Nournews: For years, the South Caucasus has been an arena of rivalry among regional and extra-regional powers. Yet, Iran’s approach has consistently been based on stability, dialogue, and shared development. The president’s trip to Yerevan carries a clear message: Iran not only opposes any imposed geopolitical changes in the region but also stands ready to act as a reliable partner in the path toward economic and security reconstruction in the Caucasus.
By emphasizing respect for recognized borders and balanced cooperation with all parties, Iran presents itself as a country capable of reducing tensions and enhancing regional cooperation.
Deepening economic relations with Armenia
Iran and Armenia have long enjoyed friendly and strategic ties. Today, these relations are entering a new stage—one focused on expanding transit, energy, and technology infrastructures as the foundation for higher levels of bilateral cooperation.
Pezeshkian’s visit can pave the way for increased trade exchanges, greater access to the Eurasian market, and a stronger role for Iran in international transit corridors. Such cooperation benefits both nations and serves as a model of Iran’s win-win diplomacy in the region.
Belarus: A strategic link in Eurasia
Minsk, the second destination of the Iranian president’s trip, is a pivotal point in the Islamic Republic’s “Look to the East” strategy. As a close ally of Russia, Belarus offers vast potential for economic, industrial, and technological cooperation with Iran. Expanding ties with this country could open the door for Iran to wider Eurasian markets and play a complementary role in advancing the North–South Corridor.
By signing cooperation agreements in the fields of energy, agriculture, and transportation, Iran sends a clear message: Tehran is ready to build economic and technological networks that not only secure mutual benefits but also strengthen regional stability and security.
Iran’s initiative: Linking economy and security
The Islamic Republic’s strategy in the Caucasus and Eurasia is not limited to economic development; it is closely interwoven with security dimensions. Past experiences have shown that sustainable security cannot be achieved without economic growth and regional cooperation. Within this framework, Iran is taking the initiative to transform economic cooperation with Armenia and Belarus into a foundation for lasting and balanced security.
This opportunity-driven vision elevates Iran from a regional actor to a pillar of stability and cooperation in Eurasia— a position aligned with the Islamic Republic’s broader policies and its principle of “cooperation for collective security.”
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