In recent months, the name Seyyed Ziaoddin Shajai Borhan, advisor to the CEO of the Persian Gulf Holding for parliamentary and inspection affairs, has been at the center of a series of accusations and controversies. These accusations have not only affected the managerial and economic dimensions of this large holding but also seem to evoke serious challenges in oversight processes and transparency.
Brokerage and Pressure in the Shadow of Influence
Instead of playing a supervisory and legal facilitative role, Shajai Borhan is accused of exerting undue pressure on the managers of the subsidiary companies of the holding through his influence. This pressure has intensified, especially on managers who have refused to accept his custom and imposed contractors.
Some informed sources claim that a circle of individuals close to him, who own or are connected to supplier companies, have exploited these connections to pressure CEOs into awarding projects. This trend has weakened the transparent bidding processes and professional decision-making in some subsidiary companies.
Continuation of Controversy
Shajai Borhan's selection by some as a solution to reduce parliamentary pressures on the Persian Gulf Holding seems to have not only failed to achieve its initial goal but has also turned him into a factor for creating controversy, tension, and new managerial costs.
Shajai Borhan, who was appointed in 2021 during the final days of Rouhani's government by one of the senior officials, has a controversial background in brokerage and mediation. His record somewhat reflects the managerial challenges in various periods.
These accusations further highlight the necessity for thorough examination by oversight institutions and transparent accountability of officials, as the continuation of such practices could have serious consequences for the managerial and economic health of large holdings in the country.
Shajai Borhan has held positions such as membership in the board of the Workers' Sports Federation, advisor to the Minister of Cooperatives, Labor, and Social Welfare, and management in the Ministry of Industry, Mine, and Trade. These positions have mostly been obtained through direct appointments by one of the senior officials of the country, indicating his proximity to the managerial circle of the Persian Gulf Holding.