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Tehran International Oil, Gas, Refining and Petrochemical Exhibition (Iran Oil Show 2025) that will be held from May 8 to 11 is set to become the largest energy trade event in West Asia, - said Iran’s Deputy Oil Minister for International Affairs and Trade.
Seyed Ali Mohammad Mousavi highlighted the importance of energy diplomacy and said that the upcoming event would be a a platform for discussing the future of the global energy landscape.
“This exhibition has served as a cornerstone of energy diplomacy for nearly three decades, fostering practical collaborations and political dialogue,” Mousavi noted. “As a leading country in oil and gas reserves, Iran is ready to attract foreign investment and modernize its energy infrastructure.”
A series of specialized sessions are scheduled during the exhibition, emphasizing their key role in outlining investment opportunities and fostering technical collaboration.
In particular, the National Iranian Oil Company (NIOC) will host the conference on Investment Transformation and Project Financing, which he described as a unique platform for forming joint ventures and technical partnerships.
He stated that Iran aims to establish a transparent and stable environment for international investors, enabling the implementation of key projects—such as the development of oil and gas fields—through modern financial mechanisms, including the Iran Petroleum Contracts (IPC) framework.
Mousavi noted that Iran is positioning itself as a reliable global partner by expanding into emerging energy sectors such as petrochemicals, renewables, and hydrogen technologies.
Reiterating the link between diplomacy and energy policy, he concluded, “This exhibition provides a platform for building mutual understanding and long-term cooperation that meets both economic and environmental goals.”
Despite losing his bloc's majority in Israel's 120-seat Knesset in a hotly contested election, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has managed to remain in the lead after 70 per cent of votes were tallied on Wednesday. Figures are subject to change as counting continues.
Russia and Ukraine have begun a regional ceasefire to allow the start of a humanitarian effort in the Russian-occupied town of Oleshky, both sides said on Tuesday, but they continue strikes elsewhere, including the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv.
Russian strikes hit several parts of Ukraine overnight, injuring at least six people and targeting energy and port infrastructure, as President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said U.S. warnings about imminent Russian ballistic missile attacks had resumed.
Nearly two years after the 20 October 2024 parliamentary elections, Iraq’s Kurdistan Region remains without a cabinet. The Kurdistan Democratic Party (KDP) won 39 of 100 seats and the Patriotic Union of Kurdistan (PUK) 23, leaving neither able to govern alone.
The Pentagon is prepared to launch potentially major military operations against Iran within 96 hours of receiving an order from U.S. President Donald Trump, with sufficient forces already deployed in the Middle East, according to a CNN report.
Apple's latest iPhone 18 Pro series has outperformed its predecessor in early global sales, even as rising manufacturing costs and weaker demand in some markets put pressure on the smartphone industry, according to Counterpoint Research data released on Tuesday (27 October).
Uzbekistan is moving into a new phase in the development of Islamic finance, with the country’s first Islamic banking licence issued shortly before a regional forum in Samarkand brought together industry players to discuss how the sector can expand across Central Asia.
The European Union is pushing to deepen trade ties with Asia as rising global trade barriers threaten international commerce, German Chancellor Friedrich Merz said during a visit to Singapore on Tuesday (27 October).
As Israelis head to the polls on Tuesday, 27 October, the Israeli economy faces a paradox; soaring stocks and a stronger currency alongside rising public debt and billions of dollars in war costs. What do the figures reveal about the challenges awaiting the next government?
Russia's President Vladimir Putin is hosting the Eighth Gas Exporting Countries Forum (GECF) summit in Moscow. The Kremlin has said leaders will discuss the role of gas in global energy security and adopt a final declaration.
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