Rouhani says not to discard cash subsidies plan

Iran’s President Hassan Rouhani has said he will not discard the cash subsidies plan if made president for a second term, Trend reports.

Speaking on a live debate show with rivals, Rouhani said his potential future government will continue to pay the 450,000-rial ($12) monthly payments to individuals.

The candidates’ stance on the cash subsidies has turned into a decisive topic for Iranian candidate’s victory prospect. Many believe former president Mahmoud Ahmadinejad won his first candidacy because he promised the subsidies.