U-Today features Hadi Mirgolbabaee on Iran's readiness for change, the four pillars of a democratic transition, and Iran's Prosperity Project (IPP) as a roadmap for regional and global stability.
Amid renewed hope for change in Iran, Hadi Mirgolbabaee describes a society where resilience and defiance remain deeply rooted. He points to cultural expressions — such as dancing in the face of repression — as symbols of an unbroken spirit, even in the wake of personal loss and state violence. For him, this emotional undercurrent reflects a broader national readiness for transformation, driven by a population eager to move beyond decades of authoritarian rule.
Central to that transformation is a long-prepared framework associated with Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi, built on four pillars: democracy, secularity, rule of law, and territorial integrity. Drawing on his academic role at the University of Twente, Mirgolbabaee contributes specifically to reimagining Iran’s education system. His proposals focus on removing ideological indoctrination from curricula, replacing it with open discourse on democratic values, and reconnecting Iranian academia with global networks through digital learning, international exchanges, and institutional partnerships.
He also outlines a broader, structured transition plan proposed by Crown Prince Reza Pahlavi’s team, known as Iran’s Prosperity Project (IPP), designed to avoid post-regime instability. This plan includes maintaining essential services immediately after regime change, followed by a series of national referendums to determine Iran’s future system of governance and constitution. Emphasizing Iran’s human capital and economic potential, he argues that redirecting resources away from conflict toward domestic development could rapidly strengthen infrastructure, healthcare, and education — positioning a stable and prosperous Iran as a key driver of regional security, economic growth, and broader global stability.
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