Strategies to Enhance Resilience Against Economic Sanctions Against Iran as a Tool of Foreign Policy

Document Type : Original Article

Authors

1 Post-Doc Researcher in Accounting, Department of Accounting, Shahrood Branch, Islamic Azad University, Shahrood, Iran.

2 M.A in Finance and Banking, Allameh Tabatabai University, Tehran, Iran

3 Department of Accounting, South Tehran Branch, Islamic Azad University, Tehran, Iran

Abstract

In general, the impact of sanctions on economic sectors is undeniably crucial in increasing deterrence and reducing negative effects on the country's economy. In addition, economic sanctions have negative effects by creating chaotic conditions and chaos in the economy, and then they increase public dissatisfaction. The effectiveness of sanctions is also dependent on the economic structure of the target country, so that no   matter how unfavorable the economic conditions of the target country are, the effectiveness of sanctions increases. Given this importance, this study focuses on strategies to enhance resilience against economic sanctions against Iran as a tool of foreign policy. It delves into the impact of economic sanctions on Iran's economy, society, and regional influence, providing insights into their effectiveness and long-term    consequences.Also, so far in the policy environment of the country, several interpretations of resilience and neutralization of sanctions have been presented. It also describes Iran's economic diplomacy against economic sanctions.The results of this study show that economic sanctions have had a significant impact on Iran's economy. The evidence shows a clear picture of the impact of sanctions on Iran's economic performance.Therefore, as a suitable solution, the role of Iran's economy in the world economy is redefined.
 

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  • Receive Date: 01 November 2023
  • Revise Date: 02 December 2023
  • Accept Date: 29 June 2024
  • Publish Date: 15 August 2024

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