Amid heightened tensions between Iran and the West over the country's nuclear program, the head of Iran's Planning and Budget Organization (PBO), Masoud Mirkazemi, has revealed that the government has formulated a comprehensive plan to mitigate the potential impact of further sanctions. In an interview with state media, Mirkazemi stated that the economic team within the government has remained vigilant and proactive, anticipating various scenarios and developing contingency measures. According to Mirkazemi, the sanctions response plan encompasses a range of strategies aimed at safeguarding the nation's economic interests and minimizing disruptions to key sectors. This includes measures to bolster domestic production, diversify trade partnerships, and explore alternative financial mechanisms to facilitate international transactions. The PBO head emphasized that the government is committed to ensuring the well-being of the Iranian people and has taken steps to secure essential goods and services, particularly in the areas of food, medicine, and energy. He assured that the necessary resources and infrastructure are in place to maintain stability and continuity in the face of potential economic pressures. While Mirkazemi did not provide specific details of the sanctions response plan, he stressed that the government has learned from past experiences and is better prepared to navigate the challenges posed by potential sanctions. He also highlighted the importance of national unity and resilience in overcoming external pressures. The announcement comes as tensions between Iran and the West have escalated in recent weeks, with both sides engaging in a war of words and diplomatic maneuvering over Iran's nuclear activities. The United States and its allies have repeatedly warned of imposing further sanctions on Iran if it fails to comply with international obligations and curb its nuclear ambitions.