Opposition figures in Iran’s diaspora have rolled out an ambitious ‘Iran Prosperity Project’ blueprint, prioritizing India in its foreign policy reset. Key proposals include rebooting the Chabahar Port collaboration and restoring crude oil flows to India’s booming energy sector.
Spanning 178 pages, the emergency transition guide details stabilizing governance and economy post-regime collapse within half a year. India is cast as indispensable for attracting investment and mending sanction-damaged trade networks.
Chabahar, on Iran’s southeast shore, would resume joint development with India, evolving into a trade corridor from the Gulf to Central Asia via the Indian Ocean. This setup is a game-changer for India, offering direct access to Afghanistan and Central Asia sans Pakistani routes.
The plan revives memories of India as a major Iranian oil customer, halted by U.S. penalties. Iran aims to reposition itself as a transit and economic hub linking continents, with India as a pivotal player.
Diplomatic overtures target China and Russia for improved relations, tempered by sovereignty protections and pact reviews. Enhanced neighborly ties, notably with Pakistan on security and militancy, are also on the table.
At the helm is Reza Pahlavi, Crown Prince and son of the ousted Shah, coordinating with technocrats and expatriates since his 1978 exile. The roadmap charts institutional fixes, economic recovery, and electoral reforms.
Leveraging its strategic spot, a sanction-free Iran could thrive commercially. India’s 120+ million rupee stake in Chabahar’s key terminal reflects enduring interest, despite hurdles like funding and tensions. This blueprint heralds Iran’s global comeback, anchored by Indo-Iran synergy.