Abstract
This study discusses relations between Iran and Central Asia in two phases: the
first begins subsequent to the disintegration of the Union of Soviet Socialist Republic (USSR). IN
1991 and lasts till 2000; and the second phase elaborates its dimension since 2000. Since 1991,
Iran has been seeking to establish ties with Central Asian States bilaterally as well as through
different regional forums. Iran's approach has been partially focused on regionalism which has
been evident from Iran's foreign policy since the early 1990s. The objective has been to develop
business, infrastructure and cultural relations with the countries of the Central Asian region, a
strategic crossroads that may reduce its international isolation. The article will discuss Iran's
position in its core diplomacy concerns, viz., economic cooperation at the regional level,
pipeline strategy, the status of the Caspian Sea, security cooperation, and cultural diplomacy.
This is a possible case study of how Iran sees itself as a critical player in the region, with the
goal of stressing, after the nuclear agreement, its geostrategic position, its relative stability and
its extended international position.
Dr. Sadia Rafique, Ameer Fateh. (2020) Iran’s Outreach In Central Asia: Priorities, Policies And Actions, Journal of Political Science, Volume, Issue-1.
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