Qalibaf Outlines Oversight Mechanism
Iran’s top negotiator, Mohammad Baqer Qalibaf, said on Thursday that ‘observers’ had been appointed to oversee the implementation of the agreement with the US, warning that Tehran would not fulfil its obligations if Washington failed to comply.
“Every commitment we make, is reciprocal, and action for action. This has been fully stipulated in Clause 13. We have appointed observers for this matter, which means we must jointly agree on the identity of these observers, as well as on these mediators and the other countries tasked with implementation,” Qalibaf stated.
“But rest assured, if they fail to fulfill [on any of the clauses], we will not fulfill [our part] accordingly,” he added.
Investment Plans During Negotiation Period
He also said the memorandum envisaged $300 billion in investment during the 60-day negotiating period.
“One of the measures we took here [MoU] was to allocate 300 billion dollars so that, during this same negotiation period, which is a limited 60-day window, we can channel these 300 billion dollars into the investment sector,” he continued.
Distrust Remains Despite Talks
Qalibaf stressed his deep distrust of Washington, despite taking part in the negotiations in good faith.
“I am the one who has the most distrust [of the US], especially because I am the negotiator. I told Mr JD Vance in Islamabad that I came here to negotiate, but know this well that we have complete distrust toward you. We have come here in good faith,” he concluded.
Agreement Follows Months Of Conflict
The remarks followed the signing of the memorandum by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian and US President Donald Trump. Pakistani Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif, whose country mediated the talks, endorsed the agreement as mediator.
The conflict began on February 28, when the United States and Israel launched joint strikes against Iran. Tehran responded with missile attacks, sending tensions soaring across the region. A conditional ceasefire was announced on April 8, opening the way for negotiations.
Article by Viory
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