Events

Strait of Hormuz

Formulating Laws and Regulations for the Strait of Hormuz

During this meeting, the key points and requirements for establishing laws and regulations concerning the Strait of Hormuz were discussed, based on the United Nations Convention on the Law of the Sea, principles of maritime warfare law, and the maritime zones law of the Islamic Republic of Iran in the Persian Gulf and Oman Sea. […]

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Ramadan War World

Iran’s Role in the International Order in the Post-Ramadan War World

The Ramadan War provided Iran with an opportunity to enhance its power and role in the international arena, which perhaps was a consequence that the United States never desired. The specialized session titled “Iran’s Role in the International Order in the Post-Ramadan War World” was held on April 20 by the Strategic and International Analysis

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Creativity in the Heart of Crisis

Dimensions of “Creativity in the Heart of Crisis”

Crises can often serve as pivotal moments for growth and development. In times of turbulence, opportunities for creativity and innovation emerge, allowing individuals and communities to reassess their values and embrace new narratives. Emerging generations, with their unique perspectives and tools, are becoming the driving force behind these new stories, particularly during challenging circumstances. Opportunities

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Blockchain

Blockchain for Productive Investment: Tokenization and Sanctions

Blockchain in productive investment has immense potential to transform financing methods, reduce costs, and overcome sanctions. The panel discussion “How to Leverage Blockchain for Productive Investment?” at KHANA explored blockchain’s overlooked potential in financing production, legal barriers, and its role in bypassing sanctions. Key Insights from Experts: Dr. Alireza Yaghobi, Fintech Association: Dr. Mohammad Qasemi,

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Iran and China’s CIPS

Connecting Iran to China’s Cross Border Interbank Payment System

As one of the world’s largest oil exporters, Iran must exercise greater control over its oil trade transactions and banking payment systems. Despite the widespread belief that FATF-related restrictions constitute a major legal barrier to Iran’s financial and commercial exchanges, it was emphasized in a recent policy meeting that this assumption is legally inaccurate. Experts

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Digital Dissection of the Beijing Model

Digital Dissection of the Beijing Model

 Managing domestic platforms to safeguard security and data integrity is an essential priority. In this regard, China’s long experience in steering cyberspace offers an instructive model. At a meeting titled “Digital Dissection of the Beijing Model” held at KHANA, the contours of China’s digital governance framework were examined. The session brought together thinkers and officials

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Iran china Western Centric Foreign Policy

Iran and China Relations: Rethinking Western Centric Foreign Policy

The conference critically examined Iran’s long-standing Western-oriented foreign policy, arguing that it has marginalized alternative partnerships, particularly with China and East Asia. Speakers stressed that without investing in public diplomacy, tourism, academic cooperation, and a shared civilizational narrative, Iran–China relations will remain transactional rather than strategic. The Silk Road as a Civilizational Corridor, Not Just

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Securitization of Hezbollah

The Securitization of Hezbollah: Navigating the Global War of Narratives

As part of its mission to decode the most intricate layers of international relations and regional security, KHANA, in collaboration with the Kadras Institute, recently hosted a high-level strategic session. This session brought together leading experts on Lebanese affairs and transnational security to analyze a critical phenomenon: the “securitization” of political actors in the Middle

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sustainable security in West Asia

Sustainable Security in West Asia: When Development Becomes a Strategic Issue

At a high-level Roundtable hosted by KHANA, a group of senior experts explored the concept of sustainable security in West Asia, arguing that development is no longer complementary to security but a core strategic requirement. The discussion moved beyond conventional defense-oriented approaches and emphasized that lasting regional stability must be built on economic and social

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