According to IDEA, Babak Souri, in a meeting with journalists from various media outlets in Sanandaj earlier today, stated: “Media serve as a bridge of communication between officials and the people, and constructive interaction between these two sectors can significantly contribute to the development of the knowledge-based economy in the province.”
He emphasized: “In recent years, there has been a consistent focus on economic issues in our strategies, and in today’s world, when you want to address the economic aspect, you enter the realm of competition.
According to him, the economic arena is a competitive field with specific requirements. If someone enters the economic field without the necessary knowledge, their entry will not yield results.
The head of Kurdistan Science and Technology Park added, “Iran’s economy has been largely self-sufficient, especially in agriculture, animal husbandry, and small-scale industries. Since the 1980s, it has undergone a transformation and diversification.”
He acknowledged, “In 2021, non-oil export sales surpassed oil revenues, and economists have paid special attention to economic issues.”
He stated, “Economic indicators have shown growth in the past year, but we still have a long way to go to reach our goals. However, the path we have chosen is the right direction.”
He emphasized, “Focusing on a knowledge-based economy requires perseverance and participation in the private sector. We need to introduce science and knowledge into the field of economics.”
The head of Kurdistan Science and Technology Park added, “Basic science and knowledge-based economic activities need to mature and be injected into society.”
He mentioned that the Knowledge-Based Development Act was drafted in 2020, granting special privileges to science and technology parks, including tax exemptions.
Souri stated, “Science and technology parks have been established in provinces to provide facilities and support for the knowledge-based sector.”
He highlighted, “Kurdistan Science and Technology Park officially started operating in 2013 and has had a reasonable and acceptable growth trend, although it has strengths and weaknesses compared to other parks.”
The head of Kurdistan Science and Technology Park stated, “Currently, more than 160 technology companies and units are located in the province’s park. Some of these technology units provide services, while others produce specific products for the market. Some are also located in industrial townships.”
According to him, the number of technology units and companies in the province fluctuates, with active growth centers in approximately five counties in the province.
Souri acknowledged: 70 out of the companies present in Kurdistan Science and Technology Park are knowledge-based. They have obtained the necessary standards and hold certificates of being knowledge-based. They will benefit from more privileges and facilities.
He stated: Key performance indicators have been defined quantitatively, and a strategic plan has been outlined. We have made efforts to provide special support to companies operating in the Science and Technology Park, taking into account the nature of their activities.
The head of Kurdistan Science and Technology Park added: Good measures have been taken, but in some areas, there is a need to establish and develop knowledge-based companies.
He mentioned that there is still plenty of room for growth in the agricultural and processing industries in the province, saying: Despite the province’s capacity and potential in these areas, knowledge-based companies have not been established to a sufficient extent, and more effort and work are needed.
According to Souri, issues related to the province’s mines are another area that requires attention, and the presence of knowledge-based companies in this sector is essential.
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