Risk of sanctions for small mines
Lulea University Professor Sweden: Sanctions can have a paralyzing role in many areas, one of which is small mines. In fact, sanctions can lead to the closure of small mines. Today, the cost of a simple test, lab, or machine tool is so high for activists in the field that it doesn't actually cost the miner.
According to Iran's International Stone Exhibition, US sanctions against Iran in the oil and mining sector have been detrimental to the country's economy. Although the country's mines may have less restrictions and better conditions than oil, they are still facing serious problems internationally, with no unpleasant consequences.
To insist that we change our attitude from oil to mine is completely wrong. When we are boycotted, however, our incomes go up and barriers increase, so it does not matter to the boycotters that this revenue comes from oil or mining.
Sanctions can have a paralyzing role in many areas, one of which is small mines. In fact, sanctions can lead to the closure of small mines. Today, the cost of a simple test, lab, or machine tool is so high for activists in the field that it doesn't actually cost the miner.
As a solution, I believe we need to focus on the production and growth of our internal capabilities. When it comes to production, others cannot maneuver and threaten us with sanctions. World markets need Iranian minerals. If we focus on promoting its added value, we can do better. So, by relying on our domestic strengths and capacities, we can take positive steps towards employment growth and the country's economy.
* Saeed Chelgani, Professor at the University of Lulea, Sweden
