What role does parliament play in Iran? | Inside Story
Iran’s parliamentary elections look set to be a major test for the government.
While anti-establishment candidates aren’t expected to win many seats, a low voter turnout could indicate widespread discontent.
In 2022 the country was rocked by mass protests and many Iranians are still calling for reforms.
So, how is the government responding? And what lies ahead for the Islamic Republic?
Presenter: Hashem Ahelbarra
Guests:
Mohammad Marandi — Professor at the University of Tehran and and Iranian political analyst
Roxane Farmanfarmaian — Professor of International Relations and Modern Middle East Politics at the University of Cambridge
Adnan Tabatabai — Iranian affairs analyst and chief executive of CARPO, a think tank focused on the Middle East
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