Also, variables such as overcoming sanctions, complementarity of economies, and developing political relations into a “strategic partnership” can help expand relations.

Historical, geographical, cultural, political, and economic factors have played a role in Iran-Turkey relations. Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian spoke of “strengthening relations with neighbors”, and the idea of ​​creating “a strong region”.

On the one hand, Tehran has emphasized Iran’s priority in foreign policy in strengthening relations with its neighbors, especially Turkey. It has made efforts to pursue an opportunistic policy, create a “balance” in line with national interests, and economic development, and achieve peace and security in the region.

In recent months, visits and consultations between officials from both sides have maintained a positive trend. At the height of verbal tensions over Syria, the Turkish Minister of Trade visited Tehran.

The periodic meeting of Iran-Turkey political consultations in Ankara on bilateral political, trade, energy, cultural, consular cooperation and exchange of views on various regional issues such as Palestine, Lebanon, the Caucasus, neighbors, and the Islamic world were issues that expressed the serious will of the officials to develop relations and continue close consultations.

In addition, during Ibrahim Kalin’s recent visit to Iran, the head of the Turkish mission, important bilateral and multilateral security and political issues such as Syria were discussed. Meanwhile, Ankara seems to be seeking a win-win deal with Tehran in line with its plan to contain the Kurds.

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