Mohsen Paknejad made the announcement on the sidelines of a cabinet meeting Wednesday, stating that the milestone was reached despite ongoing sanctions.

“I am pleased to share this good news with the people of Iran,” Paknejad said. “With the hard work of our oil industry employees, the 10-year oil export record was broken this January.”

He also revealed that one of the largest contracts in the history of Iran’s oil industry will soon be signed in the presence of the president.

The details of the contract, which addresses a key demand of both the public and officials, will be disclosed to the people after its signing.

Regarding the ministry’s plans to counter sanctions, Paknejad emphasized that Iran is prepared to achieve its goals under any circumstances, whether sanctions remain in place or are lifted.

“Necessary measures have been taken to address maximum pressure, and this strategy has failed,” he said.