About us

The Iran–Austria Joint Chamber of Commerce began its activities on March 19, 2018, with a clear objective: to establish, develop, and strengthen business, industrial, and economic ties between business communities in Iran and Austria, while providing a platform to facilitate, support, and expand bilateral engagement.

From the outset, our vision has extended beyond the needs of today. We have worked to develop a modern outlook and transform the Chamber into a dynamic, forward-looking, and value-driven organization—one that goes beyond its traditional role to serve as a platform connecting the capabilities, opportunities, and business communities of both countries.

In line with this vision, the Iran–Austria Joint Chamber of Commerce has focused on strategic networking and creating meaningful opportunities for engagement, continuously organizing a range of specialized programs and events—from roundtable discussions and B2B meetings to professional seminars and webinars, as well as business delegations and joint events.

We believe that sustainable economic relationships begin with effective communication and mutual understanding. Our mission is therefore to create a platform where business communities from both countries can better understand one another, identify new opportunities, and develop their cooperation in a sustainable and value-creating way.

The Iran–Austria Joint Chamber of Commerce – bridging the gap between opportunities and real-world collaboration.

Our Values

At the Iran–Austria Joint Chamber of Commerce, we believe that sustainable development is first and foremost built on people, trust, and collaboration. That is why our organizational values are grounded in human dignity, mutual trust, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
We continuously review and improve our ways of working, raise our professional standards, and foster an environment in which accountability, constructive collaboration, and continuous learning are integral parts of our organizational culture.
Our values guide our decisions and shape the way we conduct ourselves:
Human Dignity: We consider respect for people, their perspectives, and their individual capabilities to be the foundation of our interactions.
Mutual Trust: We regard trust as a fundamental asset for building sustainable relationships and effective collaboration.
Teamwork: We believe that meaningful achievements are driven by combining capabilities and working together as a coordinated team.
Continuous Improvement: We consider no process final and continuously seek ways to enhance the quality and effectiveness of our performance.
Social Responsibility: We view economic activity alongside our social responsibilities and remain mindful of the impact our decisions and actions have on society.

Focused on Goals, Flexible in Execution: We set clear and ambitious objectives and remain determined in pursuing them. At the same time, we maintain the flexibility and innovative mindset needed to adapt our approach to changing circumstances.
Organizational Discipline: We consider structure, accountability, and adherence to organizational frameworks essential to professional and effective performance. We are committed to respecting organizational structures, clearly defined roles, and established lines of responsibility.
We are committed to values that not only shape the quality of our work today but also define the path toward the Chamber’s continued growth and development.

Our approach and priorities

As an Iranian organization with an international outlook, we strive to play an effective and forward-looking role in strengthening bilateral relations by developing a deep understanding of our members’ needs, economic developments, and the cooperation potential between Iran and Austria.
Our approach is built around professional service delivery, continuous learning, constructive engagement, and the creation of new opportunities. Accordingly, we pursue our strategic priorities across the following areas:

Enhancing Member and Stakeholder Satisfaction: Continuously improving service quality and delivering a valuable, professional, and responsive experience for our members and all relevant stakeholders.
Social Responsibility: Designing and implementing targeted programs and initiatives that advance our social responsibilities and create meaningful value for society.
Risk and Opportunity Management: Identifying and mitigating process-related risks while systematically identifying and strategically leveraging opportunities to achieve our objectives and further develop the Chamber’s activities.
Continuous Monitoring of Economic and Trade Developments: Continuously monitoring economic and trade developments in Iran and Austria and translating these insights into practical solutions that facilitate and strengthen bilateral trade relations.
Education and Knowledge Development: Expanding the Chamber’s role in training, knowledge transfer, and awareness-building while fostering a deeper understanding of cooperation potential and business opportunities with Austria.
Networking and Relationship Development: Building and expanding effective connections among business communities, specialized institutions, and relevant stakeholders in both countries.
Constructive Engagement with Relevant Authorities: Establishing professional, continuous, and trust-based relationships with relevant organizations, institutions, and authorities to create synergies and facilitate economic cooperation.
Our goal is to translate these approaches into tangible and effective initiatives—initiatives that create real and sustainable value for Chamber members, the business community, and ultimately for economic relations between Iran and Austria.

Our commitment to the members and the future of the Chamber

The presence and membership of prominent figures and respected Iranian business leaders, together with the leading position of the Iran–Austria Joint Chamber of Commerce among bilateral chambers, represent more than an achievement for us. They also carry a significant responsibility and a strong commitment to maintaining and further strengthening this position.
This trust drives us to consistently go beyond existing standards and continuously enhance the quality, diversity, and effectiveness of our services by reviewing and improving the way we work.
Our goal is to provide services that go beyond addressing our members’ current needs and create new opportunities for growth, networking, learning, and business development.
We seek to understand the needs of our members and business owners in depth and provide differentiated, specialized, and practical services that reflect the realities of today’s business environment. At the same time, we aim to further strengthen the Chamber’s position as a trusted and value-creating partner for the business community.
For us, a leading position is not the end of the journey; it is the starting point for an even more ambitious path forward.

Together, We Are Stronger.

We believe that trust is an organization’s most valuable asset and the foundation of sustainable relationships. At the Iran–Austria Joint Chamber of Commerce, we consider professional and responsible service delivery possible only when all members of our secretariat, management, and team not only bring the required expertise and skills but also uphold our organizational values and principles of professional ethics.

Our Code of Ethics represents a shared commitment to our members, partners, stakeholders, and clients. It guides the way we behave, make decisions, and deliver our services in our day-to-day activities.

Our ethical principles

Confidentiality and Privacy: Protecting personal and organizational information and maintaining confidentiality are integral to our professional standards.

Commitment and Accountability: We honor our commitments, particularly in service delivery, and take responsibility for our performance and actions.

Human Dignity and Respect: Respect for the dignity, individuality, and rights of every person, regardless of their position or circumstances, is at the heart of our professional conduct.

Service Excellence: We view delivering services to high-quality standards not merely as a professional duty, but as an ethical commitment to our members and stakeholders.

Fairness and Integrity in Business Dealings: We uphold the principle of fairness in contracts and business interactions and refrain from improper transactions and unprofessional conduct.

Honesty and Transparency: We act with honesty, fairness, and openness and avoid any form of deception, ambiguity, or misleading conduct in all our interactions.

Openness to Feedback and Accountability: We recognize our members’ right to provide feedback and criticism. Being receptive to feedback, remaining accountable, and taking steps to address the consequences or harm arising from our actions are integral to our responsibility.

Speed, Accuracy, and Ease of Service: We strive to deliver our services with the highest possible level of speed, accuracy, convenience, and quality, while providing our members with a professional and satisfying experience.

Effective Information and Advisory Support: We recognize our members’ right to access relevant information and are committed to providing it in a transparent, accurate, complete, and timely manner, while also offering the guidance and training they require.

Respect for Members’ Choices and Needs: We value the perspectives, needs, and preferences of our members. Through service diversification, flexibility, and openness to their suggestions and requirements, we respect and support their freedom of choice.

A shared commitment

These principles are more than a set of written rules; they are the standard that guides our behavior and decisions in every interaction.

We believe that the deeper trust, respect, integrity, and accountability are embedded within our organization, the greater our capacity to create value and deliver effective services.

Together, we work more professionally. Together, we build trust. And together, we are stronger.