Review of Iran Industry With a Glimpse to 20-Year Perspective Document for Iran Development Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh

Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh 20-Year Perspective Document 2 Page Relying on grace and benevolence of almighty God, Iran will turn to a developed country within the next twenty years. In the next 20 years, Iran will be a developed country standing at the first rank of economy, science and technology of its region with its Islamic and revolutionary identity, inspiring Islamic countries. The country will have effective interactions in its International relations.

Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh 20-Year Perspective Document 3 Page In this perspective Iranian society will have the following characteristics: It will be a developed country correspondent to its cultural, geographical and historical specifications, insisting on Islamic ethics, national and revolutionary values. Emphasizing on religious democracy, social justice, legitimate freedom, human rights also social and judicial security. Equipped with modern science and capable of producing science and technology, leaning on human resources and social capital in its national production.

Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh 20-Year Perspective Document 4 Page Secure, independent and powerful with defensive structures based on multilateral prohibition and based on close relation of government and nation. Enjoying health, welfare, food security, social support, equal opportunities, proper income distribution, strong family foundations, proper environment and far from poverty, corruption and discrimination. In this perspective Iranian society will have the following characteristics:

Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh 20-Year Perspective Document 5 Page Active, responsible, satisfied, disciplined, with sense of cooperation, loyal to the revolution, Islamic government, development of Iran and proud of being Iranian. Standing on the first rank of science and technology in south-west of Asia with emphasize on production of science, accelerated and continuous economical growth, increase of income per capita and without unemployment. In this perspective Iranian society will have the following characteristics:

Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh 20-Year Perspective Document 6 Page Inspiring, active and effective in Islamic countries based on the pattern of religious democracy, development, moral society and with an effective role in Islamic and regional convergence based on Islamic and imam Khomeini’s ideas. Effective and constructive interaction with other nations founded on honor and wisdom. In this perspective Iranian society will have the following characteristics:

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Role of Industry Macro-Economical Point of View 7 Page Share of Major Economical Sectors in GNP ( ) (Share in GNP) (Base Price: 1972) Industry has been the only economical sector (between three major ones) which its share in GNP has been continuously increased during recent three decades.Industry has been the only economical sector (between three major ones) which its share in GNP has been continuously increased during recent three decades. Service Agriculture Industry

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Role of Industry Macro-Economical Point of View 8 Page Industrial & Mineral Exports - Total Exports ( ) (Variation of Growth Rate) (Oil Export Is Not Considered) In recent 15 years the average of industrial exports growth has been higher than total exports (oil not considered).In recent 15 years the average of industrial exports growth has been higher than total exports (oil not considered). This indicates that the industry is continuously gaining higher share of exports.This indicates that the industry is continuously gaining higher share of exports. Industrial & Mineral Total

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Role of Industry Macro-Economical Point of View 9 Page VA of Industry & Mine Sector – GNP ( ) (Variations) Both of the curves have the same pattern which shows the considerable bond between GNP & VA produced in industry & mine sector.Both of the curves have the same pattern which shows the considerable bond between GNP & VA produced in industry & mine sector. Industry has a considerable role in economy.Industry has a considerable role in economy. Industry & Mine VA GNP

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Role of Industry Macro-Economical Point of View 10 Page Total Investment & Investment in Industry & Mine Sector ( ) (Variation) Total Industry & Mine Both of the curves have the same pattern which shows the attitude for investment in industry & mine sector.Both of the curves have the same pattern which shows the attitude for investment in industry & mine sector.

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Role of Industry Macro-Economical Point of View 11 Page GNP - VA Produced in Industry & Mine Sector ( ) (Comparison of the Growth) Industry & Mine Sector GNP In recent decade the average growth of VA produced in industry & mine sector has been more than the growth of GNP.In recent decade the average growth of VA produced in industry & mine sector has been more than the growth of GNP. Industry & mine sector continuously is gaining more important role in the economy.Industry & mine sector continuously is gaining more important role in the economy.

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran FIPAA Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act 12 Page Chapter 2, Article 3: Foreign investments admitted in accordance with provisions of this Law shall enjoy the incentives and protections available under this Law. Such investments may be admitted under the following two categories:

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran FIPAA Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act 13 Page Chapter 2, Article 3 (a): Foreign direct investment in areas where the activity of private sector is permissible.

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran FIPAA Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act 14 Page Chapter 2, Article 3(b): Foreign investments in all sectors within the framework of "civil participation", "buy-back" and "build-operate-transfer" arrangements where the return of capital and profits accrued is solely emanated from the economic performance of the project in which the investment is made, and such return of capital and profit shall not be dependent upon a guarantee by the Government, state-owned companies or banks.

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran FIPAA Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act 15 Page Chapter 4, Article 8: Foreign investments under this law shall equally enjoy all, rights, protections, and facilities provided for domestic investments.

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran FIPAA Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act 16 Page Chapter 6, Article 34: In cases where the Foreign Investment results in the establishment of an Iranian company, the ownership of land in the name of the company is permitted at a size appropriate to the investment project, at the discretion of the organization.

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran FIPAA Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act 17 Page Chapter 6, Article 35 (a): The Ministry of Foreign Affairs, upon confirmation by the Organization, shall communicate to the missions of the Islamic Republic of Iran outside the country the authorization for the issuance of three-year multi-entry visa for each individual with a right of entry, and a three-month residence permit on each occasion.

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran FIPAA Foreign Investment Promotion and Protection Act 18 Page Chapter 6, Article 35 (b): The introduced persons may, after entry into the country, by referring to the Passport and Visa Department of the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and by submission of the organization’s formal note, extend their residence permits for a period of one year. For More information:

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran 19 Page Investment in Economical Sectors Industry & Mine Sector - Other Sectors ( ) (Comparison: Value) All Sectors: B Rials Other Sectors: 5.95 B Rials Industry & Mine: 5.62 B Rials

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran 20 Page Investment in Economical Sectors Industry & Mine Sector - Other Sectors ( ) (Comparison: Number of Projects) All Sectors: 230 Other Sectors: 52 Industry & Mine: 178

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran 21 Page Investment in Economical Sectors Distribution in Sub-Sectors of Industry & Mine (Comparison: Number of Projects)

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran 22 Page Investment in Economical Sectors Investment in the Framework of FIPAA ( ) (Comparison: Value)

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines Foreign Investment in Iran 23 Page Priorities for Foreign Investment Foods & Medicine Chemicals & Cellulose Textile Metal & Electrical Non-Metal Automotive & Prime Mover Casting Machinery Mine Industries

Deputy Minister for Economic & International Affairs Dr. M. Shaterzadeh Islamic Republic of Iran Ministry of Industries and Mines 24 Page Thank You For Your Attention