Will Iran’s new president fulfill his promises? | Inside Story
Iran has elected a new president. Masoud Pezeshkian has been described by many as a moderate candidate – who’s been promising social reforms and engagement with the West. But in the Iranian system, it’s the Supreme leader – not the president – who has the final say. So, will Pezeshkian’s election bring any shift in policy? And how will he deal with the many economic and political challenges facing Iran?
Presenter: Dareen Abughaida
Guests:
Foad Izadi – Head of the American Studies Department at the University of Tehran and a Specialist in US-Iran related issues.
Roxane Farmanfarmaian – Lecturer in Modern Middle East Politics at the University of Cambridge and a Specialist in Middle East Security.
Mehran Kamrava – Professor of Government at Georgetown University in Qatar.
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