Toward a Transformative Vision for West Asia: Establishing a “Muslim West Asian Dialogue Association” (MWADA)
نویسندگان
1 Mohammad-Javad Zarif is an Associate Professor of Global Studies at the University of Tehran and the founder and president of PAIAB Associate. He served as Iran’s Vice President for Strategic Affairs from August 2024 to March 2025. Previously, he held the office of Foreign Minister of Iran from 2013 to 2021, concurrently serving as the country’s Chief Nuclear Negotiator between 2013 and 2015. From 2002 to 2007, he was Iran’s Ambassador to the United Nations. This essay is submitted in his personal academic capacity, following the conclusion of his tenure as Vice President, Tehran, Iran.
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10.22034/irfa.2025.215204چکیده
The geopolitical landscape of West Asia, especially the Persian Gulf region, is characterized by protracted conflicts, humanitarian crises, and complex historical grievances. To address these challenges and foster stability, this paper proposes the establishment of a new constructive initiative - the Muslim West Asian Dialogue Association (MWADA) - at the heart of the region. This initiative seeks to bring together key Muslim nations in this region for comprehensive dialogue and cooperative action, grounded in principles of mutual respect, shared security, and economic integration. By focusing on shared challenges and opportunities, MWADA aims to transform the current narrative of conflict into one of collaboration and sustainable development, emphasizing the urgent need for a collective approach to regional issues.
