Bridging the Scholarly Divide: Iran's Strategic Pivot to Asia and the Foreign Policy Imperative of Asian Studies in Academia.

This study explores Iran's strategic pivot to Asia under the late President Ebrahim Raisi (2021‐2024), emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced Asian studies within Iranian academia. Following severe economic sanctions and a reassessment of foreign policy, Iran has increasingly prioritized relations...

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Publicado en:Muslim World Vol. 115; no. 2; pp. 155 - 179
Autor principal: Falarti, Maziar Mozaffari
Formato: Artículo
Publicado: Wiley-Blackwell Spring2025
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        Student engagement
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      ab: This study explores Iran's strategic pivot to Asia under the late President Ebrahim Raisi (2021‐2024), emphasizing the urgent need for enhanced Asian studies within Iranian academia. Following severe economic sanctions and a reassessment of foreign policy, Iran has increasingly prioritized relations with Asian nations, leading to significant growth in trade, travel, and academic exchanges. However, substantial deficiencies in Asian studies remain, largely due to cultural biases, geographical misunderstandings, and institutional constraints. This article argues that strengthening expertise in regional languages and cultures is essential for informed policymaking and fostering mutual understanding. By integrating Asian studies into the academic curriculum, Iran can not only navigate its geo‐political landscape more effectively but also cultivate critical thinkers equipped to engage with diverse perspectives. Ultimately, this initiative serves as a vital component of Iran's foreign policy, facilitating sustainable partnerships while enhancing its global diplomatic standing.
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