Speaking at a meeting of provincial governors on Wednesday, Pezeshkian said officials must rely on “creativity, participation of elites, and use of public capacities” to navigate current conditions.

Referring to the pressures resulting from sanctions and the enemy’s efforts to create an economic blockade against the country, Pezeshkian noted that the enemies think that they can force the Iranian nation to surrender through pressure and economic siege.

The prerequisite for neutralizing these pressures is belief in the people and maximum use of the capacity of the country’s capable, creative, innovative forces and elites, he said.

He said that in conditions of pressure and limitations, managers must either find a way or create new ways so the country can pass through the current situation with strength and dignity.

The meeting was attended by a number of the government’s economic ministers and focused on reviewing the latest conditions in provinces, management of circumstances stemming from the war, ensuring the supply of people’s essential needs, and coordinating the continuation of public services.

Pezeshkian also praised governors, provincial officials, the interior minister, and administrative staff for their around-the-clock efforts during wartime conditions.

“The fact that we have been able to continue the path of governing the country despite pressures and limitations, and reduce people’s problems as much as possible, is the result of the efforts, solidarity, and field presence of all managers and servants of the country,” he added.