Enhanced co-op in int'l arena

As active members of the 77 Group, Non-Aligned Movement and other international organizations, Iran and China have engaged in much consultation and cooperation on several international issues.

Energy industry an economic pillar in Iran

Today, Iran is located at the heart of the world energy resources and reserves in the Caspian Sea and the Persian Gulf.

Perspective of economy in Iran

Free trade-economic zones
The free zones and special economic zones are to function as a "pilot experiment" in order to be adopted for the national economy and particularly in connection with global economy.

Iran's economy at a glance

About 10 percent of the land in Iran is arable; agriculture employs a third of the labor force.

A land of ancient and rich culture

Iran is a land of ancient and rich culture - its numerous historical monuments standing testimony to the country's high cultural standards and national originality.

Iran-China cultural relations flourish

Iran and China have many things in common and the two nations are very close culturally. Two of the world's oldest civilizations, they were connected by the ancient Silk Road.

Iranian women find place in the sun

After the landmark year of 1997, women in Iran began to play a bigger role in society. They are active in science, art, film, sports, and also in politics.

Reaching out across the old Silk Road

Iran is an ancient country that has spawned numerous cultures, and where different cultures and religions thrive alongside each other.

Artistic splendor

Handicrafts
Iranian handicrafts represent a native and independent industry as well as the most important applied art of the country.

Sino-Indian Special

Indian PM's visit a milestone in ties

Indian Prime Minister Manmohan Singh's visit to China is a "milestone" in bilateral relations that will strengthen the two neighbors' strategic partnership and promote their cooperation in the global arena, India's ambassador to China said.

Official statement from Indian Ministry of External Affairs

At the invitation of His Excellency Mr. Wen Jiabao, Premier of the State Council of the People's Republic of China, Prime Minister Dr. Manmohan Singh is paying an official visit to the People's Republic of China from 13 to 15 January 2008.