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In this Persian-language interview, Om Omid Shokri outlines Iran's natural gas landscape and export ambitions. He notes that, unlike Russia's dispersed gas fields, Iran's reserves are highly concentrated, giving both strategic advantage and vulnerability. Shokri claims Iran's proven gas reserves now exceed Russia's and that Iran aims to become the second-largest OPEC exporter and the third-largest global gas exporter. He highlights the South Pars shared field with Qatar, stating that with sufficient investment and technology Iran could boost production by up to 330 million cubic meters per day by 2021. The discussion moves to market strategy: initially focusing on neighboring countries (e.g., Iraq, Pakistan) before targeting Europe and China in the longer term. Shokri mentions upcoming energy conferences in Tehran (2022) and London (Feb 2016) where new oil and gas contracts will be presented to foreign investors, emphasizing the readiness of companies like Shell and Shield to engage post‑sanctions. The tone is conversational yet data‑driven, reflecting cautious optimism about Iran's ability to capture a larger share of the global gas market.
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