Iran’s main trading partners are China, Turkey, the United Arab Emirates and Iraq, according to the economic database Trading Economics. The White House said on Monday that Trump remained “unafraid” to deploy military force against Iran, but was pursuing diplomacy as a first resort. Tehran said on Monday it was keeping communication channels with Washington open as Trump considered how to respond to the situation in Iran. Trump has said the US may meet Iranian officials and that he was also in contact with Iran’s opposition. It doesn’t matter which option they choose, we are ready for it.” (Story continues below)A newspaper featuring a picture of US President Donald Trump is seen in Tehran, Iran, on Oct 14, 2017.

Source: Bangkok Post January 13, 2026 14:56 UTC