People expect Parliament to cooperate with new government
By Ebrahim Beheshti
Staff writer
The ball is now in Parliament’s court as it gears up to review and vote on the proposed ministers of Iran’s new government. In the wake of the unveiling of President Masoud Pezeshkian’s 19-member cabinet, a mix of reactions from supporters and critics has given way to anticipation ahead of the crucial parliamentary votes, likely to take place next Wednesday.
With the proposed cabinet’s diverse composition and the president’s emphasis on national cooperation to tackle domestic and foreign challenges, there’s a palpable sense of public expectation for Parliament to set aside partisan politics and facilitate a smooth vote of confidence for the incoming ministers.
Right from the outset of his election campaign, Pezeshkian championed an interactive approach, both domestically and on the global stage. He has consistently argued that the root of many longstanding issues lies in political discord and the absence of a national consensus on critical matters. As such, he believes that resolving these deep-seated problems and propelling Iran toward progress hinges on forging consensus among political factions and pillars of power in the Islamic Republic.
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