International Affairs

Iran and Pakistan have strong potential to expand bilateral trade thanks to their shared border, cultural ties, and complementary economies. However, sanctions, weak trade coordination, inadequate border infrastructure, and logistics challenges continue to limit trade growth. Enhancing connectivity and regional cooperation is essential to unlocking the full potential of Iran–Pakistan economic relations. Iran–Pakistan Trade Relations […]

Sergey Lavrov’s recent remarks suggest a notable shift in Russia’s public stance on Iran’s nuclear file. While Moscow previously appeared firmly opposed to any discussion of Iran leaving the NPT or altering its nuclear doctrine, his comments indicate greater openness to strategic dialogue on these issues. Lavrov’s Warning to the United States and Israel Lavrov

One of Iran’s key strengths during the Third Imposed War was its asymmetric warfare strategy against a powerful coalition led by the United States and supported by Israel and certain Arab monarchies. This strategy relied heavily on the sacrifices of resistance groups in Lebanon, Yemen, Iraq, and Palestine. Hezbollah’s intervention, while Iran was under intense

Following a temporary ceasefire after the Third Iran War, the United States reportedly initiated a maritime blockade in the Oman Sea on April 13, 2026, aiming to increase economic and military pressure on Iran. The blockade focuses on inspecting commercial and oil shipments between the Strait of Hormuz and the Arabian Sea, while raising significant

Iran seeks to reduce dependence on maritime routes by activating the Gwadar–Gabd corridor through Pakistan, expanding use of the China–Central Asia–Iran railway network, and accelerating completion of the Chabahar–Zahedan railway to secure the flow of essential goods. Yuan Based Trade and Financing The strategy emphasizes greater use of the Chinese yuan, expansion of oil-for-goods arrangements,

Seyyed Rouhollah Ahmadi, Ph.D. in Financial Economics, argues that the US financial hegemony is now facing a historic challenge due to geopolitical shifts and the rise of emerging powers. In 1971, Nixon shocked the world by ending the dollar-gold convertibility. This crucial move saved the US economy from potential collapse, ensuring the dollar’s global dominance

OPEC was established in September 1960 in Baghdad to unite oil-producing countries against major Western oil companies and regain control over their national resources. In recent years, particularly after the rise of shale oil production in the U.S., OPEC’s power to manage prices has diminished due to increased supply from non-member producers. To address this,

In light of Abbas Araqchi’s upcoming visit to Moscow and his meeting with Putin, it is essential to address the challenges facing Iran’s diplomatic strategy. The current negotiations in Islamabad are likely headed toward a deadlock, primarily due to Pakistan’s shifting priorities and its alignment with U.S. interests. Iran must establish a negotiation framework that

The United Arab Emirates (UAE) serves as a crucial economic and financial hub in the Persian Gulf, playing a significant role in the political and economic landscape of the Middle East. With its strong financial infrastructure and strategic location, the UAE functions not only as a trading partner for Iran but also wields substantial influence

A report from Oxford Economics predicts that a prolonged U.S. military conflict with Iran, resulting in a six-month closure of the Strait of Hormuz and intensified attacks on energy infrastructure, could trigger a global industrial recession. World economic growth could plummet to 0.6% by 2026, the worst performance since COVID-19.  This scenario demonstrates that military