TEHRAN (Iran News) Speaking upon return from a three-day visit to Pakistan on Friday, Ghalibaf said, “If border markets are developed and trade with Pakistan flourishes, a major part of the insecurity and border challenges between the two countries will be definitely resolved because when borders become hubs of legal and large-scale economic activity, smuggling and insecurity are minimized.”

Ghalibaf’s trip began on Wednesday at the official invitation of Pakistan’s National Assembly Speaker Sardar Sadiq.

During the visit, he held extensive meetings with senior Pakistani officials, including Acting President and Senate Chairman Yusuf Raza Gilani, Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, and Chief of Army Staff Asim Munir.

“One of the main purposes of this visit was to express appreciation to the people and officials of Pakistan for their valuable positions during the 12-day war against the Zionist regime (of Israel),” Ghalibaf said, adding that wherever the Iranian delegation met with the public, “they expressed happiness over Iran’s strong and decisive response to the Zionist regime’s aggression.”

The parliament speaker said political, economic, and security issues were discussed during the meetings.

He also took part in economic sessions attended by Iranian and Pakistani traders and chambers of commerce in Islamabad, describing the talks as “very useful and constructive.”” economic growth”

Ghalibaf further noted that the visit also followed up on the implementation of 12 cooperation documents signed during President Masoud Pezeshkian’s recent trip to Pakistan.

“Good progress has been made in this regard, especially in areas such as free trade and barter, which were discussed in detail,” he added.

The post Speaker calls for boosting Iran-Pakistan border trade to ensure security and economic growth appeared first on Iran News Daily.

TEHRAN (Iran News) He criticized the practice of approving laws that cannot be implemented effectively. “It is unacceptable for the Parliament to pass laws that lack practical applicability. This approach is neither logical nor beneficial,” he stated. He stressed that lawmakers should adopt a pragmatic approach, ensuring that legislation aligns with the realities of governance and society’s needs.

He further noted that “the first violator of impractical laws is the lawmaker themselves,” urging Parliament to avoid this contradiction. “Such behavior creates the initial obstacle to rule of law in society,” he added.

Describing the Parliament’s Research Center as the “detached intellect” of the legislature, Qalibaf underscored its broader significance. “This center doesn’t just belong to the Parliament but is a resource for the Islamic Revolution and the nation’s governing system,” he said. He called on the center to devise strategic frameworks that reflect on past, present, and future challenges, ensuring sustainable progress.

Qalibaf lauded the center’s initiatives, such as the establishment of a governance school, innovation hubs, a student parliament, and public opinion polling units. He encouraged their expansion, emphasizing that such efforts contribute to informed decision-making and robust policy development.

He stressed the necessity of prioritizing foreign policy in legislative considerations. “Supreme Leader Ayatollah Khamenei has repeatedly emphasized the importance of foreign policy, and the Parliament must heed this directive,” he said. The Speaker also highlighted the need for a collaborative approach in lawmaking, advocating for “collective wisdom and crowd-sourcing” to create laws that resonate with society.

In his remarks, Qalibaf noted the critical role of young talent within the Research Center, urging them to blend theoretical knowledge with practical experience by engaging with seasoned experts. “We require both theoretical and practical wisdom to succeed,” he said.

The Speaker called for stronger collaboration between the Parliament’s Research Center and the executive branch. He highlighted President Masoud Pezeshkian’s emphasis on using comprehensive national plans as a framework for cooperation. “Our shared foundation is the macro policies of the system and the Seventh Development Plan,” he said, referring to the country’s long-term roadmap for economic and social progress.

Qalibaf praised the Research Center’s contributions to the Seventh Development Plan, describing it as a collective effort that reflects past realities. However, he acknowledged existing debates, such as whether the plan’s target of 8% economic growth is achievable. “With proper investment and productivity improvements, at least 4% of this target is attainable,” he argued.

The Seventh Development Plan, according to Qalibaf, serves as a “national covenant” requiring collective commitment. He cited public cooperation in energy conservation as an example of citizens’ willingness to support national initiatives when approached effectively.

He emphasized the importance of engaging the public in policymaking, noting that laws must be rooted in both societal acceptance and Islamic principles. “The foundation of legislation must stem from Sharia, and we continue to pursue this objective,” he said.

In closing, Qalibaf reiterated the need for evidence-based policymaking grounded in robust research. He urged the Research Center to prioritize logical reasoning, high academic standards, and humility in its work, asserting that these qualities would enhance the center’s credibility and contribute to its researchers’ professional and personal fulfillment.

