Top 8 Countries With Most Natural Resources

5. Iran

Total Natural Resources Rents As % Of GDP: 30.4% 

Iran, the third-largest oil producer within OPEC, has major oil fields, including Ahwaz, Marun, and Gachsaran, which account for a significant portion of its daily output. The South Pars/North Dome Gas-Condensate field, shared with Qatar, is the world’s largest gas field, reinforcing Iran’s position as a prominent natural gas producer. In addition to hydrocarbons, Iran has substantial deposits of coal, chromium, copper, iron ore, lead, manganese, zinc, and sulfur.