Mohsen Paknejad
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Paknejad: Iran, India discussed investment in oil projects during BRICS visit
SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said meetings with Indian officials focused on expanding investment and participation in Iran's oil industry projects, while also addressing the impact of recent conflict on global energy markets and the role of BRICS in safeguarding energy security.
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Paknejad’s speech at DCoE inauguration
SHANA (Tehran) — Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad delivers his speech at the inaugural ceremony of the BRICS Digital Center of Excellence (DCoE) for Smart Grid and Energy Storage in Gurugram, India on June 25, 2026.
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BRICS Digital Center opens as Iran backs deeper energy cooperation
SHANA (Tehran) — Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad on Thursday welcomed the launch of the BRICS Digital Center of Excellence (DCoE) for Smart Grid and Energy Storage, describing it as a practical platform to strengthen technical cooperation, innovation and knowledge-sharing among member states.
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Iran, India discuss broadening energy ties
SHANA (Tehran) — Iran’s Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad and India’s Minister of Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh Puri, discussed ways to expand bilateral cooperation in the oil and gas sector during a meeting on the sidelines of the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting on Thursday.
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Paknejad attends launch of BRICS Digital Energy Center in India
SHANA (Tehran) — Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad attended the official inauguration ceremony of the BRICS Digital Center of Excellence (DCoE) for Smart Grid and Energy Storage on Thursday, as part of his visit to India for the 11th Meeting of BRICS Energy Ministers.
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Paknejad calls for BRICS energy security partnership, greater oil, gas investment
SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian Oil Minister called for deeper energy cooperation among BRICS nations and proposed the creation of a “BRICS Energy Security Partnership” to strengthen market stability, protect energy infrastructure and ensure uninterrupted energy flows among member states.
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Iran, South Africa seek stronger energy partnership at BRICS
SHANA (Tehran) — Iran and South Africa discussed expanding bilateral cooperation in the energy sector during a meeting on the sidelines of the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting in India. Iranian Oil Minister met Thursday with South African Minister of Electricity and Energy on the second day of his visit to India. The two officials exchanged views on strengthening energy ties and advancing cooperation between Tehran and Pretoria.
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Tehran, New Delhi discuss expanding energy cooperation
SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad met with Indian Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar in New Delhi on June 24, 2026.
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Paknejad signals readiness to expand Iran-India energy ties ahead of BRICS meeting
SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad, who arrived in India on Wednesday, said Iran is prepared to expand economic relations with India as he arrived in the country to attend the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting, emphasizing the long-standing historical ties between the two nations.
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Tehran, New Delhi discuss expanding energy cooperation
SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad met with Indian Minister of Power, Housing and Urban Affairs Manohar Lal Khattar in New Delhi on Wednesday, as both countries explored opportunities to strengthen cooperation in the energy sector on the sidelines of a BRICS ministerial gathering to start Thursday.
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Paknejad signals readiness to expand Iran-India energy ties ahead of BRICS meeting
SHANA (Tehran) — Iranian Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said Iran is prepared to expand economic relations with India as he arrived in the country to attend the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting, emphasizing the long-standing historical ties between the two nations.
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Minister Paknejad heads to India for BRICS energy meeting
SHANA (Tehran) —Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad departed for India on Wednesday to attend the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting, where member states will discuss cooperation, sustainable energy development and shared priorities in the energy sector.
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Oil minister to hold energy talks With BRICS counterparts
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s oil minister will meet with energy officials from BRICS member countries during a visit to India for the 11th BRICS Energy Ministers’ Meeting, according to the head of public relations and spokesperson for the Oil Ministry.
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Iran’s oil industry in the post-agreement era
SHANA (Tehran) – With the signing of the agreement between Iran and the United States, and under the guidance and strategic vision outlined by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Iran is entering a new era of work, development and progress while remaining vigilant against the designs of its adversaries. The reality is that Iran’s oil industry learned and practiced self-reliance through the teachings of the late founder of the Islamic Republic, relying on domestic expertise, innovation and the capabilities of Iranian professionals. Today, the Leader of the Revolution has once again emphasized that same belief and approach.