Looking ahead, he announced plans for field visits to the Research Center, aiming to strengthen ties and oversee its activities firsthand. “By embedding research within the heart of society, we can ensure that our laws and priorities address real needs and achieve meaningful impact,” he concluded.

The Speaker’s remarks reflect a broader commitment to enhancing Iran’s legislative processes, ensuring they are informed by rigorous research and aligned with practical realities. By fostering collaboration between institutions and engaging the public, Iran’s Parliament aims to build a governance framework that is both effective and inclusive.

The post Majlis Speaker Urges Practical Legislation appeared first on Iran News Daily.

“Therefore, the return of the United States to the deal is not important to us…. It is the practical and tangible lifting of sanctions that really matters,” he added.

Referring to the recent remarks by the Leader of the Islamic Revolution, Ghalibaf said Ayatollah Khamenei’s advice “clarified the roadmap for all the authorities in fulfilling the demands of the people.”

“It became clear to everyone that the main strategy in the face of the enemy is to neutralize sanctions, which is also a prelude to the lifting of sanctions,” he said, adding that to lift sanctions, the country must increase its power in different sectors, including the nuclear industry.

Ghalibaf warned the European countries that have been following the US’ hawkish policies against Iran and said, “The Western front should know that it must recognize the rights of the Iranian people; if not, it should be prepared to pay the appropriate price.”

The nuclear agreement was signed in 2015 between Iran and six world states — namely the US, Germany, France, Britain, Russia, and China — and was ratified in the form of Security Council Resolution 2231.

However, US President Donald Trump pulled the US out of the JCPOA in May 2018 and reinstated the anti-Iran sanctions that had been lifted by the deal.

In return, Iran has reduced its obligations to the deal but has expressed its readiness to reverse the suspension of its commitments only if the US returns to the agreement and lifts all sanctions without any preconditions or if the European co-chairs manage to protect business ties with Iran as part of their contractual obligations.

The post Sanctions removal matters, not US return to JCPOA appeared first on Iran News Daily.

“We have to come up with different ways to deal with the economic issues caused by sanctions,” he said adding that it is not a viable solution to simply and optimistically wait for the lifting of sanctions.

“Today, our main strategy is the nullifying of the sanctions, that we must do such measures with effort and courage”, Ghalibaf underlined.

“In order to overcome the sanctions, we must strengthen each and every one of the Iranian people, and as the Leader said, it is by nullifying the sanctions that the lifting of the sanctions can be achieved”, he explained.

The post Nullifying US sanctions, Iran’s strategy appeared first on Iran News Daily.

According To Iran News, The Speaker of the Polish Parliament expressed hope that bilateral relations with Iran return to normal after the pandemic is over.

The Speaker of the Polish Parliament Elżbieta Witek congratulated Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf on his election as the Iranian parliamentary speaker and expressed unity in the fight against the coronavirus outbreak.

“It is very important that we work with the spirit of international unity in such a difficult situation amid the global pandemic, with this in mind, I would like to express our full solidarity with the people of Iran who are deeply involved in this conflict,” she noted.

She further expressed hope that the relations between the two parliaments return to normal conditions after the pandemic is over.

The post Poland hopes relations with Iran return to normal after pandemic appeared first on Iran News Daily.

According To Iran News, Iranian Parliament Speaker Mohammad Bagher Ghalibaf held a phone talk with the Chairman of the Senate of Pakistan Muhammad Sadiq Sanjrani on the expansion of bilateral cooperation.

The two sides discussed the developments in the region, the need for the unity of Asian parliamentary leaders to ensure collective welfare, and the latest developments on combating coronavirus.

Noting that the outbreak of coronavirus in Iran has caused some problems for the country, Sanjrani stressed the need to lift sanctions against Iran.

He also reiterated that the people, parliament, and government of Pakistan are calling for the lifting of sanctions on Iran.

He stressed the need to develop relations and expand cooperation in various fields, including parliament.

Sanjrani and Ghalibaf called for strengthening ties between Iran and Pakistan.

The two sides discussed ways to increase relations, especially the development of border exchanges between the two countries.

Referring to the need to strengthen Tehran-Islamabad cooperation and as well as cooperation between the two countries in international forums, Sanjrani expressed hope that close ties between Iran and Pakistan will expand further during the new presidency of Iranian Parliament.

The post Iran, Pakistan discuss latest regional developments appeared first on Iran News Daily.