October 2026
Is Internet in Iran Affordable?
Iranian internet operators' requests for higher tariffs were initially denied, but a 40% increase was implemented in November. This situation highlights the disparity between tariff…
Eighty-Fourth Coordination Meeting of Government Information Bodies
The eighty-fourth coordination meeting of government information bodies took place, hosted by the Ministry of Oil. This meeting is significant as it involves key government…
Increasing Resilience of the Oil Industry Against Threats by Strengthening Passive Defense
The caretaker of the Ministry of Oil highlighted the importance of strengthening the oil industry's resilience against threats, drawing lessons from past wars. This focus…
New Oil Industry Decisions Aimed at Strengthening Employee Motivation, Supporting Production, and Enhancing Productivity
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has approved new decisions to improve employee welfare and motivation while enhancing productivity in the oil sector. This initiative highlights…
Digital Transformation Documents of the Ministries of Oil and Foreign Affairs Approved
The digital transformation documents for Iran's Ministries of Oil and Foreign Affairs have been approved, indicating a significant step towards enhancing digital governance. This decision…
Ministry of Oil Achieves First Place in Implementing the Law on Access to Information
The Ministry of Oil and its subsidiaries have been recognized for their performance in transparency and access to information. This ranking highlights the ministry's commitment…
Iran's Acting Oil Minister Advocates for Trilateral Energy Cooperation and Gas Swap with Russia via Azerbaijan
Hamid Bovard, the acting oil minister of Iran, participated in the 28th Ministerial Meeting of the Gas Exporting Countries Forum in Moscow, engaging in discussions…
Iran Imposes Ban on Registration of 24 Flagship Smartphones, Including iPhone 18 and Galaxy S27
Iran has imposed a ban on the registration of 24 flagship smartphones, including the iPhone 18 and Galaxy S27. This decision affects both consumers and…
41% Decrease in Traffic in One Week
There has been a significant 41% decrease in internet traffic in Iran over the past week, leading to widespread complaints from users. The Minister of…
Criticism from the Spokesman of the Judicial Commission of Parliament on Internet Price Hikes; Government and Minister of Communications Must Be Accountable
The spokesman of the Judicial Commission criticized the rising internet prices in Iran, calling for accountability from the government and the Minister of Communications. This…
Energy Cooperation Development on the Agenda of the Ministry of Oil
Hamid Bourd, the caretaker of Iran's Ministry of Oil, is in Moscow for the GECF meetings where he emphasized the importance of expanding energy cooperation,…
Iran's Gas Consultations with GECF Members in Moscow
Hamid Bord, head of Iran's Ministry of Oil, is traveling to Moscow for the GECF summit to discuss energy cooperation and gas market development with…
Part of the Damaged Gas Facilities Have Returned to Production
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has successfully repaired some gas facilities that were damaged during the war, allowing them to resume production. This development highlights…
GECF Ministerial Meeting: An Opportunity to Expand Cooperation
The GECF ministerial meeting is set to take place, allowing Iran to express its perspectives on geopolitical changes and the natural gas market. This meeting…
Achievement of Daily Extraction of 70,000 Barrels from Iran's Emergency Oil Production Increase Plan
Iran has made progress in its emergency plan to boost oil production by 250,000 barrels per day, achieving a daily extraction of 70,000 barrels so…
Two Important Preconditions for Winter Preparedness in the Electricity Industry
The CEO of Tavanir highlighted the need for the electricity industry to be fully prepared for winter, focusing on fuel reserves and inter-ministerial coordination. This…
Anarki: The Minister of Oil Must Have a Plan to Increase Foreign Revenues and Remove Production Barriers
A member of the Iranian Parliament's Economic Commission stressed the importance of appointing an oil minister with economic expertise. This is crucial for transforming the…
The Necessity of Developing Specialized and Technology-Based Training in the HSE Sector
The Director General of HSE at the Ministry of Oil highlighted the need for ongoing training to improve employee awareness and eliminate operational incidents. This…
Support of 2,700 Billion Tomans for Domestic Platforms/We Should Not Fall Behind in the Technological World
The Iranian Minister of Communications announced a significant financial support of 2,700 billion tomans for domestic messaging platforms and the Shad system. This initiative aims…
Call for Submissions on Administrative Health Published
The Iranian Ministry of Oil is inviting submissions of articles and successful experiences related to administrative health. This initiative aims to promote best practices and…
Signing Ceremony of the Commitment Document for 'Mehrbano, Energy Ambassadors' for Optimal Gas Consumption
