Document Type : Original Article
Authors
1 Department of Geography and urban planning, Faculty of Geography, Universit of Kharazmi
2 Department of Geography and urban planning, faculty of geography,, university of Kharazmi, Tehran, Iran
Abstract
The transition to an urban-based economy and the globalization of cities has compelled governments to shift from traditional approaches and adapt to new global conditions. Metropolises and urban regions, as key nodes in the global economy, possess significant potential to play transnational and global roles. These regions can create competitive conditions to strengthen the national economy and bridge local, national, and global economic dynamics. This study aims to examine the role of the developmental state model in integrating Iran’s metropolises into the global cities network and to propose practical strategies for achieving this goal. The research is fundamental in purpose and employs a descriptive-analytical methodology. Data and information were collected through documentary and survey methods, with a sample of 33 urban experts selected via purposive sampling. Data analysis was performed using SPSS25 software and the Kolmogorov-Smirnov test as well as path analysis. The findings reveal that the developmental state model in Iran has thus far faced challenges due to inconsistencies in foreign policy, domestic conditions, and the status of governing elites. Expert opinions also confirm that this model is a suitable approach for connecting Iran's metropolises to the global cities network. Governance willpower was identified as the most significant independent and mediating variable in the formation and success of the developmental state in Iran. Finally, a theoretical model was proposed to implement this approach in Iran, offering policymakers practical strategies to integrate the national economy with the global economic network.
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