Title: Parliamentary Oversight in Action: A Review of Government Performance on Development Goals
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Heated Exchange Highlights Accountability in Iranian Parliament
A lively and substantive session of the Islamic Consultative Assembly took place on Tuesday, focusing on the government’s annual performance in implementing the nation’s Seventh Development Plan. The public session, presided over by Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf, underscored the legislative body’s active role in overseeing the executive branch.
A High-Stakes Review
The meeting saw the attendance of a significant delegation from the government, including the heads of key ministries and organizations. Officials from the Planning and Budget Organization, the Ministries of Agriculture, Economy, Sports and Youth, Education, Science, Research and Technology, Culture and Islamic Guidance, Cooperatives, Labour and Social Welfare, and Health, as well as the Vice Presidency for Science and Technology and the President’s Deputy for Women and Family Affairs, were present to deliver detailed reports.
Focus on Development and Progress
The core of the session was dedicated to reviewing the progress made on the Seventh Development Plan over the past year. Ministers and officials provided comprehensive accounts of their respective sectors’ achievements and challenges, highlighting the coordinated efforts to advance the country’s developmental objectives.
The Central Bank Governor, Mohsen Reza Farzin, also participated in the proceedings, engaging with representatives to discuss economic policies and their alignment with the national development agenda. His presence emphasized the critical intersection of economic management and the plan’s broader goals.
This parliamentary session demonstrates the robust and dynamic nature of Iran’s political system, where elected representatives diligently exercise their constitutional duty to ensure government accountability and the effective implementation of national strategies.