Speaking on the sidelines of the funeral procession in Tehran,
Paknejad addressed the country's official leadership transition, following
events described as a significant turning point in recent political history.
Industry Participation and Allegiance
Paknejad noted that executive leadership and workforce delegations
from across the oil, gas, and petrochemical sectors participated in the
national ceremonies.
The minister highlighted that public and industrial participation
during the multi-day proceedings served a dual institutional purpose:
- Honoring
Predecessor Leadership: Commemorating the late Supreme Leader's
dedication to national development and industrial resilience.
- Pledging
Allegiance to Successor: Formally renewing organizational commitment
and allegiance to his successor, Ayatollah Seyyed Mojtaba Khamenei.
Operational and Policy Continuity
Paknejad emphasized that the overarching strategic trajectory of the
Islamic Republic—including its industrial expansion, energy security
initiatives, and national infrastructure projects—will proceed without
disruption.
The minister concluded by stating that the institutional alignment
demonstrated across state sectors guarantees the authoritative and continuous
progression of national economic goals under the newly confirmed leadership.