Geopolitical Realignment in the Middle East: The Restoration of Iran-Saudi Arabia Relations and Its Strategic Impacts Upon Pakistan post-2023

Authors

  • Hinna Rustam Ph.D Scholar at the department of International Islamic University Islamabad
  • Naila Alam Subject Specialist at Elementary and Secondary Education Department KPK
  • Azmat Ullah Ph.D Scholar at the Department of Political Science Hazara University Mansehra

Keywords:

Iran, Saudi Arabia, Rapprochement, China, Strategic interests of Pakistan

Abstract

The peace agreement signed between Saudi Arabia and Iran in China in March 2023 marked the end of a seven-year diplomatic rift between the two Gulf rivals (Iran and Saudi Arabia). China has been striving to reconciled the Iran-Saudi animosity and antagonism.  This research paper seeks to evaluate China’s involvement in this widely regarded diplomatic triumph. It also explores the recent process of reconciliation and normalization of diplomatic relations between two longstanding regional rivals Iran and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). The paper further analyzes the strategic implications of this rapprochement for Pakistan.  It also discusses prospect for enhanced peace, stability, cooperation, and development in region and beyond the region. It also accentuates the achievements of China after peace process of 2023 and contemporary diplomatic challenges for both Iran and Saudi Arabia.  

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Published

2025-09-09

How to Cite

Hinna Rustam, Naila Alam, & Azmat Ullah. (2025). Geopolitical Realignment in the Middle East: The Restoration of Iran-Saudi Arabia Relations and Its Strategic Impacts Upon Pakistan post-2023. The Journal of Research Review, 2(03), 134–153. Retrieved from https://thejrr.com/index.php/39/article/view/186

Issue

Vol. 2 No. 03 (2025): The Journal of Research Review (July-Sept)

Section

Articles