TEHRAN Oct 13 (Shana): Petroleum Minister Bijan Namdar Zanganeh has named Irans former ambassador to Japan Ali Majedi as his deputy for international and commercial affairs. Majedi took over Mansour Moazzami whom Zanganeh appointed as deputy petroleum minister for planning and supervision on hydrocarbon reserves.
He said he appointed Majedi because of his experience and potentials. Zanganeh also named Moazzami to the new post based on his experience, qualifications and background.
Moazzamis predecessor Mohsen Khojasteh-Mehr was named as advisor to minister.