Khamenei directs government to reduce dependence on US dollar

Iran's Supreme Leader, Mojtaba Khamenei, has directed the government to reduce the country's dependence on the US dollar as part of its "resistance economy" policy to counter American economic pressure.

According to state media reports on August 29, Khamenei urged officials to adopt policies to deal with what he termed a "US-imposed economic war." He also reiterated the need to maintain national unity and public morale, instructing officials to avoid discouraging statements.

The reports noted this directive comes as Iran faces economic challenges linked to US sanctions and regional tensions.

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The Supreme Leader reiterated his call for the government to solve economic problems, including inflation, unemployment, and the prices of essential commodities, as part of what is being termed a 'resistance economy' against external economic pressure.