** IRAN DAILY
The food industry in Iran is a powerhouse within the private sector, with an annual turnover of approximately $100 billion. Accounting for 16.8% of industrial jobs, the industry boasts 15,000 active production units, positioning it as the third-largest industry after oil and petrochemicals. The private sector plays a crucial role in managing the food industry, which dominates more than 80% of the country’s economy held by the government.
Iran is set to strengthen its tech-based exports to African countries, as exporters will receive support from the Export Development and Technology Exchange Fund. Additionally, the Iranian Parliament has made reforms to enhance the trade deal with Indonesia, ironing out previous discrepancies in the preferential trade agreement.
** KAYHAN INTERNATIONAL
Iranian students showcased their talent at the International Nuclear Science Olympiad in the Philippines, bringing home four medals. Armenia and Iran collaborated on a joint culinary and handicrafts festival, emphasizing cultural ties. Moreover, trade between Oman and Iran has exceeded $2 billion, showcasing a significant increase in economic relations.
** TEHRAN TIMES
Iran refuted claims of involvement in hacking Donald Trump’s campaign, emphasizing diplomatic integrity. The late Iranian actress Bita Farrahi will be honored with a statue at Tehran’s Cinema Museum, while the UNODC has enhanced Iran’s capacity to prevent drug trafficking with the installation of X-ray Body Scanners at key international airports.