Determination and ranking the influencing factors on fishery products export in Iran

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In order to make more use of non-oil exports potential of Iran, factors affecting the export of fishery products were identified by searching in library resources as well as interviewing with experts. After designing the questionnaire, its validity was confirmed by the exporters and experts. After completing the questionnaire, the data was analyzed by 35 statistical samples using Garrett ranking technique. The most important factors affecting the export of fishery products include improving international trade relations, reforming domestic customs laws and regulations, reducing production cost and inflation, increasing standards of production and processing, the possibility of attracting foreign investment, observing regulations and standards destination's quality and health, effective presence and special promotions in global markets, identifying and providing information on target export markets, and government support and oversight, respectively. Thus, the government, with its strong support from the fish exports sector, can attract international investment, improve international relations, and reduce inflation and production cost. Also, the field of reforming customs regulations, adequate knowledge and presence in export markets and regulations will also help to improve and increase exports.

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