Fereydoun Khavand
economist and professor
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View Timeline →Special Court for Economic Offenders; 'Hitting Water in a Mortar or a Definitive Cure?'
A new branch of the Revolutionary Court will handle economic offenders following a request from judiciary head Sadegh Amoli Larijani to Ayatollah Khamenei. Experts express…
Excessive Political Interference in Turkey's Economy
Turkey is facing an unprecedented economic crisis exacerbated by political tensions with the U.S., particularly following the arrest of an American pastor. Rising inflation, unemployment,…
Iranian Police Announce Seizure of Hundreds of Millions of Dollars and Euros in 'Smuggled Currency'
Iranian police have seized significant amounts of smuggled currency following a government crackdown on unauthorized currency exchanges. The government's recent policies, including a fixed exchange…
Iran's Government Changes Reporting Currency from Dollar to Euro
Iran's government has shifted its reporting currency from the U.S. dollar to the euro amid an ongoing currency crisis. Supreme Leader Khamenei has blamed foreign…
Iran's Central Bank Stops Currency Injection to Exchange Offices
The Central Bank of Iran has halted the injection of currency into exchange offices, prohibiting direct currency sales by them. This move comes amid rising…
Recent Statements by Iranian Officials Regarding the Causes of the Currency Crisis; New Guidelines Issued
Iranian officials, including President Hassan Rouhani, have issued new guidelines to address the currency crisis, attributing its causes to both economic and non-economic factors, including…
Makarim Shirazi Calls for Execution of 'Key Currency Brokers'
Ayatollah Makarim Shirazi has called for the execution of key currency brokers following the announcement of a new single exchange rate policy in Iran. The…
Ishaq Jahangiri Announced the Single Exchange Rate for Dollar; "4200 Tomans from Tuesday"
Ishaq Jahangiri announced a fixed dollar exchange rate of 4200 tomans starting Tuesday, following a currency crisis that saw the dollar price rise to six…
Blocking 1300 Bank Accounts Related to 'Disruption in the Currency Market'
The Tehran Prosecutor's Office has blocked 1,300 bank accounts linked to currency market disruptors and arrested 27 individuals amid rising currency prices. Analysts express skepticism…
27 Arrested in Connection with Recent Currency Market Fluctuations
The Iranian government has arrested 27 individuals in connection with the recent surge in currency prices, as members of parliament demand accountability for those profiting…
Central Bank Intervention to Control Currency Market
The Central Bank of Iran is implementing measures to stabilize the currency market amid significant fluctuations in the value of the dollar, which has recently…
Rouhani: Only Managers with 100% Hope for the Future Should Remain in Government
Iranian President Hassan Rouhani emphasized that only optimistic managers should remain in his government, criticizing media for spreading despair amid widespread public dissatisfaction. Despite reported…
Dollar Reaches 4700 Tomans
The price of the dollar in Iran has surged to 4700 tomans, the highest rate in 2017, following market turmoil and protests. The Central Bank's…
Indian and Russian Officials Discuss North-South Corridor
The foreign ministers of India, Russia, and China will meet to discuss the North-South Transport Corridor and regional issues, including Afghanistan and the Middle East.…
Head of the Court of Audit: Lack of Transparency is Iran's Budget Black Hole
Adel Azar, head of Iran's Court of Audit, criticized the lack of transparency and discipline in the country's budget, highlighting a negative operational balance and…
Economic Questions and Answers
The article discusses the economic challenges faced by Iran following Hassan Rouhani's presidency and the JCPOA agreement, highlighting the stagnation in economic reforms during his…
Central Bank's Guidelines on Utilizing Foreign Currency Facilities
The Central Bank of Iran issued a guideline to optimize the use of foreign financial resources, emphasizing legal compliance and project viability. Economic expert Fereydoun…
The Arrangement of Economic Ministers in the New Cabinet and Its Impact on Iran's Economic Outlook
The Iranian parliament approved 16 out of 17 proposed ministers by President Hassan Rouhani, with significant changes in the economic cabinet. Key figures like Masoud…
Rouhani's Program Release: "Mossadegh is Still Respected and Khatami is Influential"
Hassan Rouhani released his detailed program for the upcoming presidential election, emphasizing the respect for historical figures like Mossadegh and the influence of Khatami. He…
The Shadow of the JCPOA over Elections
The article discusses the impact of the JCPOA on the upcoming Iranian elections, noting that candidates are less likely to mention it. It raises questions…