TEHRAN: The Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi has pledged "serious openings" for the Islamic Republic, after votes of confidence for the majority of his proposed cabinet from Parliament,

"Due to the conditions of the country over Covid resurgence and economic difficulties in the living conditions of people, it was necessary for the government to be formed immediately in order to reduce the problems and change the conditions in favour of the people," Raisi said. He  added, "Serious openings are underway and we will see a change in people's lives, and this is possible and achievable." Raisi said.

The President added that Ministries controlling the livelihood, economy, welfare and health of people are at the forefront and will begin their work quickly, He said that the nomination of proposed ministers was based on the efficiency criteria, like expertise, anti-corruption and honesty with people. "The lawmakers better to know that the issue of anti-corruption is important and central for people," Raisi said, stressing that he will not tolerate the slightest corruption.

The Iranian lawmakers on Wednesday gave votes of confidence to 18 out of 19 Ministers proposed by Raisi, according to Parliament's website.

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