Iran Imports Over 3 Tonnes of Gold from China in the First Five Months of 2025

Official data released by China’s General Administration of Customs revealed that Iran imported more than 3 tonnes of gold from China during the first five months of 2025.

Detailed trade figures showed that Iran purchased approximately 2.25 tonnes of raw gold in January and February 2025, valued at around $201 million, while no gold imports from China to Iran were recorded during the same period last year.

This development places China as the third-largest exporter of gold to Iran, following Turkey and the United Arab Emirates, aligning with Tehran’s strategy to strengthen its gold reserves and diversify its international asset portfolio.

Despite an overall decline in bilateral trade between Tehran and Beijing, the notable rise in gold imports underscores Iran’s focus on bolstering its bullion reserves.

Economic analysts believe this move is part of a new political and economic framework adopted by Iran, aimed at countering Western sanctions and reinforcing its monetary base through tangible assets.