New Delhi | June 2025 | www.externalaffairs.in As West Asia stands at the precipice of conflict, India-Iran relations —anchored in deep-rooted civilizational ties and increasingly driven by strategic cooperation—gain renewed significance. In light of recent regional developments, including U.S.-Iran tensions and infrastructure imperatives like the Chabahar Port, India’s relationship with Iran assumes critical importance in its West Asia policy, energy security strategy, and Eurasian connectivity goals . This explainer unpacks the key dimensions of the India-Iran bilateral relationship, drawing from the Ministry of External Affairs (MEA), past joint declarations , and credible reports. 1. Historical & Civilizational Bonds India and Iran share a millennia-old relationship , shaped by cultural, linguistic, and spiritual intermingling—from the spread of Persian influence in Mughal India to shared Sufi traditions and trade via the Silk Route. This foundation underpins the depth and...