Accountability and Transparency
The latest news and views about accountability and transparency in Iran, particularly among government executives and state bodies.
Officials Join Social Media Campaign against Nepotism in Iran
Several Iranian officials have responded to the social media campaign #Where_Is_Your_Child, which aims to shed light on nepotism that some believe plagues the country and is partly to blame for rampant corruption and mismanagement.
Iranian Anti-Corruption NGO Launches Petition Website
The Iranian corruption watchdog Justice and Transparency Watch has launched a petition website aimed at enabling the 80-million nation to issue demands from the government and other state organs.
Iran Working on Plan to Oblige Officials to Restitute Ill-Gotten Gains
An Iranian lawmaker has expressed support for a plan which calls for the restitution of the properties illegally gained by Iranian officials.
Top Iranian Cleric Urges Officials to Stay Away from Aristocracy
A representative of Iran’s Leader has urged authorities to distance themselves from aristocracy and lead a simple life, and remain open to criticism even if they are the Leader’s representative.