FOREIGN RELATIONS OF THE BUKHARA PEOPLE'S SOVIET REPUBLIC WITH IRAN: DIPLOMATIC AND TRADE RELATIONS (1920–1924)

This paper provides a comprehensive analysis of the foreign relations between the Bukhara People’s Soviet Republic (BPSR) and Iran during the period of 1920–1924, with a particular focus on diplomatic and trade interactions. The study explores the formation and development of the republic’s foreign policy, examining how political, economic, and historical factors shaped its external relations. In addition to describing diplomatic contacts and trade exchanges, the paper evaluates the broader regional and international significance of these relations. Furthermore, the research highlights the role of economic necessity and geopolitical conditions in influencing the BPSR’s foreign policy decisions. By expanding beyond basic historical description, this study provides a deeper understanding of how a newly established state attempted to secure its position in a complex and rapidly changing international environment.