Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian, after nearly two weeks in office, has submitted his proposed cabinet to Parliament, emphasizing the importance of unity and cooperation between the government and lawmakers. In a meeting with lawmakers, Pezeshkian stressed that his ministerial picks were made after thorough consultations with top officials and called for parliamentary support to close the gap between the people and the government. The vote of confidence is expected on August 21.
Cabinet Selection and Parliamentary Vote
Less than two weeks after taking office, Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian submitted the list of his proposed ministers to Parliament on August 11. The Parliament is set to convene for a formal session to hold a vote of confidence for the 19 ministerial nominees. Pezeshkian stressed the importance of close collaboration between his administration and the Parliament to effectively address the nation’s challenges. He emphasized that each ministerial nominee was selected after thorough consultations with senior authorities, reflecting his commitment to a “national consensus.”
National Consensus and Expectations from Lawmakers
Pezeshkian underscored that his administration has honored its promise of “national consensus” by engaging in consultations with high-level authorities before finalizing the cabinet. He now expects lawmakers to demonstrate their commitment by approving his cabinet, thus supporting the administration’s efforts to close the gap between the government and the people. The president highlighted that public satisfaction is a priority for his government, and he called on the Parliament to support this mission through a vote of confidence.
Potential Continuation of Key Security Official
In an important development, Pezeshkian is reportedly likely to retain conservative Ali Akbar Ahmadian as the secretary of Iran’s Supreme National Security Council (SNSC), a key position overseeing national security and foreign policy. According to Amwaj.Media, this decision is said to be influenced by Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who advised Pezeshkian to keep Ahmadian in his current role for one or two years. Sources from both Reformist and conservative circles have confirmed the likelihood of Ahmadian’s retention, though they also noted that changes could occur depending on future developments.
Pezeshkian’s Vision for Governance
Addressing a group of lawmakers, Pezeshkian emphasized that his administration is focused on resolving the country’s challenges without assigning blame. He stated that building trust with the public and ensuring dignity in all government interactions are top priorities for his government. The president also stressed the importance of implementing the national vision document, which he described as scientifically sound and invaluable for the country’s progress. He called for capable, knowledgeable, and experienced leaders to bring this vision to fruition, with the backing of Parliament.
Pezeshkian also highlighted the need for unity and collaboration within the government to overcome obstacles. He assured lawmakers that by working sincerely and as a team, setting aside internal conflicts, and focusing on serving the nation, divine support would follow. The president reiterated that his primary goal is to close the gap between the people and the authorities, ensuring public contentment. He emphasized that anyone, regardless of their political affiliations, who works to meet the needs of the public is contributing positively to the nation and the revolution.
