Iran's Foreign Policy - Major Vectors and Characteristics

Iran has a unique position as an important regional power in all eras due to its geographical location. The Islamic Republic of Iran, based on its own national interests, is able to plan pragmatic approaches to Iran's foreign policy. The Islamic establishment still puts pragmatism first. And Islamic ideology plays its strengthening role. This is confirmed by the active practical activities of the current diplomatic team. In addition, the rapid economic progress of the Islamic Republic of Iran should be taken into account, which further strengthens its position as the leader of the region.

Today, what are the main principles on which Iran's foreign policy is based; What was preserved from the pre-revolutionary foreign policy characteristics and what was changed; how foreign policy decisions are made; To what extent will the actual policy match the declared goals and, therefore, what can be prioritized – ideology or pragmatism; What interests drive Iran in regional and global politics; Who can be considered Iran's ally and adversary both in the region and globally; What problems exist in Iran's relations with the countries of the region, Russia, Turkey, the West, the Far East.