In collaboration with Iranian Association for Energy Economics(IRAEE) and Scientific Association of Defence Economics of Iran(SADEI)

Document Type : applicative

Authors

1 Assistant Professor, Department of Economics, Mofid University

2 Assistant Professor, Institute for Trade Studies and Research

Abstract

This study to analyze the content of technological and change of Sophistication and factors embodied in Iran exports. Results show that Iran's export basket is always dependent on primary products. Technological changes in the composition of exports towards knowledge-based and high value-added goods was not successful. Research findings suggest that the complexity of Iran's exports is low level. In addition, the intensity of physical capital and intensity of human capital embodied in exports is also low level. Technological change, diversification of economic activities and creating new economic sectors is necessary to achieve the desired goals. Cooperation between the government and the private sector Relying on Identify the capabilities and advantages lies in the country, Using the experience of successful countries, Encourage and motivate firms To changes in technology, productivity and production of products with high added value and providing the conditions for innovation will create a revolution in Iran's technology exports.

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