Governance and Regulation

Islamic Parliament Research Center of the Islamic Republic of Iran Islamic Parliament Research Center of the Islamic Republic of Iran examines the drivers behind the declining water level of the Caspian Sea, its environmental consequences, and international policy options for protecting the world’s largest enclosed inland body of water. Why Is the Caspian Sea Water […]

Alireza Nasr Esfahani Following the geopolitical and security shocks of the recent conflict, Iran has entered a new phase where traditional bureaucratic governance is no longer sufficient to address emerging challenges. Rather than returning to the pre-war status quo, the country should prioritize building a resilient Iran capable of withstanding sanctions, hybrid warfare, and geopolitical

Research institute of Strategic Studies The SWOT framework was originally designed for business planning and is ill-suited for analyzing foreign policy and national security. Unlike business environments, security and geopolitics involve dynamic power competition, uncertainty, and adversaries that continuously adapt. SWOT reduces these complexities to a static four-quadrant model, making it inadequate for strategic decision-making.

Hadi Masoumi, Researcher at Iran Think Tanks Network Iran faces a recurring winter natural gas imbalance. Gas shortages reduce industrial output, force power plants to burn more polluting fuels, and disrupt public services. Iran’s Gas Crisis is seasonal and is driven by a sharp increase in heating demand during the colder months. Why Household Energy

Private investment in Iran has experienced significant fluctuations since 1979, limiting its contribution to sustainable economic growth. High inflation, exchange rate volatility, and an unpredictable business environment are identified as major obstacles to long-term private investment. Institutional Reforms Are Critical to Attracting Private Capital Comparing Iran with other countries, stronger institutions, policy stability, and better

Mousa Al-Reza Ghaemi, Governance researcher Resilient governance, as envisioned by the Martyred Leader, is more than an economic strategy to withstand sanctions. It is a comprehensive governance model built on self-reliance, national resilience, public participation, strategic foresight, and national dignity. In this framework, national strength comes from: Turning Challenges into Opportunities A defining feature of

Hamidreza Fartokzadeh In The late Supreme Leader Ayatollah Ali Khamenei’s strategic thinking, economic policy was inseparable from national security and geopolitical competition. Economic indicators such as inflation or GDP were viewed as outcomes of Iran’s position within the global order rather than isolated policy goals. Industrial Development and Economic Independence Were Core Strategic Priorities Ayatollah

In the era of globalization, diaspora engagement has become a strategic source of investment, knowledge transfer, and economic growth. By establishing effective institutional frameworks, countries can mobilize diaspora financial resources to strengthen economic resilience and support sustainable development. Global Best Practices in Diaspora Financial Engagement These cases show that dedicated institutions, supportive policies, and trust-based

This report explores how a temporary understanding between Iran and the United States could reshape Iran’s oil, gas, and petrochemical sectors. It argues that while sanctions relief and reduced geopolitical tensions may improve trade, investment, technology transfer, and financial access, sustainable growth depends on strategic domestic policymaking. The study emphasizes that external opportunities should be

Globalization and production specialization have expanded global value chains, boosting efficiency and growth. However, recent geopolitical and economic disruptions have increased the importance of regional value chains. Developing countries must leverage these shifts to strengthen their integration and enhance economic development. International and Regional Experiences: Opportunities and Requirements Understanding regional value chains requires examining successful