A commitment document for the 'Mehrbano, Energy Ambassadors' campaign was signed to promote energy efficiency in Iran. Senior officials from the Ministry of Oil and…
The Commitment Document of the 'Mehrbano, Energy Ambassadors' Campaign Was Signed
The 'Mehrbano, Energy Ambassadors' campaign has launched a commitment document to promote efficient natural gas consumption in Iran. Key figures from the National Iranian Gas…
7,000 Steps for the Health of Women in the Ministry of Oil on Car-Free Day
Women employees at the Ministry of Oil are taking part in a health initiative on Car-Free Day to encourage physical activity and raise awareness about…
South Pars; Reconstruction for Winter
The Iranian government is focusing on the reconstruction of damaged facilities in the South Pars gas field to ensure a stable gas supply for winter.…
Meeting of the Deputy Ministers Council of the Ministry of Oil
The Deputy Ministers Council of the Ministry of Oil met to discuss key issues including the follow-up on recent resolutions and the reconstruction of damaged…
Meeting of the Deputy Council Focused on Reviewing Decisions from Recent Trip of the Oil Minister
The Deputy Council of the Ministry of Oil convened to discuss the outcomes of the Oil Minister's recent visit to the Pars Energy Special Economic…
Academic Research in the Oil Industry Must Lead to Economic Value Creation
The Iranian Ministry of Oil is urging universities to conduct applied research that aligns with modern technologies to enhance data governance and economic value in…
Our Red Line is Consumer Rights and User Demands
The Deputy Minister of Communications has highlighted the ministry's commitment to engaging with license holders while prioritizing consumer rights and user demands. This stance reflects…
Information Exchange Center of the Ministry of Oil to be Established
The Ministry of Oil is moving forward with the establishment of an Information Exchange Center to enhance data exchange capabilities within the oil sector. This…
Financing for the Reconstruction of South Pars Refineries to be Facilitated
The CEO of Bank Tejarat has reported on efforts to overcome financial hurdles and expedite payments to contractors for the reconstruction of South Pars refineries.…
Oil Industry on the Path to Leading Data Governance and Artificial Intelligence
The second national conference on data governance and artificial intelligence took place with the support of Iran's Ministry of Oil. The event aimed to facilitate…
Government and Parliament Collaborate for a Smooth Transition Through Winter
The Iranian government and parliament are collaborating to ensure a stable energy supply during the winter months. This cooperation is crucial for maintaining energy security…
The Efforts of Oil Ministry Nurses in Maintaining the Health of Employees and Their Families Deserve Appreciation
The Deputy Minister of Oil praised nurses in Iran, particularly those in the Oil Ministry, in a message celebrating Nurse Day. This recognition highlights the…
The Reconstruction of South Pars Refineries Accelerates with Financial Support
The CEO of Exir Sanat highlighted the positive influence of the caretaker Minister of Oil on the reconstruction of South Pars refineries, emphasizing that financial…
Oil Industry Nurses: The Backbone of the Health of the Large Family of the Energy Sector
The head of Iran's Ministry of Oil extended congratulations on the occasion of Hazrat Zainab's birthday and Nurse's Day. This highlights the importance of nurses…
Important Announcement from the Minister of Communications Regarding Lifting of Filters
The Minister of Communications has made a significant announcement about the potential lifting of restrictions on various online platforms. This development involves government actions that…
Reconstruction of Damaged Refinery Continues with Support from the Ministry of Oil
The reconstruction of a damaged refinery is actively ongoing, supported by the Ministry of Oil. The involvement of the ministry's caretaker is expected to help…
Nationwide Mobilization for Energy Supply in Winter
The head of Iran's Ministry of Oil announced efforts to restore damaged refineries in South Pars and emphasized the mobilization of the oil industry to…
Assessment Meeting on the Reconstruction Process of South Pars Refineries 3 and 5
Hamid Bord, head of the Ministry of Oil, conducted meetings to assess the reconstruction of South Pars Refineries 3 and 5. The discussions involved contractors,…
Financing the Reconstruction of Oil Industry Facilities Will Be Facilitated Through Collaboration with Banks
The head of Iran's Ministry of Oil is urging collaboration with banks to finance the reconstruction of oil facilities damaged in the Iran-Iraq War. This…
Part of Contractors' Claims for Oil Projects Will Be Paid
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has announced that some financial claims from contractors for oil projects, particularly in South Pars, will be settled today by…
Mobilization of the Oil Industry for Sustainable Energy Supply in Winter
