Speaking to local media, Mostafa Nakhai highlighted the significant
strides made by the petrochemical sector over recent decades. “With its robust
infrastructure and reliance on domestic capabilities, Iran’s petrochemical
industry has advanced toward completing the value chain and reducing crude
sales,” Nakhai said.
He emphasized the industry's potential in bolstering the national
economy. “Iran’s geographical advantage compared to other gas-rich nations
positions us well to expand downstream petrochemical industries,” Nakhai
explained, adding that the sector's unmatched capacity enables it to deliver a
diverse range of products to domestic and international markets.
Nakhai stressed the sector's upward trajectory in enhancing non-oil
exports. “The growing progress in petrochemicals demonstrates its essential
role in diversifying exports. Achieving greater value addition and addressing
every link in the value chain is imperative for further development,” he noted.
Despite external pressures, Nakhai expressed confidence in the
industry’s resilience, crediting its skilled workforce for driving achievements.
“While facing adversaries’ sanctions, we have made remarkable progress in this
sector. With efficient human resources, we can meet our goals and continue to
succeed,” he said.
The lawmaker reaffirmed Parliament’s commitment to supporting the
petrochemical sector. “To reduce crude sales, the Iranian Parliament will
undoubtedly back the expansion of petrochemicals. This industry requires
national determination and support to stay on its development path,” Nakhai
concluded.
Iran’s petrochemical sector has long been a cornerstone of the
country’s economic diversification strategy, leveraging its abundant natural
gas resources to produce high-value products for global markets.