A Study on the Place of Asia in Economic Diplomacy of Islamic Republic of Iran

Establishing and developing of political and economic relations with other countries while observing some considerations has an influential role in improving the situation of any country as well as in making its political and economic security. This paper analyzes advantages of relations between Iran and Asian countries from various aspects. Political situation of Asia, its high ratio in the world gross domestic production, such countries as China and India with their experiencing rapid growth, and the presence of a developed country like Japan are good advantages for Iran in establishing relations with these countries.On the other hand, the strategic place of Iran, the availability of plentiful oil and gas resources, and abundant and cheap labor resources are good advantages for other countries in establishing relations with Iran. Studies on non-oil trade and industrial co-operations between Iran and Asian countries show that there are good relations between two sides which have had good results for both.