Pezeshkian: Iran must not be satisfied with status quo

Tehran - BORNA - Pezeshkian made the remarks on Saturday during the inauguration of the Martyr Major General Mohammad Bagheri Educational and Cultural Complex, described as the country’s first smart boarding high school for the police.

He attended the ceremony alongside the education minister, energy minister, acting defense minister and the commander-in-chief of Iran’s Law Enforcement Command, and toured different sections of the school to review its construction and development.

At the ceremony, Pezeshkian commemorated the martyred Leader of the Islamic Revolution, commanders and those killed in the recent imposed wars.

Describing the war as an “inhumane and anti-human crime,” he said: “Whatever we say in describing this criminal act carried out by the United States and the Israeli regime would still be insufficient.”

Turning to education, the president stressed the importance of improving quality and transforming the education system through modern and smart teaching methods.

He thanked Police Chief Ahmad-Reza Radan and others involved in efforts to improve the scientific capabilities and skills of Iranian students.

“I believe Iran’s students and children are our main assets. If their talents are developed, we will never bow before our enemies,” Pezeshkian said.

He added that the government is seeking to educate students in a way that enables them to turn scientific knowledge into practical capabilities.

“Resources such as oil, gas and mines are discoveries and achievements made by human beings. Our real resources are our students,” he said.

Pezeshkian said that if the country’s education system undergoes meaningful transformation, students can become problem-solvers across a wide range of fields.

“It is enough for our children to acquire knowledge and skills and believe that they must serve their homeland,” he said.

He added that under such circumstances, enemies would not be able to threaten Iran’s future by assassinating experienced commanders and national elites, referring to figures including Martyr Mohammad Bagheri and Martyr Mousavi.

“Iranian students will build Iran’s future,” he said.

Pezeshkian described the education system as one of the country’s most vital issues.

“The education system is the most vital issue that can save Iran,” he said, adding that the government would provide the necessary groundwork for expanding modern teaching methods.

He noted that constructing and expanding educational facilities is only one part of the process, saying high-quality education must also develop skills such as teamwork, problem-solving, effective communication and management.

Such abilities, he said, can help students develop more dynamic and creative minds.

Referring to Quranic teachings, Pezeshkian said the country should adopt an inclusive and forward-looking approach to growth and development.

He stressed the importance of interaction, planning, effectiveness, management and higher productivity, saying educational facilities should be used as efficiently as possible.

The president also urged educators and students to draw lessons from the problem-solving methods and interactions of divine prophets, emphasizing the use of logic and reasoning in confronting challenges.

“We must not stop at building schools and facilities,” he said. “We must always move on a path toward becoming better. Through effort and perseverance, we can improve.”

Pezeshkian said that if such an outlook is cultivated among students, they will develop dynamic thinking and creative minds rather than becoming trapped in repetitive patterns and routine.

“We must constantly compare ourselves with the world around us and take another step toward improvement,” he said.

“It is not fitting for the Islamic Republic or for us as Muslims to fall behind other countries. We must break down barriers and move forward. Analysis, thought and logic can pave the way for progress.”

Pezeshkian concluded by stressing that Iran must not become content with existing conditions.

“To build Iran and achieve progress, our ideas and thinking must be coordinated, and interaction must take place both within and across sectors,” he said.

“The world has achieved unprecedented things through cooperation and communication. Human beings have different ideas and perspectives, and we must make the most of this diversity of thought to change our world.”

“I believe our children are the builders of tomorrow,” Pezeshkian said.

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