Hamid Qanbari, the Iranian Deputy Foreign Minister for Diplomatic Affairs, asserts that the United States has not gained economic benefits from the previous nuclear deal signed in 2015. He emphasizes that for any future agreement to be sustainable, it is essential for the U.S. to achieve economic advantages from the deal. During a meeting with heads of commerce committees, Qanbari highlighted that these economic benefits should be found in areas that promise high and quick returns. He warned that if proposed sectors are overly challenging or economically modest, or if they carry significant internal sensitivities, a viable agreement is unlikely to emerge.

Qanbari insisted that the areas of proposed economic cooperation should have lower internal sensitivities. He cited the energy sector, including oil and gas, mining investments, and certain sectors related to urban development as examples of potential fields for collaboration. Additionally, he mentioned that the purchase of aircraft could be a component of the agreement, indicating a wide range of possible negotiations.

On the issue of frozen funds, Qanbari confirmed that their release would be an integral part of any potential deal. He stated, "We have various formulas, where it could either be a lump sum at the beginning of the agreement or structured differently," indicating a willingness to negotiate terms regarding the financial assets that Iran has been unable to access due to sanctions.