The
Cabinet of Iran (officially: , Government of Iran) is a formal body composed of government officials, ministers, chosen and led by a
President. Its composition must be approved by a vote in the
Parliament. According to the
Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Iran, the President may dismiss members of the cabinet, but must do so in writing, and new appointees must again be approved by the Parliament. The cabinet meets weekly on Saturdays in
Tehran. There may be additional meetings if circumstances require it. The president chairs the meetings.