Jamshid Ilkhanizadeh, Address: Postal Code: P.O. Box: 513854154, 9 Kilometer of Tabriz- 5951874816, Third Floor, Saya Building, Ostad Tehran Road, Tel: +98 (413) 6377213, Fax: +98 Himen St., West Boukan, Tel: + 98 (44) 46241096, (413)6373863. Fax: + 98 (44) 46263864. Mohsen Toorani Heyrat: Producing of iron and Liyan System Pars Co.: Medical Equipment, steel products, Address: flat No.6, third floor, M.D.: Mohammad Hossein Akbarzadeh Saee- No. 120, Motahari St., Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) di, Address: Postal Code: 1593719125, Flat 88846635-6, Fax: + 98 (21) 88301131, Email: No. 2, No. 25, Farhang Hosseini St.,Upper than [email protected] . Taleghani St., Vali-e-Asr St., Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 86035598, Fax: + 98 (21) 89774646, Email: Zahra Gholami Moghadam: Services, Address: [email protected] . flat No. 7, No. 8, Saeidi, Jordan St., Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 22054673, Fax: + 98 (21) 26205660, Arman Iranian Legal and Economic Institute: Le- Email: [email protected] . gal and Economic Institute, M.D.: Jahanbakhsh Nouraei, Address: Postal Code: 1436754684, Flat Zolfaghar Ali Jafari Naeimi: Pharmacy, Address: No. 11, First Floor, No. 402, in the corner of 50 St., Postal Code: 1467753373, No. 27, 10th St., Zaraf- Yousef Abad, Tehran, Tel: + 98 (21) 88626514, shan Ave., Phase 4, Shahrak Gharb, Tehran, Tel: Fax: + 98 (21) 88045316, Email: info@armanira- + 98 (21) 88370371, Fax: + 98 (21) 880718196, niam.com . Email: [email protected] . 28 Statistical Report Irano-British Quarterly Magazine No.57

Key Economic Indicators

Population and Labor Force (1394) External Sector (million US$) (1394, nine months)

Population 78.8 million Current Account Balance 9,953

Urban 57.3 million Trade Balance (goods account) 11,801 1 Rural 21.4 million Exports (FOB) 50,384

Population Growth 1.2 percent Imports (FOB) 38,583

Population Density 47.8 per sq km Total External Debt (end of period) 5,675

Active Population (1394, Q3) 24.7 million Exchange Rate (US$/IRR) Unemployment Rate (1394, Q3) 10.7 percent Interbank Market (average) Rls. 29,386

Urban 11.7 percent

Rural 8.1 percent

Male 9.0 percent Monetary Sector (growth rate, percent) Female 18.9 percent (Azar 1394 compared with Esfand 1393)

15-29 years old 22.7 percent Liquidity (M2) 18.3

15-24 years old 25.4 percent Money (M1) -4.1 Source: Statistical Center of Iran (SCI). Quasi-money 22.3 1 Includes non-resident population. Non-public Sector Deposits 19.8

Real Sector (1393) GDP Growth (1383=100)

Oil 3.0 percent Government Fiscal Position (trillion Rls.) (1394, Q3)

Non-oil 2.8 percent Revenues 242.5

Performance of 1393 (current prices; billion Rls.) Expenses 358.5 GDP (at basic price) 10,807,477 Disposal of Non-financial Assets 173.9 Gross Fixed Capital Formation 2,886,932 Acquisition of Non-financial Assets 77.5 Private Consumption Expenditures 5,586,451

Public Consumption Expenditures 1,181,023 Net Lending / Borrowing 23.0

Changes in Consumer Price Index (CPI) of Goods and Services

(1390=100) Tehran Stock Exchange (1394, Q3)

Twelve months ending Azar 1394 compared Tehran Stock Exchange Price Index (TEPIX) with same period previous year (end of period) 61,518.5 (inflation rate) 13.7 percent

Azar 1394 compared with previous month 1.3 percent Value of Shares and Rights Traded Rls. 46.9 trillion Azar 1394 compared with same month

previous year 9.4 percent Number of Shares and Rights Traded 26.5 billion

CBI Source: CBI Economic Trends 1 1394, Q3