Meeting at the Iran Chamber with the President of the German-Iranian Chamber and the German Ambassador

In a session hosted by the Iran Chamber of Commerce, Industries, Mines and Agriculture (ICCIMA), Samad Hassanzadeh (President of ICCIMA), Shahin Asghari (President of the German-Iranian Chamber of Industry and Commerce), and Markus Potzel (German Ambassador to Iran) explored the current landscape and opportunities for improving trade relations between Iran and Germany.

Hassanzadeh welcomed the German Ambassador’s constructive views on strengthening bilateral ties and said:
“Iran’s economic capacities offer a solid foundation for expanding relations with Germany. Moreover, the Ministry of Economic Affairs and Finance has laid the groundwork for attracting foreign investment, including the provision of necessary guarantees. Therefore, we are well-prepared to welcome foreign investors.”

President of the German-Iranian Chamber: Removing Bureaucratic Hurdles Is Essential
Shahin Asghari emphasized the importance of preparing for expanded international trade cooperation, particularly in light of ongoing negotiations and the potential lifting of sanctions. He called for the development of joint projects and the design of practical economic cooperation packages.
He also stressed the need to remove regulatory obstacles that hinder the presence of foreign companies in Iran, adding:
“Given the capacities and ongoing projects in Iran and Germany’s industrial sectors, especially in machinery renewal, a political breakthrough and the lifting of sanctions could enable bilateral trade to reach €10 billion.”

German Ambassador: Iran Has Significant Economic Potential
Markus Potzel stated:
“We are pleased that, despite ups and downs, economic relations between Iran and Germany have remained intact, and Germany is still Iran’s largest European trading partner.”
Acknowledging the barriers posed by sanctions, he expressed optimism about the outcome of Iran–US negotiations, hoping they will soon lead to sanctions relief.
He continued:
“Iran holds substantial economic potential in the mining, industrial, and agricultural sectors. It is among the top ten countries globally in terms of natural resources and diverse capabilities. Beyond natural wealth, the high level of knowledge and intelligence among the Iranian people is also a major asset.”