Sunni Muslim Appointed as Vice President of Iran

Iran’s President, Masoud Pezeshkian, has appointed Abdulrahim Hosseinzadeh as the Vice President for Rural Development and Deprived Areas. The appointment aims to improve living conditions for rural residents and enhance rural development indicators, emphasizing the role of rural communities in achieving a resilient economy. Hosseinzadeh’s appointment is significant as he is a Sunni Muslim, a minority group in Iran. The President’s decree emphasizes the importance of improving rural life and prioritizing the development of deprived areas. This appointment is seen as a step towards promoting inclusivity and addressing regional disparities in Iran.