Iran's Relations with the Organization of Islamic Cooperation
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https://doi.org/10.70088/szwafn19Keywords:
Iran, Organization of Islamic Cooperation, "Dialogue Among Civilizations", The Eighth OIC SummitAbstract
The relationship between Iran and the Organization of Islamic Cooperation (OIC) dates back to the founding of the OIC; however, both Iran's attitude toward its participation in the organization and the role it has played within it have undergone a complex and multifaceted process of transformation. The Eighth OIC Summit marked the zenith of the cooperative relationship between Iran and the organization. Serving as the rotating chair of the summit, Iran played a prominent and pivotal role. By proposing the concept of a "Dialogue Among Civilizations," Iran raised the organization's profile on the international stage and strengthened the OIC's cooperative ties with other international systems. Furthermore, Iran actively collaborated with the OIC in addressing crises within the Islamic world. This paper examines this subject across four sections: the evolving relationship between Iran and the OIC; the role Iran has played within the organization; the motivations driving Iran's participation; and the factors influencing the relationship between Iran and the OIC.References
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