VOL. XLIII

No. 02

10-January-2000

IRAN

Iranian Cabinet Adopts Long-Term Plan To Improve Air Quality In Tehran

On 2 January the Iranian cabinet adopted a 10-15 year plan to cut air pollution in Tehran, which would take effect immediately. The plan comprises seven different programs, which the cabinets pollution control committee is expected to prioritize in mid-January.

Air pollution is a key target for the Tehran municipal authorities. The city is largely surrounded by mountains, which help to...