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Child Malnutrition Plummets 42% Among Under-Fives: A Major Win for Health!
A national child care nutrition program in Iran has achieved a 42% reduction in malnutrition rates among children under five. Deputy Health Minister Alireza Raeisi highlighted the importance of monitoring nutritional status using anthropometric indicators. Current rates of underweight, wasting, and stunting are low, at 4.3% each for underweight and wasting, and 4.8% for stunting. The program, launched in fall 2023, has increased funding significantly and expanded its reach from 134,000 to 200,000 children. Despite these improvements, global malnutrition trends indicate that more efforts are needed to meet international targets, emphasizing the importance of ongoing data collection and interventions.
Iran Soars to Second Place in 3D Printing Publications Among Islamic Nations
A recent Web of Science report highlights Iran’s significant progress in 3D printing, with 606 publications over the past decade, ranking second among Islamic nations and 22nd globally. Key contributors include the University of Tehran and Amirkabir University, each with 83 publications. Iran also leads Islamic nations in 4D printing and ranks second in Industry 5.0 publications. Additionally, Iran excels in neural networks, ranking first among Islamic countries with 17,458 publications, and shows strong results in AI, machine learning, and robotics. The country’s scientific output in these fields has notably increased over the last decade, driven by top universities.
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Iran Rises in 2024: Enhanced Government AI Readiness Boosts Global Ranking
Iran has improved its position in the Oxford Insights Government AI Readiness Index, ranking 91st among 188 countries, up three spots from last year. This report highlights the importance of AI in enhancing governance. Iran excels in the Data and Infrastructure pillar with a score of 66.29 but has lower scores in the Technology and Government pillars. Regionally, Iran moved from 17th to 16th place. Additionally, Iran plans to establish its first AI park in Tehran within two years, aimed at showcasing technological advancements and providing AI-related services, indicating a commitment to leveraging AI for better public service delivery.
Iran Champions Marine Conservation at MEPC: A Commitment to Protecting Our Oceans
In a significant development for environmental protection, Ali Mousavi, the representative of Iran to the International Maritime Organization (IMO), recently addressed the Extraordinary Session of the Marine Environment Protection Committee (MEPC). His remarks emphasized the crucial importance of safeguarding the marine environment, highlighting Iran’s commitment to balancing international obligations with the necessity of reducing greenhouse…
WFP Commits to Empower Iran in Refugee Support Initiatives
Maysaa Alghribawy, the new World Food Program (WFP) representative in Iran, reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to aiding Iran as a major host for refugees, highlighting the necessity for enhanced cooperation. During her credential presentation on January 12, Iranian Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi stressed the importance of collaboration to tackle humanitarian crises in West Asia. Nader Yar-Ahmadi, head of Iran’s National Organization for Migration, noted the influx of around 4,000 Afghans daily, with approximately six million Afghans currently residing in Iran. He expressed concerns about the strain on resources and called for international support to address the refugee situation effectively.
