President Rouhani appointed Dr Hamid Abutalebi as Advisor to the President.
President Rouhani's letter of appointment is as follows:
In the Name of Allah, the Most Beneficent, the Most Merciful
Dear Dr Hamid Abutalebi,
Considering your commitment, academic capabilities and valuable experiences, you are being appointed as "Advisor to the President".
I wish you success in fulfilling your responsibilities, upholding the principles of rule of law, moderation and "Code of Ethics of the Administration of Prudence and Hope" and serving Islam and the great nation of Iran.
Hassan Rouhani
President of the Islamic Republic of Iran