Five Economic Priorities for Next Government

Creation of economic growth and employment, sustainable control of inflation, eradication of poverty via non-inflationary methods, campaign against corruption and unemployment reduction must be placed on the agenda of the next government, says the director of Sharif Business Think Tnk. 
“The past decade can be referred to as a period in which opportunities were lost. The average purchasing power of Iranians decreased by 40%. However, recalling these figures would only give way to disappointment. We believe there is greater opportunity for an economic surgery and structural reforms amid crises than in normal times,” Ali Marvi was also quoted as saying by Mehr News Agency.   
Noting that his think tank had already warned about high inflation rates due to the rise in money supply and misguided forex policies, the economist said, “Collaboration with policymakers has never been effective. Conflict of interest, and not lack of knowledge, is the hurdle in the way of economic development. We need to clear this hurdle by demanding good governance by improving social accountability. It is our hope to see members of the public call out on future decision-makers to take responsibility for their incorrect policies, no matter what party they represent.”