An Iranian news agency reported on the non-payment of 17-year-old claims of retirees from the "Iran Long-Distance Telecommunications Factory" and noted that various promises have recently put the payment process into a new phase, which may delay payments for another two years. To date, 17 years have passed since the retirees' claims became overdue. According to the "ILNA" news agency, the Iran Long-Distance Telecommunications Company, one of the most significant companies privatized in 2004, has faced numerous challenges for workers in receiving their claims since its privatization. Consequently, nearly 1,300 retired workers from this factory have yet to receive their benefits, wages, and severance pay, and 125 individuals have passed away without receiving their legal salaries. Hashim Shamsiri, the head of the "ITI" retirees' association, stated that although the heads of the executive and judicial branches issued a resolution for the payment of retirees' claims, none have been implemented, and after 17 years, the source of the problem remains unclear. In another part of the interview with "ILNA," Shamsiri mentioned one of the unsuccessful "orders" aimed at resolving the retirees' issues was the "formation of a consortium involving Asiatech, ITMC, and the Executive Command Headquarters," which, despite a memorandum signed in the presence of all senior provincial officials and the President, has not yielded "tangible results." The head of the "ITI" retirees' association pointed out that company officials could pay retirees' claims from the sale of buildings and properties, stating, "We do not know why this issue is not being resolved." According to media reports in Iran, on January 15, 2024, retirees from the Iran Long-Distance Telecommunications Factory (ITI) held a gathering in front of the Fars Governorate to pursue their claims, where some individuals held placards demanding the payment of their 17-year-old claims. There were also protests by retirees in various cities, including slogans like "Poverty and Corruption and Embezzlement are the result of your actions" and "Retirees rise against poverty and discrimination."
Further Delay in Payment of 17-Year-Old Claims of Retirees from a Telecommunications Company; Still Shrouded in Ambiguity
Retirees from the Iran Long-Distance Telecommunications Factory have not received their claims for 17 years, with recent promises leading to further delays. Approximately 1,300 retirees are affected, and many have died without receiving their legal salaries. This situation highlights ongoing issues in the privatization and management of state-owned enterprises in Iran.
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📰 What Happened
Retirees from the Iran Long-Distance Telecommunications Factory have not received their claims for 17 years, and recent promises for payment may lead to further delays. Approximately 1,300 retirees are affected, with many having died without receiving their legal salaries.
- 125 retirees have died without receiving their claims.
- Protests have occurred in various cities demanding payment and accountability.
💡 Why It Matters
📚 Background
Privatization in Iran has often led to mismanagement and failure to meet obligations to employees, resulting in widespread discontent among workers and retirees.
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