A LOOK AT TURKEY-IRAN RELATIONS AND GLOBAL FOREIGN POLICY DISCUSSIONS
Turkish President Erdogan deliberates over regional matters with the Iranian leader.
The talks between President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan and Iran's President Masoud Pezeshkian on June 4 focused on strengthening bilateral ties and discussing regional and international matters. According to the report, their conversation encompassed updates on Turkey-Iran bilateral relations and various global issues.
Shaping Bilateral Ties for the Future
During the call, Erdoğan highlighted the importance of maintaining and strengthening the institutional structure of the relationships between the two nations. Moreover, Erdoğan took the opportunity to congratulate the Iranian president on the upcoming Eid al-Adha.
Pezeshkian had been elected in 2024, taking over from his predecessor, Ibrahim Reīsī, who met a tragic end in a helicopter accident.
Iran's Nuclear Negotiations
Presently, Iran is in negotiations with the United States and some prominent European countries regarding its nuclear program. Although details of the negotiations aren't public, Iran's diplomatic efforts are expected to have implications for its relations with Turkey and other countries.
Bilateral Trade: A Growing Partnership
The trade relationship between Turkey and Iran has witnessed notable growth in recent years. In 2024, bilateral trade reached an impressive $7.8 billion, marking a significant 12% increase from 2023. This growth points to a strategic focus on enhancing trade ties between the two nations.
A Collaborative Approach to Security and Diplomacy
Iran and Turkey cooperate closely in various areas, including counter-terrorism efforts and regional security issues. Both nations recognize the interconnectedness of security threats and the importance of addressing these threats together. High-level meetings between leaders from both countries are evidence of this commitment to collaboration.
In terms of diplomacy, Turkey plays a vital role in Iran's broader strategic objectives, as the former forges ties with regional partners like Pakistan and becomes active in organizations such as the Organization of Islamic Cooperation. Iran's engagement with countries like Egypt on nuclear transparency and regional cooperation highlights a broader shift in its diplomatic approach amidst ongoing nuclear negotiations.
Though geopolitical tensions and nuclear negotiations present challenges to the relationship, the potential for mutual collaboration in navigating regional and international issues remains strong. A cooperative approach to global foreign policy discussions could pave the way for a successful, long-term partnership between Turkey and Iran.
war-and-conflicts may arise from unresolved regional and international matters discussed during Erdoğan's talk with Pezeshkian, as global foreign policy disputes often have the potential to escalate.
The ongoing nuclear negotiations between Iran and the United States and European countries, though private, could have significant repercussions on the politics of war-and-conflicts and the relationships of countries like Turkey and Iran.
