President Masoud Pezeshkian, speaking after the first meeting of the heads of the branches in the year 1404 (2025) on Saturday, said these meetings are held weekly to address key issues for the executive, legislative and judicial branches, yielding positive results.

This week’s focus was pursuing the year’s slogan and preparing for investment and public participation in each branch’s work.

He expressed confidence that, with strong coordination among the three branches and the guidance of the Supreme Leader, they would overcome most challenges. “We are determined to achieve our goals, and the existing unity among the branches will help,” he added.

Ensuring security for investors 

Gholamhossein Mohseni-Ejei, head of the judiciary, said he hopes that in 1404, with coordination among state institutions, public resolve and officials’ efforts, significant progress will be made toward the year’s slogan, improving economic indicators—particularly livelihoods. He stressed that security is a key factor for production-sector investment, requiring both legal safeguards and enforcement, including oversight by regulatory and judicial bodies.

He emphasized the need to provide liquidity for production growth, stating that it must be sourced correctly, such as through the banking system. The government, Central Bank of Iran and Economy Ministry are working to direct bank facilities toward productive activities and prevent liquidity from flowing into unproductive or speculative sectors.

Relying on domestic investors 

Mohammad-Baqer Qalibaf, Parliament speaker, noted that for over 30 years, the Leader has designated annual slogans, with more than 17 focused on the economy. This year’s slogan centers on investment security and production as critical priorities. He said investment should not be treated in isolation, as the economy is an interconnected system.

While acknowledging the importance of foreign investment, he said that given current limitations, domestic investors should be prioritized alongside neutralizing sanctions. Small-scale domestic capital can facilitate larger investments in major projects, such as in energy, mining and transportation.