Institute for New Governance and Economy

Where Thought Shapes Decisions

The Institute for New Governance and Economy is an independent institution focused on strategic research, policy analysis, and governance development, helping Iran move toward new development models through credible analysis, specialist advice, and policy dialogue.
Institute ProfileIndependent research institute · Established 1404 SH · Tehran, Iran

Why the institute was established

Iran stands at the intersection of economic, technological, and geopolitical change. Governance quality, institutional depth, and effective public policy now shape development, economic resilience, and social welfare. IGNE was established in response to this need.

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Vision

Toward 1410 SH

To become a trusted reference for analysis, advice, and policy research in governance, the new economy, and regional development in Iran through policy knowledge, expert networks, specialist dialogue, and evidence-informed advice.

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Mission

Connecting knowledge with decisions

To expand evidence-informed research and decision capacity in Iran and support the transition from institutional reform toward an innovative economy and balanced regional development through applied analysis, strategic advice, public-policy evaluation, and stronger exchange among academia, government, business, and specialist networks.

Core Functions

How the mission is delivered

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Applied analysis

Evidence and data for solving public problems

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Strategic advice

For decision-making and policymaking institutions

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Public-policy evaluation

Monitoring and assessing implemented policies

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Network development

Connecting academia, government, business, and experts

Strategic Goals 1405-1410 SH

The institute's direction

The strategic program defines the institute's horizon through four primary goals.

  1. 01

    Improve governance quality

    Analyze decision structures and advance data-informed governance

  2. 02

    Support the transition to a new economy

    Develop the knowledge economy, digital transformation, and innovative capacity

  3. 03

    Advance regional and provincial economies

    Reduce regional disparities and strengthen local advantages

  4. 04

    Build analytical authority

    Strengthen IGNE's place in policy research and expert networks

Guiding Principles

What gives our work credibility

The institute's internal governance rests on a clear set of professional and ethical principles.

  • Scientific and professional independence
  • Analytical quality and credibility
  • Transparency and accountability
  • Research ethics
  • Public responsibility
Organization Chart

The institute's governance structure

The institute is guided by two principal bodies: a senior authority for policy and an expert body for scientific direction.

Institute Governance

Board of Directors

The senior authority for policymaking and approval of major programs

Strategic and Scientific Council

The specialist advisory body for scientific direction and research priorities