The ministerial appointment ensures immediate leadership continuity at
the state-owned petrochemical regulatory body.
Dual Portfolio Management
According to the official text of the decree released by the ministry,
Shakeri will assume the top executive responsibilities at the NPC while
concurrently maintaining his primary role within the petroleum ministry's senior
leadership.
In the directive, Paknejad cited Shakeri’s professional background,
commitment, and valuable administrative track record as the core drivers behind
the selection.
Focus on Operational Continuity
The ministerial mandate outlines clear expectations for the interim
leadership period, tasking Shakeri with maintaining steady operational momentum
across the sector. The decree emphasizes the following priorities:
- Asset
Utilization: Leveraging the full technical and
administrative capabilities of the existing workforce and industry
specialists.
- Mission
Execution: Ensuring the precise governance of ongoing
corporate affairs and strict adherence to the company's strategic
industrial missions.
The interim appointment is expected to bridge the regulatory oversight
of the country's expanding petrochemical network until a permanent managing
director is formally designated.