Iran Civil Defense Official Praises PETZONE Crisis Response as National Model

Iran Civil Defense Official Praises PETZONE Crisis Response as National Model
(Wednesday, July 30, 2025) 15:05

MAHSHAHR (NIPNA) -- Iran’s Deputy Head of Energy Affairs at the Passive Defense Organization on Tuesday commended the Petrochemical Special Economic Zone (PETZONE) for its coordinated and effective response during a recent emergency, calling it a model of crisis management in critical national infrastructure.

 

Abdolrahman Keshvari, speaking during a joint meeting with the Deputy Petroleum Minister and executives of petrochemical firms operating in PETZONE, highlighted the zone’s consistent implementation of civil defense directives amid heightened regional threats.

He underscored the importance of prior planning, coordination, and leadership in mitigating risks.

“We closely monitored the situation both online and through direct reports and communications with senior managers,” Keshvari said. “Field assessments today confirmed that the prescribed civil defense protocols were executed promptly and effectively.”

He credited the successful outcome to PETZONE’s prior emergency drills, unified leadership under the zone’s chief civil defense commander, and the strategic oversight of the National Petrochemical Company (NPC).

“The region’s organized and proactive approach serves as a commendable example of how to manage emergencies in vital infrastructure,” Keshvari noted. “It is a model that should be studied and replicated across other strategic sectors.”

Keshvari expressed hope that PETZONE’s readiness would be further strengthened through ongoing infrastructure upgrades and continuous training, enhancing its resilience against future threats.

 


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