about us Natural resources of any country together with the human resources are fundamental elements of economic development and grow, but among them only the mineral resources are not renewable. Therefore it is vitally important to apply the most effective scientific methods with sound technical and engineering principles to achieve the highest efficiency in utilizing all mineral resources. Approval of the law for establishment of Iranian Mining Engineering Organization (IMEO) by parliament on principals, together with encouraging the maximum participation of professional mining engineers in Iranian mining activities. Objectives and Responsibilities The main objective and responsibilities of IMEO are including: A More efficient utilization of non-renewable national mining resources. B Definition and classification of mining engineering occupational and professional activities. C Facilitating of promotion and upgrading professional engineering in mining. D Propagation of the fundamental sound technics in mining engineering. E Improving engineering services and and supervision for sustaining such improvements. F Improving technical knowledge of persons who are involved in mining sector. G Creating advanced technical regulations and supervising for implementation of them to ensure improvement on safety and hygien standards, efficiency, environmental protechtion and economy in mining industries. H Facilitating mutual cooperation between ministry of industries and mines and nongovernment professional and engineering organizations who are active in mining sector. I Providing foundations for contribution of mining experts in preparation and implementation of development plans for the country. J Promoting relations between Iranian and international mining engineering circles commissioning representative for mining scientific and technical events. Professional Licenses According to article No.4 of IMEO act, being a member of IMEO and holding a professional graded license,