The newly founded Iran-Novin Party (INP), meaning "Party of New Iran" (Persian: حزب ایران نوین), emerged[1] in January 2023 through the efforts of Iranian members of the Farashgard Foundation and other exiled political activists[2] who sought to establish a new political party.[3][4]
The new Iran-Novin Party (INP) takes its name from the original Iran Novin Party (New Iran Party), which was founded in 1963 and dissolved in 1975.[5] The original party aimed to modernize Iran and sought to achieve this during its tenure in government from 1964 to 1975.[6]
History
editThe genesis of the newly formed Iran-Novin Party (INP) is rooted in the ideological stream known as "Pahlavism."[2][7] This means that the founders of the INP view themselves and their party as heirs to the Constitutional Revolution of 1906. They firmly believe that the two Pahlavi monarchs, Reza Shah Pahlavi and Mohammad Reza Shah Pahlavi, played pivotal roles in establishing constitutional frameworks in Iran. These efforts received strong support from patriotic Iranians dedicated to the nation’s reconstruction, resulting in significant achievements.
The members of the new Iran-Novin Party (INP) view themselves as heirs to this rich political legacy.[2]
Goals
editIn the wake of the massive protests by the people of Iran against the theocracy of the Islamic Republic in recent years, particularly in 2023, the Iran-Novin Party (INP) has committed itself to the abolition of the Islamic Republic and the establishment of a parliamentary, liberal, and democratic system as the most suitable form of government for the future of Iran.[2]
In terms of economic policy, the Iran-Novin Party advocates for economic liberalism.[2] According to the party, "maintaining the security of private property is one of the foundations of progress and development in society." Therefore, the Iran-Novin Party "considers the constitutionalists' wishes and the Pahlavi kings' valuable experience as its guiding principles, believing that the great Reza Shah played a remarkable role in realizing many constitutional ideals."
In contrast to some other Iranian political parties in exile,[8] which were directly involved in the overthrow of the constitutional monarchy in Iran and the founding of the Islamic Republic, the Iran-Novin Party completely condemns the Islamic Revolution of 1979 as an "ideological rebellion in which outdated Islamic fundamentalists and stateless communists played a significant role."[2]
Founding Congress
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To establish a democratically elected leadership and an official party platform voted on by its members, the 1st Congress of the Iran-Novin Party was held on October 27 and 28, 2023, in Brussels, Belgium.[9][10]
The opening speech was delivered by Yasmine Pahlavi, who reminded the members of the new Iran-Novin Party (INP) of the great tradition of the old Iran-Novin Party, whose members strived for the prosperity and well-being of all Iranians. She called on the new Iran-Novin Party (INP) to always remain committed to this important responsibility.[11][12]
At this congress, in addition to the election of other members of the party's leadership bodies,[13] Dr. Hamed Sheibanyrad[14] was elected as the first chairman of the Iran-Novin Party for a two-year term. After his election, he outlined the INP's upcoming work in three stages: actions leading to the collapse of the Islamic Republic regime; activities necessary for the first 100 days following the regime's fall, during the transition period to democracy; and long-term measures after the establishment of democracy in the country. The party program was also adopted.[2][15]
Other political parties, such as the "Constitutionalist Party of Iran - Liberal Democratic," and[16] the exiled Iranian Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, congratulated the Iran-Novin Party (INP) on its first congress.[17]
Political opinions
editThe following positions of the Iran-Novin Party can be highlighted from the party program adopted at the founding congress in October 2023:[18]
Country and state
edit• The Iran-Novin Party considers the country’s independence from the domination and influence of foreign governments or elements a national necessity and asserts its fundamental belief in Iran’s national and territorial integrity.
• The Iran-Novin Party recognizes the Persian language as the country’s national language based on historical evidence and does not see this as conflicting with the need to protect, strengthen, and expand other languages and dialects within the country.
• While believing in a market economy, the Iran-Novin Party considers government regulations and market operation under these regulations to be inevitable.
Government and politics
edit• The Iran-Novin Party upholds the values of liberal democracy in politics and views secularism as a vital and unavoidable foundation for it.
• The Iran-Novin Party believes that good governance requires the rule of law. It views a stable democracy as one that follows a democratic rule of law, based on the separation of powers and ensuring the fundamental rights of citizens.
• The Iran-Novin Party believes that adherence to the principles and provisions of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights is crucial for maintaining a stable political environment in Iran.
Economy and society
edit• The Iran-Novin Party considers competition and meritocracy in all political, social, and economic spheres essential for the country's progress.
• The Iran-Novin Party deems it necessary to establish public and private social security systems under government regulations.
• The Iran-Novin Party believes that the government has a fundamental duty to provide free education for all Iranian applicants, at least until the end of secondary school.
References
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- ^ فلسفه تشکیل یک حزب جدید به اسم "ایران نوین" در گفتوگو با محمود ابطحی, 11 January 2023, retrieved 2023-12-19
- ^ گفتگوی تلویزیون منوتو با عبدالرضا احمدی عضو کمیته موقت اجرایی حزب ایران نوین, 11 January 2023, retrieved 2023-12-19
- ^ Weinbaum, Marvin G. “Iran Finds a Party System: The Institutionalization of ‘Iran Novin.’” Middle East Journal, vol. 27, no. 4, 1973, pp. 439–55. JSTOR, JSTOR 4325140. Accessed 19 Dec. 2023.
- ^ Times, Malcolm W. Browne Special to The New York (1971-07-11). "Iran's Ruling Party Retains Control in the Election of Parliament". The New York Times. ISSN 0362-4331. Retrieved 2023-12-18.
- ^ Zurück in die Vergangenheit? Die Protestbewegungen im Iran und das Erbe der Monarchie – Geschichte der Gegenwart
- ^ "The Fractured Opposition to the Islamic Regime | The Washington Institute". www.washingtoninstitute.org. Retrieved 2023-12-19.
- ^ "Cyrus The Great Is Harbinger Of Light For Future Iran – Exiled Prince". Iran International. 2023-12-18. Retrieved 2023-12-18.
- ^ "گزارشی از نخستین کنگره حزب ایران نوین - The Party of Iran Novin". irannovin.party. Retrieved 2023-12-18.
- ^ "سخنرانی یاسمین پهلوی در کنگره حزب ایران نوین". ایران اینترنشنال (in Persian). Retrieved 2023-12-18.
- ^ یونیکا. "ویدئوی کامل سخنرانی بانو یاسمین پهلوی در نخستین کنگره حزب ایران نوین | پایگاه خبری تحلیلی یونیکا" (in Persian). Retrieved 2023-12-18.
- ^ "Declaration of the Constitution - The Party of Iran Novin". irannovin.party. Retrieved 2023-12-19.
- ^ "Hamed Sheibanyrad". ieeexplore.ieee.org.
- ^ دبیرنخست حزب ایران نوین در مورد تصمیمات تازه این حزب توضیح میدهد (in Persian), 2023-10-28, retrieved 2023-12-18
- ^ دمکرات, حزب مشروطه ایران لیبرال (2023-10-29). "نخستین کنگره حزب ایران نوین". حزب مشروطه ایران (لیبرال دمکرات) (in Persian). Retrieved 2023-12-19.
- ^ لندن, کیهان. "پیام شاهزاده رضا پهلوی و سخنان بانو یاسمین پهلوی در نخستین کنگره "حزب ایران نوین"" (in Persian). Retrieved 2023-12-18.
- ^ "Iran Novin Maniffest".