Iran is preparing for the inauguration of Masoud Pezeshkian as its ninth president, scheduled for early August, following his victory in a runoff election against ultraconservative candidate Saeed Jalili. State media reported on Sunday that the swearing-in ceremony will take place on either August 4 or 5, with Pezeshkian having 15 days thereafter to present his proposed ministers to parliament for approval.
Pezeshkian, a 69-year-old reformist, secured more than 16 million votes, representing approximately 54% of the ballots cast, in the recent election. His opponent, Jalili, received more than 13 million votes, constituting about 44% of the total votes. The turnout for the election was reported at 49.8%, marking an increase from previous rounds.
In accordance with Iranian constitutional procedures, the president-elect must take an oath before parliament before officially assuming office. This ceremonial step follows an official endorsement from Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who holds the highest authority in the Islamic Republic.
Iran's presidency is a significant position, though ultimate authority remains vested in the supreme leader, a role currently held by Ayatollah Khamenei for over three decades. The president oversees the government's day-to-day affairs and represents the country internationally.
Leading Iranian newspapers prominently featured images of Pezeshkian on their front pages, emphasizing calls for national unity and solidarity under the president-elect's leadership. With preparations underway for the transition of power, Iran anticipates a new chapter under the leadership of Masoud Pezeshkian.
Pezeshkian, a 69-year-old reformist, secured more than 16 million votes, representing approximately 54% of the ballots cast, in the recent election. His opponent, Jalili, received more than 13 million votes, constituting about 44% of the total votes. The turnout for the election was reported at 49.8%, marking an increase from previous rounds.
In accordance with Iranian constitutional procedures, the president-elect must take an oath before parliament before officially assuming office. This ceremonial step follows an official endorsement from Iran's supreme leader, Ayatollah Ali Khamenei, who holds the highest authority in the Islamic Republic.
Iran's presidency is a significant position, though ultimate authority remains vested in the supreme leader, a role currently held by Ayatollah Khamenei for over three decades. The president oversees the government's day-to-day affairs and represents the country internationally.
Leading Iranian newspapers prominently featured images of Pezeshkian on their front pages, emphasizing calls for national unity and solidarity under the president-elect's leadership. With preparations underway for the transition of power, Iran anticipates a new chapter under the leadership of Masoud Pezeshkian.