The caretaker of the Ministry of Oil reported on the satisfactory progress in rebuilding damaged refineries and emphasized the mobilization of the oil industry to…
Parliament Appreciates Oil Ministry's Efforts for Sustainable Gas Supply
The head of the Energy Commission has acknowledged the Oil Ministry's work in securing gas supplies as winter approaches. This recognition highlights the importance of…
Conference of the National Headquarters for the Development and Reconstruction of Holy Shrines
A meeting was held by the National Headquarters for the Development and Reconstruction of Holy Shrines, hosted by the Ministry of Oil, to enhance collaboration…
The Role of the Oil Industry in the Reconstruction of Holy Shrines
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has exceeded its commitments in supporting pilgrims during the Arbaeen pilgrimage, especially in fuel supply and transportation. This highlights the…
Participation of Oil Industry Employees in the Reconstruction of Holy Shrines
Employees of Iran's oil industry are actively participating in voluntary contributions for the reconstruction of holy shrines. This initiative reflects a strong community spirit among…
Meeting of Officials from the National Headquarters for the Development and Reconstruction of Holy Shrines
A meeting was held to enhance collaboration among various executive bodies in Iran, focusing on the development and reconstruction of holy shrines. The Ministry of…
Second National Conference on Data Governance and Artificial Intelligence
The second national conference on data governance and artificial intelligence took place in Tehran, featuring Pejman Omid-Moghaddami from the Ministry of Oil. This event highlights…
Major Repairs at South Pars Completed/ Reconstruction Efforts Accelerated
The head of Iran's Ministry of Oil announced the completion of significant repairs at the South Pars gas field, with ongoing reconstruction and development projects…
Acceleration in the Reconstruction of South Pars Units for Sustainable Gas Supply in Winter
The head of Iran's Ministry of Oil announced that reconstruction and development projects at South Pars refineries are progressing rapidly to ensure a stable gas…
Head of the Ministry of Oil Visits the Pars Energy Special Economic Zone
Hamid Bord, newly appointed head of the Ministry of Oil, is conducting his first operational visit to assess reconstruction efforts in the Pars Energy Special…
Caretaker of the Ministry of Oil Arrives in Assaluyeh
Hamid Bourd, the caretaker of Iran's Ministry of Oil, has arrived in Assaluyeh to evaluate the condition of local refineries and petrochemical facilities, particularly those…
Economic Value Creation in the Oil Industry Increases with Data Governance
The Iranian Ministry of Oil is advocating for a shift from traditional reporting methods to data governance and AI to enhance economic value in the…
Meeting of HSE and Civil Defense Heads in the Gas Industry
A meeting took place involving key figures in Iran's gas industry to discuss health, safety, and civil defense measures. Saeed Tavakoli and Shahram Ahmadi were…
Defining Professional Qualifications for HSE Managers is a Priority
The Iranian Ministry of Oil is prioritizing the restructuring of human resources and the establishment of professional qualifications for HSE managers to reduce workplace accidents.…
Connection of Sajadiyeh Village in Deyr to the National Information Network
The Sajadiyeh Village in Deyr County has been connected to the National Information Network with a significant investment of 150 billion rials. This project is…
Migration to Fiber Optics Without Cost/ Century-Old Infrastructure Cannot Meet Today's Needs
The head of the Regulatory Authority announced significant progress in fiber optic network development in Iran, with over two million connections established. The Ministry of…
The 'Car-Free Day' Initiative Will Be Implemented on Tuesdays
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has shifted the 'Car-Free Day' initiative from Saturdays to Tuesdays to promote fuel conservation. This change affects companies and units…
Data Governance Platform for the Oil Industry to be Unveiled by the End of This Year
The Iranian Ministry of Oil is developing a dedicated data governance platform, with the first phase expected to be unveiled by the end of the…
The Ministry of Oil has made positive efforts in the reconstruction of oil facilities
A member of the Iranian parliament's Energy Commission praised the Ministry of Oil for its significant efforts in various areas, particularly in the reconstruction of…
Petrochemicals on the Path to Reconstruction and Production Boom
The Iranian Ministry of Oil held a meeting with the National Petrochemical Company to discuss sustainable feedstock supply and the reconstruction of damaged units to…
Is There a Possibility of Internet Disruption in Case of Renewed War? / Explanations from the Deputy Minister of Communications
The Deputy Minister of Communications indicated that internet services might be disrupted if war or unrest occurs again in Iran. This statement raises concerns about…
Public Participation Becomes a Key Element in Environmental Assessment of Oil Projects
