"Financial Times": Iran, Stuck Up to Its Ears, Offers Trump a 'Golden' Deal
Iran aims to convince US President Trump to support a nuclear agreement and avoid war by offering financial incentives in its oil and gas sector.
Iran is seeking to persuade US President Donald Trump to endorse a nuclear agreement while avoiding potential military conflict by proposing significant financial incentives tied to investments in its oil and gas industries. Reportedly described as a 'commercial goldmine,' these proposals are crafted to appeal directly to Trump's penchant for making deals that promise substantial financial returns.
Sources familiar with the discussion shed light on the specifics of the offer, indicating that investment opportunities would promise substantial economic benefits in various sectors, including oil and gas as well as valuable mining rights. This strategic move appears to be designed to emphasize Iran's potential financial gains, aiming to create a mutually beneficial relationship through economic collaboration. However, it is highlighted that while discussions have taken place regarding American investments in Iran's energy sector, no formal proposal has yet been submitted to Washington.
Iran's tactics seem to draw inspiration from the situation in Venezuela, where reducing tensions followed the exodus of dictator Nicolás Maduro and efforts to secure oil contracts with US companies. By offering enticing investment opportunities, Iran hopes to shift the narrative from sanctions and conflict to potential economic partnership, thereby rekindling its diplomatic engagement with the US. This offers a window into Iran's strategy in navigating its complex geopolitical relations with the Trump administration.