Introduction to the Innovation Facilitation and Acceleration Commission

The Financing and Credit Commission is focused on identifying challenges related to the provision of financial and credit services by research and technology funds, proposing solutions to address these issues, and advancing development models for such services.
Key activities include liaising with banks and financial institutions, research and technology funds, other development funds, the Vice Presidency for Science, Technology and Knowledge-Based Economy, and the Innovation and Prosperity Fund. The Commission works to expand and strengthen financial instruments such as loans, guarantees, and third-party resource brokerage.

Example (Completed Action):
The Association submitted proposals to the Vice Presidency and the Innovation and Prosperity Fund regarding the financing and guarantee mechanisms for research and technology funds. Additional proposals were made to banks for enhanced engagement with these funds, and the Association actively participated in the “Knowledge-Based Production Leap” initiative.

Commission Members

Responsibilities and Areas of Engagement

  • Policy Development for Financing and Credit Instruments (in coordination with the Vice Presidency for Science and Technology, the Innovation and Prosperity Fund, the Central Bank of Iran, and the Research & Technology Fund Working Group)
  • Strengthening Legal Recognition and Presence of Research & Technology Funds through active participation in national working groups
  • Development of Financial and Credit Operations by facilitating stronger relationships between funding providers (government, banks, and financial entities) and stakeholders
  • Follow-up on Topics Related to Loans and Guarantees
  • Enhancing Engagement with Relevant Government Bodies and Institutions