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Paknejad highlights president’s support of energy sector
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil minister praised President Masoud Pezeshkian for his support of the country’s energy sector, saying the president played a historic role in encouraging public participation in reducing energy consumption.
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President praises energy management efforts, calls for nationwide efficiency drive
SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian praised the Oil, Energy and Interior ministries for their efforts in managing energy consumption during the past winter, saying sustained demand-management policies and the transformation of energy efficiency into a nationwide culture are essential for navigating future peak consumption periods.
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Gas output surge plan launched
SHANA (Tehran) – The oil Ministry has launched an accelerated program to boost onshore natural gas production, with authorities mobilizing all available resources to increase supply alongside field development and associated gas recovery projects, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said.
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Fuel savings to support public welfare
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil minister said the government is reviewing a package of fuel demand-management measures aimed at reducing gasoline consumption and imports, with any savings potentially redirected toward improving people’s livelihoods.
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Oil services remain uninterrupted despite enemy attacks
SHANA (Tehran) – The head of Parliament’s Article 90 Committee praised the Oil Ministry for maintaining uninterrupted services despite enemy attacks on the country’s energy infrastructure, commending everyone from frontline operational personnel to senior ministry officials for preventing disruptions to the national fuel supply.
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Parliament reviews oil sector developments
SHANA (Tehran) – Members of Parliament’s Article 90 Committee met with Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad on Tuesday to review the latest developments in Iran’s oil and gas industry.
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Parliament’s Article 90 Committee meets with oil minister
SHANA (Tehran) – A meeting of Parliament’s Article 90 Committee was held on Tuesday, June 9, 2026 with the participation of Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad.
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Bank cards could replace fuel cards
Oil Ministry ready to link fuel cards to bank cards, Paknejad says
SHANA (Tehran) — Oil Ministry is ready to implement a system linking fuel cards to bank cards, but the plan requires cooperation from the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance, Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad said Sunday.
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Fuel supply holds firm despite enemy disruption attempts
SHANA (Tehran) — Oil minister said enemy efforts to disrupt the country’s fuel distribution network during the Third Imposed War failed, particularly in northern provinces, due to rapid response measures and contingency planning.
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New oversight chief named at Oil Ministry
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil minister appointed Peyman Ehteshami as acting deputy for hydrocarbon resources oversight at the Ministry of Oil.
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Damaged energy facilities rebuilding ahead of schedule
SHANA (Tehran) - Oil minister said reconstruction of energy facilities damaged during the 40-day conflict is progressing faster than expected, with recovery efforts launched almost immediately after the attacks.
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Oil industry defies sanctions, war
SHANA (Tehran) - Oil minister marked the anniversary of the discovery of oil in Iran and the Middle East, saying the country’s oil industry has remained resilient through 118 years of sanctions and imposed wars, preventing any halt in production and exports.
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Iran pledges affordable approach to gasoline management
SHANA (Tehran) — Oil minister said the government will not adopt any gasoline-related measures that place additional economic pressure on citizens, emphasizing that fuel management plans will remain within the financial capacity of the public.
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Minister:
Iran can optimize gasoline consumption without hurting living standards
SHANA (Tehran) – Iran’s oil minister said the country may be able to reduce costly gasoline imports by improving fuel consumption management without negatively affecting people’s living standards.
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Oil minister urges public to use fuel efficiently
SHANA (Tehran) – Oil minister called on the public to cooperate in optimizing fuel consumption, saying parts of the country’s gas and fuel infrastructure were damaged during the 40-day war.
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Pezeshkian praises oil sector resilience during wartime
SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian praised Iran’s oil industry for maintaining fuel production and supply during wartime conditions, saying the sector prevented disruptions to the country’s energy cycle despite damage to parts of the nation’s infrastructure.