Improvement in the Islamic Republic of Iran's rank in the Global resilience index despite sanctions

 According to Dr. Ali Hossein pour, the head of international relations and communications with scientific and research centers and organizations of the Center for Development Research and Foresight, one of the crucial factors for evaluating a country’s development is its rank in international development indices.

National Land Use Plan: The Key to Balanced Development and Budget Resource Allocation

The scientific-specialized conforence of "Transformations in the Administrative-Political Divisions of Iran: Approaches and Policy Recommendations" was held. 

Public-Private Partnerships in Land Development: Key Figures Discuss Pressing Issues

In the specialized conference titled "The Model of Public-Private Partnership in Land Development", it is stated that Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) are essential for meeting the world's infrastructure needs, but face challenges such as financing, maintenance, and planning. Governments play a crucial role in PPPs by fostering a collaborative environment, building capacity, and providing transparent policy-making and necessary financial resources. In Iran, PPPs are still in their early stages, and the government needs to address challenges such as lack of interest from executive agencies and absence of a comprehensive approach.

Capital Gains Tax in Iran

A Guide to Do an Operational Planning for Five-Year Development Programs

An action plan is a projection of actions that are needed to achieve specific goals based on the possibilities, limitations, and outlines established in strategic planning. This study aims to provide a model for developing the action plan of the country's five-year development plan to address frequent criticism in the country's development planning system.

The Economic and Social Consequences of the Energy Carriers Price Reform

Given the significant role of energy in Iran’s economy, the pricing of energy carriers, particularly gasoline, has always been a critical factor in the implementation of government policies and the overall economy of Iran. The Energy Subsidy Reform policy and the appropriate pricing method have consistently posed challenges, with various governments grappling with economic, social, and environmental challenges in gasoline price reforms.

The Economic Implications of Iran-China Relations and Their Strategic Role in the Seventh Development Plan

The economic development and growth of a nation are intrinsically linked to the growth of its investments. As per the data from UNCTAD and domestic sources, it is observed that over the past two decades, the annual foreign investment in Iran has oscillated between 1 and 5 billion dollars. However, the potential for attracting foreign capital has seen a decline due to a myriad of internal and external risks coupled with investment barriers. To achieve the development objectives, an investment exceeding 200 billion dollars is necessitated, out of which a minimum of 100 billion dollars must be procured from external sources.

performance-based budgeting; Challenges and policy recommendations

Performance-based budgeting fosters optimal resource utilization, enhances productivity through efficiency improvement, facilitates the achievement of goals, aligns strategic objectives with operational plans, and promotes transparency and accountability. When properly implemented and scientifically managed, this type of budgeting lays the groundwork for good governance and facilitates the realization of societal values.

Artificial Intelligence and its role in the Development of Financial Systems and Budgeting

Artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a transformative technology, extensively studied and developed over the past seven decades. Its growing prominence has rendered it an indispensable tool for governments worldwide. While AI's potential to enhance decision-making power and quality remains an ongoing area of inquiry, its application in certain policy domains, such as public budget drafting, has received limited attention. This paper delves into the untapped potential of AI in budget allocation, a critical aspect of financial policy.

The Importance of Data Mining in Financial Transparency

The recent conference at the Center for Development Research and Foresight brought together experts to discuss how data governance and mining can improve the country's budgeting process. The conference was part of an ongoing series aimed at improving budget transparency and efficiency.

Parliamentary Intervention in Budgeting: A Scrutiny-Seeking Issue

The Conference titled “Parliamentary Intervention in Budgeting: A Scrutiny-Seeking Issue” with a concentration on improving the budgeting process in Iran, held at the Center for Development Research and Foresight, brought together experts to discuss the role of parliament in budget decision-making. The conference highlighted the ongoing debate about the extent to which parliament should be involved in the budgeting process, with some arguing for more oversight and others emphasizing the need for executive flexibility.

The Role of Knowledge-Based Models in Improving Food Security in Iran

The conference titled “The Role of Knowledge-Based Models in Improving Food Security in Iran” at the Center for Development Research and Foresight brought together experts to discuss the critical issue of food security in the country. The conference highlighted the challenges facing Iran's agricultural sector and explored potential solutions.