The Effects of Cultural Multilateralism on Economic Exchange Development: A Case Study of Iran-Turkey Relations

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

Seyed Hasan Mirfakhraei ¹

Mohammad younes bahadori ²

¹ Associate Professor, Department of Political Science, Allameh Tabatabaei University, Tehran, Iran.

² Master of International Relations, Allameh Tabatabaei University, Tehran, Iran. (Corresponding author)

https://doi.org/10.22067/irlip.2026.91692.1615

Abstract

In today's globalized world, cultural and economic relations have become increasingly interconnected, and cultural multilateralism, as a key approach in international interactions, can play an important role in facilitating and expanding economic exchanges. Multilateralism is one of the new topics that can have a significant impact on Iran-Turkey relations. Therefore, considering the historical relations and extensive cultural connections between these two countries, cultural multilateralism can be important as an effective tool for strengthening economic cooperation. Therefore, considering the increasing importance of cultural exchange in strengthening and developing economic relations and the importance of the role of cultural diplomacy and cultural joint cooperation as an effective tool in consolidating economic relations and developing trade cooperation at the bilateral and regional levels, this study examines the effects of cultural multilateralism on the development of economic exchanges between the two countries of Iran and Turkey. The main question is, what effect does cultural multilateralism have on the development of economic exchanges between Iran and Türkiye? The hypothesis of this research is based on the concept that cultural exchanges play an important role in facilitating economic relations and lead to the reduction of communication barriers and increased cooperation between Iran and Turkey. This research uses an analytical method and inference of findings to analyze the effects of cultural interactions between Iran and Turkey on the economic development of the two countries. The results of the research show that strengthening cultural relations through cultural events, education and artistic cooperation can lead to strengthening mutual trust, reducing trade barriers and increasing investment opportunities.

Keywords

Cultural multilateralism

Economic exchanges

Iran-Turkey relations

Constructivism

Cultural diplomacy

Soft power

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