The former president, who is currently the chairman of the Expediency Council, stated that he would also take measures to reform the Islamic Republic`s domestic and foreign policies.
Rafsanjani served as Iran`s president from 1989 to 1997. In 2005, he ran for a third term in office, but he ultimately lost the race to his rival Mahmoud Ahmadinejad.
So far, a good number of political figures have joined the Islamic Republic`s upcoming presidential race.
Hopefuls can register from May 7 to 11 for the country`s 11th presidential election, which will be held on June 14.
The president of Iran is elected for a four-year term in a national election and the Guardian Council vets the candidates for qualifications.
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