Iran is grappling with severe economic challenges due to U.S. sanctions, mismanagement, and a growing population. As a result, nearly 60 million out of the country’s 90 million citizens are struggling to afford basic necessities, fueling unrest and frustration in society.
To ease the burden, the Iranian government has introduced a new financial aid scheme, providing monthly coupons worth 5 million rials per person to six million citizens. These can be used to buy essential goods like flour, pulses, vegetables, sugar, milk, eggs, and cooking oil from designated stores.
However, experts argue that this measure is insufficient, especially as the government has increased multiple tax rates. Iran now aims to cover 75% of its expenditures through taxation, which is expected to further drive up inflation. Import taxes on essential goods could push prices beyond the reach of even the middle class.
With the economy in critical condition, analysts warn that Iran urgently needs fresh economic relief to stabilize the situation.
