From the Return of Knowledge-Based Elites to Export Growth: Iran’s Innovation Ecosystem Thrives

June 8, 2025 – The Vice Presidency for Scientific, Technological and Knowledge-Based Economy Affairs announced a targeted goal of $600 million in exports of knowledge-based products for the current year, reflecting robust growth in Iran’s Innovation Ecosystem. He also revealed that a call for proposals will soon be issued for the indigenization of consumables in the cardiovascular sector—a move expected to raise the quality of domestic production and reduce costs.

During Iran Health Exhibition 2025, the Vice President highlighted that although the number of Small & medium-sized knowledge-based companies (SMEs) in the health sector remains stable due to limited exhibition space, there has been remarkable advancement in technology and product quality. He emphasized that government support is focused on research and development (R&D), with special support for products developed using new technologies.

The Vice President also discussed the positive outcomes of the “Connect” initiative, aimed at linking Iranian students and graduates abroad with the domestic market. Many Knowledge-Based Elites have returned, established companies, and are now active participants in the exhibition.

Additionally, two new specialized books have been published, outlining investment priorities in pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, and consumables—serving as a roadmap for strategic investment in the health industry.

He announced that a forthcoming call for proposals will focus on the indigenization of cardiovascular consumables, aiming to enhance product quality, decrease dependency, and rationalize costs—an effective step toward national self-sufficiency and improved public health.

Highlighting export growth, the Vice President reported that knowledge-based product exports reached approximately 200million by the end of 2024, with many new items added to Iran’s export portfolio. The target for 2025 is 200 million by the end of 2024, with many new items added to Iran’s export portfolio. The target for 2025 is 600 million, a goal deemed achievable if political and economic conditions remain stable.

He concluded by underlining the importance of Iran Health Exhibition as a platform for market development and export expansion. With representatives from over 100 countries and official participation from 20 nations, the visibility of Iranian knowledge-based products has increased, paving the way for international sales and valuable feedback to further improve products.

Iran Health Exhibition 2025, featuring broad domestic and international participation, continues at the Tehran International Exhibition Center from June 8 to 11, 2025.

 

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