President Rouhani's letter of appointment reads:

In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful

Dear Dr Mohammad Bagher Nobakht,

According to Article 126 of the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran and based on your commitment and experience, you are being appointed as "Vice-President and Head of Plan and Budget Organisation".

I pray to the Almighty for your success in serving the country and the noble people of Iran, upholding the principles of the rule of law, moderation and code of ethics of the Administration of Prudence and Hope.

Hassan Rouhani

President of the Islamic Republic of Iran