Iranian diplomacy spans across continents
By Javad Mohammad Ali
Staff writer
The conclusion of the president’s visit to three South American nations, namely Venezuela, Nicaragua, and Cuba, is followed by the arrival of Saudi Arabia’s Foreign Minister, Prince Faisal bin Farhan, in Tehran today. On the eve of Farhan visit, an American official made an announcement regarding Bahrain’s willingness to restore relations with the Islamic Republic of Iran. Prior to that, the sultan of Oman engaged in significant discussions with senior Iranian officials during an important trip to Tehran. While President Raeisi was visiting South America, Ali Baqeri, Iran’s deputy foreign minister and the chief negotiator for nuclear talks, traveled to the United Arab Emirates. Apart from meeting UAE officials, Baqeri also had discussions with counterparts from Britain, France and Germany.
Tehran has emerged as a focal point for diplomatic consultations in recent times. These diplomatic engagements encompass a range of activities, from bilateral relations with neighboring countries to regional talks and the expansion of cooperation with East Asian nations.
Additionally, Iran has signed cooperation agreements in South America. Moreover, Iranian diplomacy remains active on other fronts, including ongoing negotiations with the United States prisoner exchanges, the release of frozen Iranian assets abroad, and the nuclear issue.
The forthcoming visit of the Saudi foreign minister to Iran is expected to pave the way for the strengthening of political ties between Tehran and Riyadh, subsequently accelerating the process of regional de-escalation, aligning with the Islamic Republic’s regional stance. Iran’s international role is demonstrated through the continuation of nuclear talks, efforts to implement agreements with the International Atomic Energy Agency, and even potential deals with the United States.
Presently, Iranian diplomacy spans from the East to the West, encompassing the West Asian region and extending to South America, with the aim of finding solutions and opportunities to address the country’s economic challenges while enhancing political cooperation to safeguard national interests. The emphasis on the West Asian region and constructive dialogue serves to clear up misunderstandings and promote mutual interests, forming the foundation for further consultations between Iran and the West.
Furthermore, Western nations, including the United States, have realized that the Islamic Republic of Iran is not isolated under imposed pressure. Instead, they recognize that engaging in constructive dialogue, based on respect and reciprocity, is a more favorable option.