Iran Mineral Exports to Iraq Reach $1.7b

Iran exported 8.9 million tons of mineral products worth $1.77 billion to the neighboring country Iraq during the 11 months to Feb. 19.
Mineral exports accounted for 46% and 20% of the volume and value of Iran’s total exports to Iraq respectively, according to a new report released by the Iranian Mines and Mining Industries Development and Renovation Organization.
Semi-finished and finished steel products had the lion’s share of mineral exports to Iraq in terms of value, as about 1.49 million tons worth about $759.63 million were shipped to the neighboring state.
Other exported mineral commodities from Iran to Iraq during the period under review include cement...