Imam encouraged scholars and scientists to promote environment of research orientation at universities and research institutes.
The great figure also established special ministries and institutions to fight poverty, inequality and illiteracy from across the country. Imam also advised that these experiences should be shifted to other Muslim nations.
Facts and figures show that the Islamic Republic became self-sufficient in defense, education, agriculture and health, several other sectors.
The Islamic-democratic system founded under the wise leadership of Imam restored dignity to Muslims and brought prosperity for the Iranian nation in latter years.
Imam reiterated on need to be self-sufficient through one of his messages as following:
Speech
Date/ Time: Morning, March 28, 1985 [Farvardin 8, 1364 AHS/ Rajab 6, 1405 AH [
Place: Jamaran, Tehran
Subject: Effort for self-sufficiency
Addressee: Muhsin Rafiqdoust Minister of Revolutionary Guards Corps.
In the Name of God, the Compassionate, the Merciful
All minds should be applied so as to make whatever we need. God is with you and this is the greatest support.