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has introduced new guidelines requiring public participation in the environmental assessments of oil projects. This initiative aims to enhance transparency…
The Ministry of Oil Should Prioritize Maintaining Production and Energy Supply
A member of the Iranian parliament emphasizes the need for the Ministry of Oil to focus on stabilizing production and ensuring energy supply amidst current…
Iran's Acting Oil Minister Highlights Commitment to Accelerated Oil Production and Sales Policies
Hamid Bovard, the Acting Minister of Oil, emphasized the continuation and acceleration of Iran's oil production and development programs during his introduction ceremony. This commitment…
Production and Development of the Oil Industry Accelerates with Government Support
Hamid Bord has been appointed as the head of the Ministry of Oil, emphasizing the government's commitment to enhancing oil production and development projects. This…
The Perspective of Oil Ministry Employees is National
Hamid Bord, head of the Ministry of Oil, affirmed the commitment of the ministry to continue its activities vigorously and highlighted the national perspective of…
The Stability of the Gas Network Requires Complete Coordination of the Chain
The head of Iran's Ministry of Oil emphasized the need for full coordination in the gas supply chain to ensure energy stability during the winter…
Matters Related to Trusties Fall Under the Central Bank
Hamid Bourd, the caretaker of the Ministry of Oil, clarified that the responsibility for trusties, which involves banking operations related to oil export revenues, lies…
The Ministry of Oil Must Lead the Development and Technological Leap in the Country
The First Vice President of Iran has called for the Ministry of Oil to take a leading role in both national development and technological innovation.…
Oil Industry Development Programs Pursued with Greater Speed
Hamid Bord, the head of Iran's Ministry of Oil, announced that the country's oil industry development programs are being executed more rapidly and accurately. This…
Collaboration between Government and Oil Industry is Essential to Overcome Difficult Conditions
The caretaker of Iran's Ministry of Oil has highlighted the importance of government and oil industry collaboration to overcome current challenges. This cooperation is seen…
Issuance of Permits for Flare Gas Collection Projects Reached 20 Days
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has expedited the environmental permit process for six projects aimed at collecting and recovering flare gas, completing it in under…
Official Social Media Accounts of the Acting Minister of Oil Announced
Hamid Bord's official social media accounts have been made public. This announcement is significant as it establishes a direct communication channel between the acting minister…
We Will Turn Iran into a Large Construction Workshop
The caretaker of the Ministry of Oil has called for increased efforts to boost oil production and develop the industry amidst current challenges. This initiative…
We Must Strive with a National Perspective for the Glory of the Country
Hamid Bord, the head of the Ministry of Oil, emphasizes the need for national unity to address the current challenges facing Iran. He calls for…
Energy Consumption Management and Savings as a Path to Overcoming Imbalance
A member of Iran's Energy Commission emphasizes the need for collaboration between the Oil and Power ministries to manage energy consumption and savings. This is…
The Story of Hamid Bord's 40-Year Activity in the Oil Industry
Hamid Bord has been appointed as the head of the Ministry of Oil in Iran after nearly 40 years of experience in the oil industry.…
Meeting of the Deputy Ministers Council of the Ministry of Oil
A meeting of the Deputy Ministers Council of the Ministry of Oil took place today, led by Hamid Bord. This meeting is significant as it…
Production and Development Programs in the Oil Industry Continue Strongly
The caretaker of the Ministry of Oil announced that oil production and development programs are being implemented effectively through cooperation and unity. This is significant…
Guidelines for Distribution of Bitumen Raw Materials Approved Among 6 Entities
The Iranian Ministry of Oil has established guidelines for distributing bitumen raw materials among six entities, which has been approved by the Government's Economic Coordination…
Hamid Bord Appointed as the Sixth Acting Head of the Ministry of Oil
Hamid Bord has been appointed as the acting head of Iran's Ministry of Oil, marking the sixth instance of such an appointment since the Islamic…
Support Package for the Reconstruction of Damaged Petrochemical Units to Be Developed
The National Petrochemical Company is forming a task force to create a support package for the reconstruction of damaged petrochemical units. This initiative is backed…
Ministry of Oil Firefighting Team Prepares for World Championships in Baku
The Ministry of Oil's firefighting team is getting ready to participate in the World Rescue and Firefighting Championships in Azerbaijan. This event showcases the skills…