Five desks. One commitment to evidence.

The Eurasia Desk examines the political, economic and security dynamics connecting Iran to Central Asia, the South Caucasus and Russia. It follows regional integration projects, transport and energy corridors, and the evolving role of multilateral institutions.

The West Asia Desk analyses the strategic environment of Iran’s immediate neighborhood. Its work covers Persian Gulf security, Iraq and Levant developments, regional de-escalation, and the role of dialogue in building a more stable regional order.

The East Asia Desk focuses on China and the broader Asian order. It studies the Sino-Iranian strategic partnership, East Asian approaches to technology governance, and the opportunities and limits of engagement with regional institutions such as ASEAN.

The Economy & Connectivity Desk explores how trade, transit and investment shape Iran’s international position. Research covers the North–South and East–West corridors, energy diplomacy, sanctions and economic resilience, and engagement with emerging economic groupings.

The Diplomacy & International Relations Desk connects academic research to diplomatic practice. It examines Track II and public diplomacy, science and technology diplomacy, intercultural dialogue, negotiation and the future of multilateralism.