Final Window Opens: Government Races to Resolve Justice Shares for Eligible Citizens
In a significant move to finalize a long-standing social equity program, the Iranian government has entered the final stages of resolving the status of citizens who were previously left out of the “Justice Shares” scheme.
A Plan Nearing Completion
According to a report by the analytical news platform Che Khabar, the Minister of Economic Affairs and Finance, Seyed Ali Madanizadeh, announced that the plan for the remaining beneficiaries has been nearly finalized in the Supreme Council of the Stock Market. It has also been reviewed by the government’s Economic Headquarters.
“During the review process, a series of points and issues were raised,” Madanizadeh stated. “The plan is set to be revised once more in the Supreme Council of the Stock Market before returning to the government for a final decision.”
Bureaucratic Process on a Deadline
While acknowledging that this bureaucratic process is naturally time-consuming, the Minister provided a clear timeline for its conclusion. He assured that the final settlement of this plan will be completed within the next two months, allowing the Ministry of Economy to focus on its other programs.
Prioritizing Existing Shareholders
Minister Madanizadeh emphasized that resolving the status of those left out is just one aspect of the government’s agenda. He pointed to a more immediate priority: the millions of current Justice Shares holders.
“The more important issue is the situation of those who currently hold Justice Shares but cannot properly benefit from them,” he said. “The government’s main priority in this area is to fulfill its past commitments.”
A Commitment to Current Citizens
Elaborating on the government’s policy, the Minister added, “We are currently accountable to 50 million people. We must first clarify our commitments to them. What good would it do to bring in new individuals if the same past problems persist?”
The core policy, therefore, is to first settle the rights and claims of the existing Justice Shares shareholders. Only after this is accomplished will the entry of the remaining beneficiaries be finalized and implemented. This step-by-step approach underscores the administration’s focus on delivering on its promises to the populace.