Iran is one of the most strategically located countries near the Strait of Hormuz in this global trade landscape. According to Iran trade data, the country is the 38th largest exporter and the most sanctioned economy worldwide. It also possesses the world’s third-largest oil reserve, accounting for 9% of the global total. Interestingly, Iran produces more saffron than the rest of the world combined. Despite this, Iran’s exports face rotating pressure of international sanctions, currency collapse, and geopolitical alignment. In 2025, Iran’s total trade value reached $77.9 billion in exports and $89.5 billion in imports, covering gold, maize, machinery, and pharmaceuticals.  The Strait of Hormuz is not just a narrow chokepoint; it is the physical passage through which almost every