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. 

Iran’s Golden Opportunity: Exploring New Commercial Markets in Africa

In the conference of “The Role of International Relations in Controlling Inflation and Production Growth”, it is stated that the main economic goals at the Ministry of Foreign Affairs are fostering currency inflow and boosting employment growth. The embassies have a special mission to support and market the products of 640 domestic knowledge-based companies. Special attention is given to Iran's business opportunities with neighboring countries, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and especially Africa as a priority of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs in the thirteenth government. There is a high demand for Iran's medical and pharmaceutical products in Latin America.

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.

CDRF Conference Discusses Planning-oriented Governance for Water, Food, and Farmer's Livelihood Security

The Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF) held a conference on planning-oriented governance for water, food, and farmer's livelihood security. The conference speakers discussed the importance of agriculture in land use planning, the three pillars of food security, and global challenges to food security. They also defined land use planning and food sovereignty, and emphasized the importance of sustainable farming practices.

The CDRF conference highlighted the critical role of agriculture and food security in land use planning. The speakers discussed the challenges to food security and the need for sustainable farming practices. They also emphasized the importance of empowering producers and consumers with control over the production, distribution, and consumption of food.

An Examination of the Production and Employment Programs in Iran

Commencing in 2016, the Iranian annual budget legislation has consistently highlighted employment support, production and employment, as articulated in Article 18. A comprehensive examination has been undertaken on the way that Article 18 has been performed within this specified duration. The examination disclosed the existence of certain deficiencies in planning.

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.

The 205th Expert Scientific Meeting of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF) was held

According to the Public Relations Office of the CDRF, the 205th Expert Scientific Meeting of the CDRF was held under the title 'Requirements and Challenges of Using the Public-Private Partnership Approach in Investment for Production'.

The 204th Expert Scientific Meeting of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF) was held.

According to the Public Relations Office of the CDRF, the 204th Expert Scientific Meeting of the CDRF was held on Tuesday, April 15, 2025, under the title 'The Government's Orientation in Fulfilling the 1404 Slogan (Investment for Production).

The 203rd Expert Scientific Meeting of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF) was held.

According to the Public Relations Office of the CDRF, the 203^rd expert scientific meeting of the CDRF was held under the title “Analysis and Review of the Budget of State-Owned Enterprises in 1404 (2025-2026).” In this meeting, Mehdi Bagheri, former Head of State-Owned Enterprises, the Civil Servants Pension Fund (CSPF), and Public Institutions Affairs of the Plan and Budget Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran (PBO), served as the scientific chair of the meeting. Additionally, Hassan Khoshpour, former Head of State-Owned Enterprises Affairs of the PBO, and Mohammad Nasir Arab Nosratabadi, Head of the State-Owned Enterprises and Non-Governmental Public Institutions Group of the PBO, participated as the keynote speakers, presenting their viewpoints.

Research report on Estimation and Analysis of the Capital Stock Trend in Iran’s Manufacturing Industries

According to the Public Relations Office of the Center, the Research Group on Modern Systems of Planning, Budgeting, and Modeling at the Center for Development Studies and Foresight has published the research report titled:

Research report on the Spatial Decision Support System for Territorial Planning

The Research Group on Land Use Planning, Regional Development, and Balance at the Center for Development Studies and Foresight has published its latest research report titled: "Spatial Decision Support System for Territorial Planning."

The executive summary of the report states:

The 201st Expert Scientific Meeting of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF) was held.

According to the Public Relations Office of the CDRF, the eleventh session of the series entitled “The Future Outlook of Iran” and the 201^st meeting of the CDRF was held under the title “A Critical Assessment of the Vision of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Horizon of 1404 AH.”

The research report titled “Spatial Decision Support System for Territorial Planning” was published.

The Territorial Planning, Development, and Regional Balance Research Group of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF) has published its latest research report entitled “Spatial Decision Support System for Territorial Planning.”

The executive summary of this research report states:

The report titled “Explanation and Analysis of the Budget Bill of the Islamic Republic of Iran 1404 AH (2025-2026)” was published.

According to the Public Relations Office of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF), the Research Group for Innovative Planning, Budgeting, and Modeling Systems of the CDRF has published a research report entitled “Explanation and Analysis of the Budget Bill of the Islamic Republic of Iran 1404 AH (2025-2026).”

The executive summary of this report states:

The research report titled “Estimation and Analysis of Capital Stock Trends in Iran’s Manufacturing Industries” was published.

According to the Public Relations Office of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF), the Research Group on Modern Planning, Budgeting, and Modeling Systems of the CDRF has published a research report entitled “Estimation and Analysis of Capital Stock Trends in Iran’s Manufacturing Industries.”

A part of the introduction to this research report states:

The 192nd Expert Scientific Meeting of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF) was held.

According to the Public Relations Office of the CDRF, the 192^nd Expert Scientific Meeting of the CDRF was held under the title "Wildfires in the Zagros Forests: Challenges and Policy Recommendations."

In this meeting, Farrokh Masjedi, Special Representative of the Head of the Plan and Budget Organization of the Islamic Republic of Iran (PBO) for the Preservation and Restoration of the Zagros Forests, served as the scientific chair of the meeting. Additionally, Mehrdad Akbarian, Representative of the Natural Resources and Watershed Management Organization, and Reza Siah Mansour, a faculty member at the Agricultural and Natural Resources Research and Education Center of Lorestan Province, participated as keynote speakers, presenting their viewpoints.

Meeting on “Integrating Disaster Risk Reduction into National Development Programs” to Be Convened

The seventh International and 211th scientific meeting of the Center for Development Research and Foresight (CDRF), titled "Integrating Disaster Risk Reduction into National Development Programs," will be held on Wednesday, June 11, 2025, from 10 AM to 12 PM. The event will be attended by the scientific, research, academic, and think tank members, experts, managers, and national and provincial executive body specialists.