Mohammad Baqer Ghalibaf, the Speaker of the Islamic Consultative Assembly, has recently been elected as the head of the negotiating team of the Islamic Republic of Iran. This election comes at a time when the closure of the Parliament over the past seven months has raised many questions and concerns among the people and experts.
Closure of the Parliament and Its Consequences
During this period, many of the duties and responsibilities of the Parliament have been suspended, and this body, which according to Imam Khomeini (RA) is "at the head of affairs," has been sidelined from the governance of the country. This situation is absolutely unacceptable, especially as the country faces economic and political challenges. In fact, the semi-closed status of the Parliament may lead to the deception and negligence of some relevant officials.
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Hosseini Shari'atmadari, the editor-in-chief of Kayhan, noted in an article that the Parliament, as the "essence of the virtues of the nation," should play a role in the major decision-making processes of the country. However, the question remains: what role has been assigned to the Parliament in the recent sensitive negotiations?
The Role of the Parliament in Negotiations and Challenges
Martyr Imam Khomeini (RA) emphasized the importance of the Parliament's role in negotiations and international interactions, introducing it as a heavy weight in the hands of governments. In this context, it is necessary to answer the question of how the Parliament has been able to pave the way for the government over the past seven months and what actions it has taken in the face of economic and political challenges.
Ghalibaf, as the head of the negotiating team, bears a heavy responsibility at this critical juncture. On one hand, he must oversee the activities of the negotiating team, and on the other hand, he himself holds the position of head of the negotiating team. This contradiction may negatively impact the quality of decision-making and could exacerbate the crisis.
Ultimately, the closure of the Parliament in the current situation could lead to serious consequences for the country. It seems that the election of Ghalibaf as the head of the negotiating team has somehow fueled the closure of the Parliament, and this issue requires reevaluation and more thorough investigations. Are these decisions in the best interest of the country, or conversely, will they lead to more problems?
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