IRAN

The Islamic Republic of Iran, located in southwestern Asia, whose surface area covers 1 648 000 sq.kms, with 81 inhabitants and a GDP nudging US$377 billion. Iran is the second largest economy in the Middle East and North Africa region (source: Tresor, 2016).

Iran is the world’s third largest producer of natural gas (with the world’s second largest reserves) and has the fourth largest oil reserves. The country is trying to diversify by investing in new sectors, including auto production, aerospace, petrochemicals and nuclear technology in a bid to attract foreign investment.

Imports from Iran to France reached €40 million, while exports in the other direction amounted to €490 million.

In order to meet the needs of its customers on the Iranian market, Simon Associés has developed privileged relations with economic and legal partners locally.