Government of Ali Amini
Ali Amini was appointed to rule by decree as the Prime Minister of Iran on 5 May 1961, succeeding Jafar Sharif-Emami. His cabinet was approved on 9 May 1961.
Government of Ali Amini | |
|---|---|
cabinet of Iran | |
| Date formed | 5 May 1961 |
| Date dissolved | 19 July 1962 |
| People and organisations | |
| Head of state | Mohammad Reza Shah |
| Head of government | Ali Amini |
| Total no. of members | 19 |
| Status in legislature | Parliament Dissolved |
| History | |
| Predecessor | Sharif-Emami |
| Successor | Alam |
Shah Mohammad Reza Pahlavi was not enthusiastic about appointing Ali Amini as prime minister. In addition, the Kennedy administration established a task force, the Iran Task Force, to support the cabinet of Amini which was regarded by the Shah as a move to reduce his power and authority.
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