Major oil, petchem projects to launch monthly: Paknejad

SHANA (Tehran) - Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad announced at a cabinet meeting Sunday that one major oil or petrochemical project will begin operations each month from late May through the end of the year.  

President Pezeshkian visits Iran Oil Show 2025

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian visited various sections of the 29th International Oil, Gas, Refining & Petrochemical Exhibition (Iran Oil Show 2025) on Thursday, shortly after its official opening by Oil Minister Mohsen Paknejad.

President Pezeshkian:

Economic recovery depends on subsidy, consumption reform

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian said reforming consumption patterns, increasing productivity, and fairly distributing subsidies are among the government’s top priorities to overcome the current crisis. He stated that nearly $150 billion in hidden energy subsidies are paid annually, adding that proper management of these resources would eliminate poverty in the country.

Oil minister reports on investment conference in oil sector

SHANA (Tehran) – The oil minister presented a report at today’s Cabinet meeting on developments in investment and expansion in Iran’s upstream oil and gas sector.

President urges addressing energy imbalance challenge with diverse solutions

SHANA (Tehran) – The president outlined the government’s general framework for reducing energy consumption intensity, stating that past experiences have clearly shown the current state structure in this field is inadequate. "We must move toward a networked structure involving elites, community-based institutions, and reference groups," he said.

Pezeshkian stresses smart management of imbalances

SHANA (Tehran) – The president emphasized the need for intelligent and precise management of imbalances, stating that accurate data on individual and household consumption will be collected to develop an actionable plan.

Heads of branches discuss preparing groundwork for investment

SHANA (Tehran) – The follow-up on implementing the year’s slogan and preparing the groundwork for attracting investment and public participation in the work sector was discussed in a meeting of the heads of the three branches of government.

President’s Nowruz Message highlights renewal, unity, justice

SHANA (Tehran) – In a message marking the arrival of the Iranian New Year, Nowruz 1404, President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the themes of renewal, unity, and the pursuit of a brighter future for Iran. He drew parallels between Nowruz and Laylat al-Qadr (the Night of Decree), describing both as moments of spiritual transformation and opportunity for change.

President calls for experts to address national deficits

SHANA (Tehran) - President Masoud Pezeshkian urged individuals with solutions to step forward and help resolve the country's imbalances in water, electricity, gas, and financial sectors.

Energy imbalance requires public cooperation: President

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that resolving the country's energy imbalance requires public cooperation, noting that Iran's natural gas consumption exceeds that of wealthy European nations, despite their higher financial capacity and efficient energy management.

President acknowledges energy challenges, calls for unity, efficiency

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian acknowledged on Saturday that Iran faced a difficult winter but praised the efforts of the oil, energy, and interior ministries for helping the nation navigate the challenges.

President vows gratitude for help in addressing imbalances

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized the need for scientific and expert-driven solutions to address imbalances in critical sectors such as water, electricity, gas, fuel, energy, and financial resources.

President highlights efforts to address imbalances

SHANA (Tehran) – The president stated that upon taking office, the administration faced significant imbalances in various sectors, including water, electricity, and gas. He emphasized that blaming one another will not solve the problem.

President urges modification of consumption patterns for gas, gasoline, diesel, electricity

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian raised the question of whether the country’s consumption patterns for gas, gasoline, diesel, electricity, and other resources are appropriate.

President: Completing gas flaring prevention plans is essential

SHANA (Tehran) – The president emphasized that Khuzestan is a precious gem, stating that addressing oil pollution, particularly gas flaring at upstream oil and gas facilities, must be prioritized through a comprehensive, expert-led program with the participation of all responsible agencies.

Misuse of water, gas, electricity leads to dead end, Pezeshkian warns

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian stated on Sunday that, improper management of water, gas, and electricity resources, is leading the country toward a dead end.

President: Iran-Russia energy cooperation positive

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian praised the positive trajectory of bilateral cooperation between Iran and Russia in energy, industry, transportation, and trade, stating that the signing of a comprehensive strategic partnership agreement between the two nations is a significant milestone in their relations.

President inaugurates polymer production units at Padjam Polymer Development Company

SHANA (Tehran) – Production lines 3,000 and 4,000 of the ABS unit at Padjam Polymer Development Company were inaugurated via video conference under the directive of President Masoud Pezeshkian.

Iran, Turkmenistan emphasize expansion of gas cooperation

SHANA (Tehran) – The president of Iran and the national leader of Turkmenistan stressed the importance of expanding gas cooperation and strengthening peace and trust in the region.

President stresses need for modern methods to optimize energy use

SHANA (Tehran) – The president emphasized the importance of adopting modern techniques to optimize energy consumption, stating that proper energy use would allow the country to save resources and sell more oil and gas at global market prices.

Pezeshkian:

Unity in language, vision, policy vital for OPEC

SHANA (Tehran) - The president emphasized the importance of keeping OPEC away from political gamesmanship, stating, "I believe that if OPEC members act united and cohesively, the US cannot sanction or pressure any one member."

President urges public to assist gov’t in managing energy shortages

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian expressed gratitude for the public’s cooperation with the government in managing energy shortages during the cold months of the past year and referenced meteorological forecasts predicting a drop in temperatures in the coming days and called on citizens to once again support the government in addressing energy imbalances during the upcoming cold spell.

President to producers:

Gov’t after facilitating production activities

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that producers and exporters should believe the government is a facilitator of their activities, not an obstacle.

President emphasizes efforts to address people's issues despite sanctions

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that efforts must be made to resolve the problems faced by the people, despite ongoing challenges, sanctions, and pressures.

President:

Inherited energy imbalances will be resolved

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that his administration did not create the imbalances in gas and electricity but inherited them, vowing to address the issues through collective efforts.

President:

Iran, Azerbaijan to become strategic partners through continued cooperation

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian emphasized that the continuation and strengthening of cooperation between Iran and Azerbaijan will transform the two nations into strategic partners.

President: Addressing imbalances requires adjusting consumption patterns

SHANA (Tehran) – President Masoud Pezeshkian stated that imbalances in water, electricity, fuel, finances, and the environment cannot be resolved without reforming consumption patterns.