Masud Pezeshkian Sworn in as New President of the Islamic Republic of Iran

Masud Pezeshkian Sworn in as New President of the Islamic Republic of Iran

In foreign policy, he reaffirmed that his priority will be to boost relations with neighbors and pointed out that he advocates a strong region, without foreign presence or intervention.

Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, took the oath on Tuesday after winning the second round of the presidential election held early on 5 July.

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“I will dedicate myself to the service of the people, to the honor of the country, to propagate religion and morality, and in support of truth and justice,” Pezeshkian declared.

He also said that he wanted “constructive and effective interaction with the world based on dignity, wisdom and convenience».

The ceremony began with a speech by the President of the Parliament, Mohamad Baqer Qalibaf, He stressed that the elections in which Pezeshkian was elected were held in a calm atmosphere, which he said was a sign of stability in the country.

During his swearing-in ceremony, Iran’s new president, Masoud Pezeshkian, said those who are supporting the killers of women and children in Gaza are in no position to lecture others on humanity and tolerance. pic.twitter.com/wlphAxVCYL

— Press TV (@PressTV) July 30, 2024

The inauguration ceremony was attended by 110 foreign delegations, including leaders, high-ranking officials and special envoys from 88 countries, The Committee also welcomes the Commission’s proposal to extend the European Parliament’s powers to include a number of Member States in the Fifth Framework Programme.

The head of state will have a period of 15 days to submit his proposal for ministers to parliament, which will vote on a case-by-case basis The Cabinet posts between late August and late September.

The 69-year-old doctor formally began his four-year term as the ninth president of Iran on Sunday after being ratified by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ayatollah Seyyed Ali Khamenei.

Foreign guests rush to celebrate Iran’s President Pezeshkian right after his speech following taking oath. pic.twitter.com/Th1qWdoypT

— Press TV (@PressTV) July 30, 2024

Following the death of President Ebrahim Raisi, Pezeshkian received 53.7 percent of the vote, according to the final results announced by the Interior Ministry.