While refineries around the world have achieved a high level of complexity by relying on new technologies and extensive investments, Iranian refineries are still significantly behind global standards. Morteza Behrouzifar, an energy expert, says that our problem is not just a lack of capital; even if we assume that we have sufficient financial resources to implement projects, there is still no possibility of serious upgrading of refineries due to limited access to modern technology and equipment.

The Deputy Minister of Oil announced in a press conference the export of gas to Iraq and the possibility of extending the long-term contract for gas exports to Türkiye.

Energy expert Saeed Saviz has unveiled a new method for increasing oil recovery for the first time. He says that using low-salt water injection could offset the decline in production in Iran's oil fields and even increase production capacity in the long term. In addition to relying on indigenous knowledge, the method will also respond to concerns such as water crises and land subsidence by reducing pressure on freshwater resources.