According to Hamidreza Ajami, acting head of NPC’s
Investment Management, the company is fully committed to supporting investors
by providing technical assistance, financial facilitation, and streamlined
licensing processes.
Petrochemicals: A Pillar of Iran’s Economy
Ajami told NIPNA that Iran’s petrochemical sector accounts
for 19% of the country’s total industrial value-added and 26% of non-oil
exports.
"Despite sanctions, nearly half of Iran’s foreign
currency needs are met through petrochemical exports," he said,
emphasizing the industry's resilience, technological advancement, and role in
economic security and innovation.
Unlike many other industries, Iran’s petrochemical sector
competes globally without relying on subsidies, import restrictions, or customs
protections, making it one of the nation’s key economic drivers.
Investment Strategies for 2025
To enhance investment in petrochemicals, NPC has outlined
several key measures:
- Comprehensive
support for investors, leveraging 60 years of industry experience to
provide technical guidance and financial assistance.
- Continuous
updates to the industry’s licensing system to ensure efficiency and
transparency.
- Simplification
and acceleration of regulatory processes to eliminate unnecessary
bureaucratic hurdles.
- Revisions
to investment regulations to remove barriers and encourage greater
participation.
- Diverse
financing mechanisms, including domestic and international funding from
banks, financial institutions, and capital markets.
- New
financing models that mobilize idle capital through maximum participation
of the private sector and the general public.
- Expanding
domestic and international partnerships based on previous industry
experiences and current market conditions.
Positioning Petrochemicals as Iran’s Investment Magnet
Ajami stressed that Iran’s petrochemical industry presents a
compelling investment opportunity due to its high profitability, competitive
advantages, and minimal reliance on government support.
"We are ready to work closely with investors to unlock
new opportunities, ensuring that Iran’s petrochemical sector continues to be a global
leader and a cornerstone of the country’s economic resilience," he
concluded.