‍Central Asia and The Caucasus Journal

Theoretical Study of Expansion of relations between Afghanistan and Turkey (2001-2021)

Volume 29, Issue 122 , September 2023, , Pages 139-162

Abstract

The international behaviors of governments are considered meaningful and identity oriented when their factors and motivations are identified, explained and scientifically interpreted ... Read More

Identical –notions and Turkey's Foreign Policy towards the Syrian Civil War

Hamid Choopani; rasool rezai faramani

Volume 28, Issue 118 , September 2022, , Pages 115-138

Abstract

Analyzing Turkey's foreign policy positions to the dynamics in Syria is important, considering the strategic importance of the latter country in different dimensions. Turkey’s ... Read More

Iran and Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Geopolitics and Eurasian Identity

Masoud Hamyani; Seyed mohammad kazem Sajjadpour

Volume 28, Issue 117 , June 2022, , Pages 71-98

Abstract

Following the emergence of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization as an influential regional organization in the expanse of Eurasia in the early 21st century, Tehran has aptly recognized ... Read More Following the emergence of the Shanghai Cooperation Organization as an influential regional organization in the expanse of Eurasia in the early 21st century, Tehran has aptly recognized this mechanism for spread of multilaterism, creation of a Eurasian order, and the connection of the country’s economy with the nonwestern capital and technology markets. On the other side, it has been for long that the Shanghai leaders have come to this conclusion that introducing new governments, both as permanent members and supervising members and participation in the talks, broadens not only the borders of the organization, but also helps alleviate criticisms concerning the limited scope of activities of the organization and increase its effectiveness. As a result, the founding members agreed to Iran full membership process at the 21st session of the organization, after Iran’s 15 years of waiting. The present paper intends to answer the key question below: What does Tehran full member mean, among the current geopolitical changes in Eurasia? And what role can Tehran play in completing the organization in integrating Eurasia? Based on the Constructivism Theory and Social Construct of regions, the findings of this research show, using the qualitative method and Inter-minded Horizon , that in a long term look , the Shanghai Organization provides a significant mechanism for achieving some goals of foreign policy , especially for the “Look to East” policy of Tehran. Full membership, also facilitates active participation of Tehran in shaping the security and economic status of the region. Tehran, in its turn , can play a major role in formulating and completing the Shanghai Organization, because Iran’s regional interests arise from the country’s goals in creating a Eurasian Society and preventing the region from becoming a hotbed of terrorism and extremism; using the country’s geo-economic capacities for creating a bridge between Asia and Europe, as well as Iran’s position as a hub of trade and connecting roads in the region , is compliant with the Shanghai Organization’s goals.

The Nature of Relations between Germany and the Russian Federation in Central Asia

Khosro Karkhiran; Saeeid Vosoughi; Shahroz Ebrahimi

Volume 27, Issue 113 , June 2021, , Pages 61-84

Abstract

Gaining political independence and sovereignty, at the end of the unification process, confronted Germany with new foreign policy challenges. On the other hand, The Russian Federation, ... Read More

Study on the impact of strategic culture on foreign policy of Russian Federation

Mostafa Zahrani; Sarem Shiravand

Volume 23, Issue 97 , April 2017, , Pages 103-137

Abstract

Following the formation of the fourth debate in international relations theories,” culture” has reached to an equal position to material factors in forming countries’ ... Read More

Turkish Cultural Diplomacy in Central Asia: Opportunities and Challenges

Volume 19, Issue 83 , October 2013, , Pages 1-27

Abstract

The collapse of the Soviet Union and the recognition of fourteen independent republics eliminated the historical borders of the former Soviet Union with its southern and eastern neighbors; ... Read More

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Keywords = Constructivism

Theoretical Study of Expansion of relations between Afghanistan and Turkey (2001-2021)

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Identical –notions and Turkey's Foreign Policy towards the Syrian Civil War

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Iran and Shanghai Cooperation Organization: Geopolitics and Eurasian Identity

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The Nature of Relations between Germany and the Russian Federation in Central Asia

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Study on the impact of strategic culture on foreign policy of Russian Federation

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Turkish Cultural Diplomacy in Central Asia: Opportunities and Challenges

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